Old Melbourne Gaol
Highlights
- Explore the haunting corridors of Old Melbourne Gaol, where infamous figures like Ned Kelly faced justice.
- Discover the chilling gallows where over 100 prisoners met their fate, immersing yourself in the darker side of history.
- Join a guided tour to hear gripping tales of escape artists, bringing the gaol's storied past to life.
- Experience the thrill of a night tour with the Hangman, uncovering ghostly legends within the prison walls.
Visit Old Melbourne Gaol, Melbourne’s oldest and most feared prison since 1845. Now operated by the National Trust discover where some of Australia’s most infamous characters, including bushranger Ned Kelly and gangster Squizzy Taylor, spent time behind bars.
With your ticket, explore the three levels of the original gaol, see the gallows where over 100 people met their fate, and discover Ned Kelly’s death mask. Learn about the Women and Children of the gaol with special displays tracing their history.
Add to your visit with guided tours and immersive experiences. Join the charge sergeant on a tour of the cells at the former City Watch House or hear stories of cunning prison escapes on the new Escape Artists Tour. (Tours can be purchased as additional add-ons).
If you’re feeling brave, come along after dark take a night tour with the Hangman or a spooky ghost tour.
Special school holiday programs keep kids entertained and informed with tours and activities and capture the memories with their very own mug shot.
The Old Melbourne Gaol is a short walk from Melbourne Central Station. Or catch the free City Circle Tram to stop number seven on the corner of La Trobe and Russell Streets.
Visit the Old Melbourne Gaol website to pre-purchase tickets.
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Accreditations
- National Trust
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
- Australian Museums and Galleries Association
- National Trust
- Victoria Tourism Industry Council
Features
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Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Companion Cards are accepted.
- Employs people with disabilities.
- Website meets <a href="https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/" target="_blank">WCAG 2.0</a> accessibility standards
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
- Assistance with booking arrangements (includes providing clear itineraries with written instructions on what to do at various destinations)
Communication
Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
Vision
Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss.
- Handrails on all stairways
Hearing
Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss.
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
Physical – Wheelchair
Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
Physical – High support needs
Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
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