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How to visit Crumlin Road Gaol

The Crumlin Road Gaol is one of the most interesting and fascinating places to visit in Belfast - full of history, horror and intrigue! 

In this article, we provide a comprehensive round-up of everything you need to know about visiting the famous Northern Irish attraction. 

We outline exactly how to visit Crumlin Road Gaol and provide you with helpful information, including opening times and how much time you should estimate to spend at the Jail. 

On top of that, we also outline how you can save money by buying your tickets for the Crumlin Road Gaol online before you visit. 

So, let’s dive into: How to visit Crumlin Road Gaol

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Visiting Crumlin Road Gaol at a Glance  

How long do I need to spend at the Jail? Plan to be there between 1.5-2.0 hours

How to buy tickets: purchase discounted entry tickets online here before you arrive

Best place to stay near the Jail: The Flint - 1 mile from Crumlin Road Gaol

Useful information about Crumlin Road Gaol  

Address: Crumlin Road Gaol, 53-55 Crumlin Road, Belfast, BT14 6ST

Website: www.crumlinroadgaol.com

Phone number: 028 9074 1500

Email: [email protected]

What is Crumlin Road Gaol?

The Crumlin Road Gaol is a grade-one listed 19th Century Prison that is now open to the public and used as a concert and events venue throughout the year. 

Crumlin Road Gaol was built in 1845 and ceased serving as an active prison in 1996. 

Known locally as ‘The Crum’, the Jail housed many political prisoners during the Troubles and was even the scene of an IRA bomb that killed 2 loyalist prisoners in 1991. 

Once the prison closed its doors in 1996, it remained derelict until 2010, when plans were commenced to rebuild it as a tourist attraction. To give it its official title, Crumlin Road Gaol Visitor Attraction and Conference Centre opened in 2012 and was even visited by the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2014. 

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Crumlin Road Gaol - Iron Gates

Where is Crumlin Road Gaol?

Crumlin Road Gaol is 1.7km (1 mile) from Belfast City Centre, along the famous Crumlin Road. The road runs for 4 miles in North-West Belfast and was the scene of many murders and attacks during the Northern Ireland Troubles.

How to get to Crumlin Road Gaol?

A few options exist for getting to Crumlin Road Gaol from Belfast city centre. Here is a quick rundown of the easiest suggestions:

Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour - a popular way to get to the Crumlin Road Gaol is to jump on the hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus that takes you around Belfast. As the name suggests, the bus stops at all the major attractions around Belfast, including directly outside of the Crumlin Road Gaol.  

Public Bus - Translink bus service 12b stops close to Crumlin Road Gaol (get off at the Agnes Street Stop ) and provides several services throughout the day, each day of the week. You can pay via contactless on the bus. For a full breakdown of the 12b bus timetable, click here . 

 Car - Crumlin Road Gaol is only 1.7km from Belfast City Centre, along the A12 and Crumlin Road, respectively. There is free on-site parking, which is open daily from 8 am - 6 pm.   Drive past the jail, and the free parking is on the right-hand side (when driving from the city centre), just past the petrol station.

Taxi - a taxi to Crumlin Road Gaol from the centre of Belfast will likely take less than 10 minutes and is an easy and stress-free way to visit the Jail.

When does Crumlin Road Gaol open?

The Crumlin Road Gaol Experience is open 7 days a week . It opens at 10:30 am and the last entry is 3 pm (Sun-Sat September to March; Sun-Thu April to August) or 4:30 pm (Fri-Sat April to August).

As you can see, the closing times differ throughout the year, so it is best to plan to arrive by 2.30 pm at the latest so you avoid missing out.

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Crumlin Road Gaol - C Wing

How much does it cost to visit Crumlin Road Gaol?

There are a few different admission fees for the Crumlin Road Gaol, but it is worth noting that it is always cheaper to buy your Crumlin Road Gaol tickets online prior to arriving. 

Here’s a quick breakdown of how much tickets to the jail cost:

Adults - £15.00 at the door or £14.50 online 

Children (5-15yo) - £8.50 at the door or £8.00 online 

Concession (60+ or students) - £13.00  

Family (2 adults and 2 children) - £45.00

Can you do a guided tour of Crumlin Road Gaol?

All tickets to the Crumlin Road Gaol are self-guided tickets, meaning you walk around the jail and exhibit of your free will. Having said this, it is possible to take a guided tour of the Gaol, but you can’t book these in advance online. 

Instead, simply book your original ticket online, and when you arrive at the jail, ask if there is a guided tour available on that day.

To be honest, the interactive exhibits really make it an immersive experience, with cleverly timed holographic guides highlighting the main features of the jail, so a real-life tour guide isn’t necessary.  

