Old Melbourne Gaol Tickets
Old Melbourne Gaol Tickets highlights
Visit the Old Melbourne Gaol and step into the chilling atmosphere where infamous criminals like Ned Kelly were held.
Explore the 19th-century prison cells and walk the same corridors where Australia’s most notorious criminals once endured harsh conditions.
Engage with interactive exhibits showcasing Melbourne's criminal past, offering a glimpse into the harsh realities of prison life in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Gain insights into Australia’s penal system and its impact on history at the Old Melbourne Gaol offering a powerful, thought-provoking experience.
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About Old Melbourne Gaol:
Old Melbourne Gaol, located in Melbourne, Australia, is a historic former prison that operated from 1842 to 1929. This iconic site once housed some of Australia's most notorious criminals, including the infamous outlaw Ned Kelly. Visitors can explore the gaol's grim cells, gallows, and exhibits, which vividly depict the harsh realities of 19th-century prison life. The museum offers a fascinating glimpse into Melbourne's criminal past, making it a compelling destination for history enthusiasts and those intrigued by the darker aspects of the city's heritage.
About Old Melbourne Gaol Tickets:
- Visit the Old Melbourne Gaol and explore its 3 levels with haunting corridors and cells offering a glimpse into the lives of prisoners like Ned Kelly.
- Admire the gaol’s 19th-century architecture and look at its circular layout, high stone walls, and central watchtower, which showcase the penal philosophies of that era.
- Get to know about the infamous figure Frederick Bailey Deeming, including his death mask, the armour from his final stand, and artefacts from his life, trial, and execution.
- Stroll through the 'Women and Children of the Gaol' exhibition and gain insights into the experiences of those incarcerated here.
- Explore the former Magistrate’s Court adjacent to the gaol and gain insights into historical trials and the legal system through its preserved courtroom.
- Spend time in the gaol’s courtyard, where memorial plaques honour those executed there, providing a quiet space for contemplating the site's forbidding history.
- Shop for unique souvenirs and artefacts at the gaol’s gift shop, taking back the history of the Old Melbourne Gaol and its infamous inmates.
How to Reach?
- By Car: Old Melbourne Gaol in Melbourne is located at a distance of 1.6 km from the city centre. It will take around 10 minutes via the Collins St and Russell St route to reach the destination