How long do you need to spend at Crumlin Road Gaol?

The actual Crumlin Road Gaol site isn’t overwhelmingly large, so we recommend spending between 1.5-2.0 hours at the Jail, depending on how much information you like to consume when visiting historical sites. 

In general, though, around 2 hours should be plenty of time to explore Crumlin Road Gaol.

Money-saving tip: remember to buy your tickets online to avoid paying extra when you arrive at Crumlin Road Gaol. 

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Frequently asked questions about the Crumlin Road Gaol  

Was crumlin road gaol catholic or protestant .

The Crumlin Road Gaol was located on Crumlin Road, an interface area home to Catholics and Protestants throughout the Troubles. 

As such, Crumlin Road Gaol housed both Catholic and Protestant prisoners throughout its life as an active prison, though each faction was, of course, found on separate wings throughout the prison.  

How many people were executed at Crumlin Road Gaol?

In total, 17 men were executed/hanged at Crumlin Road Gaol . During a visit to the jail, you will be able to enter the condemned man’s cell before seeing the official execution cell, where the majority of the 17 men were executed. 15 of the executed men are still buried in the grounds of the prison and you can visit their gravesite during your visit.

When is the best time to visit Crumlin Road Gaol? 

We recommend visiting the jail as early as possible as the crowds tend to be much larger in the afternoons and evenings. So try to arrive directly for opening at 10:30 am to avoid the crowds and get the best possible experience.  

What do you see during a visit to Crumlin Road Gaol? 

During a visit to the Crumlin Road Gaol, you can wander around the jail of your own free will on a self-guided tour. Specific highlights of the experience include:

Entering the tunnel that connected the courthouse across the road to the Prison

The Condemned Man’s Cell, where men were executed

Exercise Yard and Grave Site

Fan-shaped Prison wings

Underground tunnel connecting Crumlin Road Gaol and the Courthouse across the road

Underground tunnel connecting Crumlin Road Gaol and the Courthouse across the road

There we have it, folks, our conclusive round-up of everything you need to know about visiting the Crumlin Road Gaol in Belfast. The jail remains one of Belfast’s most notable tourist attractions, and we hope this article has helped you to plan your visit to Crumlin Road Gaol.

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Hear stories of escapes, executions, deportations and WWII bombings at a Belfast gaol that captures the imagination

Built in 1845, Crumlin Road Gaol played witness to a fraught period of Irish history. In its 150 years, children from impoverished families, political prisoners and suffragettes were among those incarcerated within its walls.

The prison closed its doors in 1996, but it has since been repurposed as a thought provoking and memorable visitor attraction,   as well as a venue for conferences, concerts and events.  

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Behind the bars Step inside the gaol and you’ll be in the very place where 25,000 prisoners spent their days. You can explore Crumlin at your own pace on a self-guided tour which takes in the sprawling C-Wing, the Condemned Man’s Cell and the execution cell where 17 men lost their lives. Video, audio and hologram elements, as well as interviews with former prisoners along the way, really bring the story of the prison to life.

But if you really want to absorb everything the prison has to offer, take the guided tour . The 90-minute experience covers more areas of the prison than the self-guided tour, and you’ll be with an expert guide. In a place as rich with history as Crumlin Road Gaol, you’ll want to learn the stories these walls hold – and the guides can tell you them.

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Beyond the prison To discover more about Belfast’s fascinating history, pair your museum tour with a Black Taxi Tour . You’ll be driven across the city in the comfort of one of Belfast’s iconic black taxis, taking many of the famous murals that give an insight into Northern Ireland’s  history. You’ll have a guide with you talking you through the stories behind each mural. And on the tour you’ll have opportunities to stop, take pictures and even sign your name on the Peace Wall.

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Black Taxi Tour, Belfast

If you’d rather explore on foot, the Crumlin Gaol Road walking tour takes in many of the sights of the Black Taxi tour – such as Falls Road, Shankill Road, and the world-famous International Wall. Your guide will be a former political prisoner, and the experience itself will give you a balanced and clear perspective of the Irish and British conflict, how it impacted the area, and how it still affects Belfast today.

Both tours include the self-guided tour of Crumlin Road Gaol, so you can further deepen your understanding of how this period of history shaped Belfast, and the island of Ireland.

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Need to know: Crumlin Road Gaol

Crumlin Road Goal is a 20-minute walk from the Belfast city centre. If you’re in a hurry it can be easily accessed by public transport. The 57 and 12B from the city centre have a stop directly outside the gaol

The gaol is open throughout the year but you should check its website for seasonal opening hours .

Admission prices vary depending on whether you’re going on the guided or self-guided tour. If possible, try to book online for a discount!

Crumlin Road Gaol has a range of other attractions aside from the tour. Live at the Crum hosts regular live music, and Cuffs Bar and Grill boasts locally sourced and inspired cuisine if you’re feeling peckish.

The self-guided tour should take about 70 minutes, while the Black Taxi tour is 2 hours 30 minutes.

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Crumlin Road Gaol Experience

Discover over 150 years of history and follow in the footsteps of over 25,000 prisoners as you make the journey through Northern Ireland’s only remaining Victorian Era prison.

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Explore the building’s colourful past and gain a unique and memorable insight into the daily lives and routines of both prisoners and prison officers over the Gaol’s existence.

Learn about the Gaol’s history including when women and children were imprisoned, the executions that were carried out, and its more recent history and learn about why the decision was taken to close the prison.

You will have access to all aspects of the Gaol from the Tunnel linking the courthouse on the other side of the Crumlin Road to the Hanging Cell, the Historic Holding Cells, Centre Circle, C-Wing and Graveyard.

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The Crumlin Road Gaol Experience is open to the public and operates between 11:00 am and 3:30 pm daily. Crumlin Road Gaol Experience is a virtual self-guided tour, which includes all information you would have received on our previous daily guided tours, this will enable you to explore the prison at your own pace while observing social distancing. INFORMATION AND TERMS * Suitable warm clothing and flat shoes must be worn. * The main entrance to the Gaol is via the Gate House on Crumlin Road. * Coaches & Cars may enter the site via the Summer Street entrance and follow the appropriate traffic management signs. * Admission tickets can be purchased on the day but we advise pre-booking to avoid disappointment. * We recommend that you arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes prior to the tour time, to enable tickets to be checked or to be purchased (non-groups).

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The Crumlin Road Gaol first opened in 1846 for incoming prisoners and for 150 years was a fully functional prison. On March 31, 1996, the Governor of Belfast's Crumlin Road Gaol walked out of the fortified prison and the heavy air-locked gates where closed for the final time. Take a tour to experience all aspects of the Gaol from the tunnel linking the courthouse on the other side of the Crumlin Road to the hospital and graveyard, hanging cell, Governor's office. During those 150 years the Gaol has witnessed births, deaths and marriages and has housed murderers, suffragettes and republican and loyalist prisoners and held executions, escapes, riots and hunger-strikes. The prison is amongst one of the most haunted places in Ireland and has proven to be a hit not only with ghost hunters and the paranormal, but sightseekers visiting Belfast. The Belfast Hop on Hop off tour passes the Crumlin Road Gaol every 30-45 minutes 7 days per week - why not Hop off and visit the jail, its steeped in history and offers a deep insight into a victorian era prison. Many a ghost has been spotted and strange sounds even during the day within its walls holds many a story, be on your guard and don't get trapped in the stocks.

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Posted on Last updated: January 2, 2024

Why Crumlin Road Gaol Is One Of Belfast’s Most Unique Attractions

A visit to the historic Crumlin Road Gaol is arguably one of the best places to visit in Belfast.

As the only remaining Victorian era prison in Northern Ireland, a visit to Crumlin Road Gaol is a must during your time in Belfast.

The gaol operated for 150 years, housing murderers, loyalists and republican prisoners. Now you can take a tour of the Grade A listed building to discover the fascinating history of the former prison.

In the guide below, you’ll find everything from how much the tours cost to what you’ll experience when you visit.

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Some quick need-to-knows before you visit Crumlin Road Gaol

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Although a visit to Crumlin Road Gaol in Belfast is fairly straightforward, there are a few need-to-knows that’ll make your visit that bit more enjoyable.

Note: if you book a tour via one of the links below we  may  make a small commission. You won’t pay extra, but it helps us pay the bills and we greatly  appreciate it (cheers!).

1. Location

The former gaol and now conference centre is located out on Crumlin Road to the north of the city centre. It’s a 15-minute walk from St Anne’s Cathedral , a 20-minute walk from the Belfast Peace Wall and a 30-minute walk from St George’s Market .

2. Opening hours 

The Gaol is open seven days a week. From Sunday to Thursday, from 10.30 until 3.20pm and from Friday to Saturday it’s open until 6.20pm.

3. Admission

Admission prices are £14.50 per adult, £7.50 per child and £12.50 for concession. There are also group discounts such as £38 for a family of four. Otherwise, you can also purchase the tickets online before you go, which will give you a nice little discount as well.

4. The tour

The main tour at the gaol is a 70-minute self-guided trip through the stories and history of the building. You’re taken through the tunnel that connects the Gaol to the courthouse before exploring the C-Wing, including the Condemned Man’s Cell and gaol gravesite. 

5. Gaol Grub

If you fancy a feed after your tour, there’s now a licensed bar and grill restaurant inside the Crum . Open for lunch and dinner, the menu features locally sourced ingredients and meals to suit everyone. They have some great specials too, including Steak Saturday and Sunday Roast. It’s certainly much nicer than what the prisoners would have been served up!

History of Crumlin Road Gaol

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The prison was built from 1843 to 1845 to replace the County Gaol on Antrim Street. It was constructed of black basalt rock and was considered one of the most advanced prisons of the time.

There are four wings of the gaol up to four stories high and all stretching off from the central area known as the Circle. It was the first prison in Ireland to be intended to have one prisoner per cell, however, up to three prisoners eventually shared a cell even into the 1970s.

For the first few decades, executions were carried out in public view. Although from 1901, an execution chamber was built inside the prison compound and used until the last hanging in 1961.

The condemned would live in a cell and were buried inside the prison beside the hospital. It’s known that 17 prisoners were executed during the 150 years of operation, with the last being Robert McGladdery in 1961.

Escape attempts

No prison is without some escape stories and the Crum is no different. It was considered to be the Alcatraz of Europe but there were still escape attempts made.

The most famous escape was in November 1971, when nine Provisional IRA members escaped down rope ladders, with all but two getting away.

The Troubles and closure

In November 1991, the Loyalist wing of the prison was the target of a Provisional IRA bomb which killed a couple of inmates during the Troubles. 

It officially closed down in 1996 and remained empty for years. It wasn’t until 2012 that the prison opened again to visitors for tours and as a conference centre.

The self-guided Crumlin Road Gaol tour

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The gaol operated from 1846 until 1996, housing over 25, 000 men, women and children over the years. The tour allows you to get an insight into the history and stories of the place and people. 

What to expect

The tour is a self-guided walk including videos, audio and holograms throughout the building. The tour will take between 60 and 90 minutes depending on how long it takes you to read and listen to the boards and videos throughout the site.

Unique attractions

The self-guided tour gives you a unique look into all the different parts of the gaol. You can walk through the tunnel which connects the prison to the courthouse, before heading off into the holding cells, condemned cell and hangman’s cell. 

You’ll also walk through the gaol circle or centre, as well as the main C-Wing before heading out to the graveyard. The information boards and videos take you into the daily lives and routines of both the prisoners and staff over the 150-year history.

Things to do near Crumlin Road Gaol

One of the beauties of Crumlin Road Gaol is that it’s a short spin away from many of the best things to do in Belfast .

Below, you’ll find a handful of things to see and do a stone’s throw from the jal (plus places to eat and where to grab a post-adventure pint!).

1. Discover Belfast’s past

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The Belfast Black Cab Tours are well worth doing. Over the course of an hour, you’ll discover the different Belfast murals on the Shankill Road and the Falls Road and you’ll learn about the city’s turbulent past.

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Not too far of a walk down from Shankill Road, you’ll find the now-famous Peace Wall on Cupar Way. The wall is used to separate Catholic and Protestant neighborhoods but is now covered in a mix of murals and Belfast street art .

3. Food and drink

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There’s endless restaurants in Belfast . In our guides to the best vegan food in Belfast , the tastiest brunch in Belfast (and the best bottomless brunch !) and the finest Sunday lunch in Belfast , you’ll find plenty of places to make your belly happy.

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There are countless things to do in Belfast . Whether you’ve got just a day or longer, there’s plenty of attractions to keep you busy. See our guides to the best walks in Belfast and the best day trips from Belfast for more.

FAQs about the Crumlin Road Gaol tours

We’ve had a lot of questions over the years asking about everything from why did Crumlin Road Gaol close to what the tour involves.

In the section below, we’ve popped in the most FAQs that we’ve received. If you have a question that we haven’t tackled, ask away in the comments section below.

Are the Crumlin Road Gaol tours worth doing?

Yes – 100%! The Crumlin Road Gaol Tours are arguably one of the most unique things to do in Belfast, and they’re a fantastic rainy day activity.

How long does the Crumlin Road Gaol tour take?

The Crumlin Road Gaol Tours tend to last around 1 hour in total, but you’ll want to allow at least 1.5 hours for getting your ticket checked, queues, etc.

What do you see when you visit Crumlin Road Gaol?

The self-guided tour gives you a unique look into all the different parts of the gaol. You can walk through the tunnel which connects the prison to the courthouse, before heading off into the holding cells, condemned cell and hangman’s cell.

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Prison Island Belfast

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Inspired by the ‘Crystal Maze’ Prison Island Belfast has just launched SIX NEW CHALLENGE CELLS - Now with 31 different prison-themed challenge cells to tackle. It’s a totally unique concept in Northern Ireland. Can you ‘Beat The Bars’ ?

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  • A totally unique concept suitable for ages nine to 99
  • Perfect for family, friends, parties, hens and stags, youth groups and corporate events
  • Live scoring system
  • Great coffee and treats available at the café
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The HMP Crumlin Road Gaol

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HMP Crumlin Road Gaol (Her Majesty’s Prisons Belfast , Crumlin Road Gaol in English), is a famous prison north of Belfast . In operation from 1846 until 1996, this Victorian-era prison is said to have been one of the most sinister establishments of its time, housing over 500 inmates in particularly precarious conditions…

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A modern prison for the victorian era.

Belfast Prison was designed by Sir Charles Lanyon between 1843 and 1845 for £60,000. Built to replace a prison in Carrickfergus, the building was erected in pure Victorian style. Spanning 10 hectares, it was at the time the most modern prison in the country.

Made up of 4 floors, it was the first prison in Ireland to be built to avoid as much contact between inmates as possible. As soon as it opened, it took in prisoners accused mainly of stealing food and clothing… Subsequently, independence fighters, IRA members and others involved in the Northern Ireland conflict were imprisoned at HMP Crumlin Road Gaol. Eamon De Valera, Ian Paisley, Martin McGuinness, Michael Stone and Bobby Sands were among those locked up in this prison…

The guided tour takes you into the heart of the prison, with its different levels, cells, main wing and execution chamber. The latter was built in 1901, and 17 prisoners were executed by hanging (their bodies were buried in the HMP Crumlin Road Gaol).

Allow 45 minutes for a tour of the prison. The guide is quite good, and the history of the prison fascinating. You’ll be able to immerse yourself in the world of Northern Ireland’s prisons, and gain a better understanding of the country’s history. Please note that these tours must be guided, but will require a good level of English… as French is not yet one of the languages mastered by the staff at HMP Crumlin Road Gaol…

A prison notorious for being haunted by ghosts…

Many visitors and staff have reported unexplained phenomena in the prison. Shadows moving in the corner of your eye, footsteps when no one’s around, doors slamming shut and voices whispered in the silence. These experiences were so frequent and so compelling that many local guides consider Crumlin Road Gaol to be one of the most haunted places in Northern Ireland.

Some believe that the spirits of executed prisoners remain forever trapped within these walls, condemned to relive their final moments for all eternity. Others believe that the intense suffering and emotional distress experienced here have left an energetic imprint, making the prison a hotspot for paranormal activity.

It’s even rumored that a former guard continues to roam the prison, stationing himself opposite the gaols, watching over the ghostly prisoners who may have been incarcerated here during their lifetime.

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Self-Guided Crumlin Road Gaol Experience

Duration: 60-90mins approx.* Child £8.00 | Adult £14.50 | Concession £13.00 | Family (2Ads + 2Kids) £40.00 (*book 24 hours in advance online for discount)

Discover over 150 years of history and follow in the footsteps of over 25,000 prisoners as you make the journey through Northern Ireland’s only remaining Victorian Era prison.

Explore the building’s colourful past and gain a unique and memorable insight into the daily lives and routines of both prisoners and prison officers over the Gaol’s existence.

Learn about the Gaol’s history including when women and children were imprisoned, the executions that were carried out, and its more recent history and learn about why the decision was taken to close the prison.

You will have access to all aspects of the Gaol from the Tunnel linking the courthouse on the other side of the Crumlin Road to the Hanging Cell, the Historic Holding Cells, Centre Circle, C-Wing and Graveyard.

The Crumlin Road Gaol Experience is open to the public and operates between 10:00am and 4:00pm daily.

Crumlin Road Gaol Experience is a self-guided tour, which includes advanced AV throughout the site, this will enable you to explore the prison at your own pace.

Information & Terms

  • Suitable warm clothing and flat shoes must be worn.
  • The main entrance to the Gaol is via the Gate House on the Crumlin Road.
  • Coaches & Cars may enter the site via the Summer Street entrance and follow the appropriate traffic management signs.
  • Admission tickets can be purchased on the day but we advise pre-booking to avoid disappointment.
  • We recommend that you arrive at least 10 to 15 minutes prior to the tour time, to enable tickets to be checked or to be purchased (non-groups).

*90 minute duration based on visitors exploring all areas of the Gaol, reading the information boards and watching the videos around the site.

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