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Hangman's Night Tour at Old Melbourne Gaol
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Other tours by Old Melbourne Gaol Tours
Ghost Tour at the Old Melbourne Gaol
Brace yourself for decades worth of bone-strumming tales of unexplained sights, sounds and encounters after dark at the Old Melbourne Gaol. Not for the faint of heart. ‘Ghosts! What Ghosts?’ takes daring participants into the mysterious and supernatural realms that linger within the gaol's cold stone walls. This uniquely haunting experience is led by seasoned guides with an intimate knowledge of the gaol's darker history, bringing forth tales of the unexplained, the eerie, and the haunted. This night tour is conducted in the dark and includes confined spaces, and appropriate footwear is recommended. It is not recommended for children 12 years and under.
Life in the City Watch House
Experience the gripping reality of being 'arrested' in this uniquely immersive tour guided by a 'Charge Sergeant.' From the moment you're taken into custody, you'll encounter the stark and sobering atmosphere of the Old City Watch House. Operating from 1909 to 1994, the City Watch House served as Melbourne’s primary holding facility for individuals awaiting their court dates. During this near-century-long period, every person apprehended in Melbourne passed through its formidable doors, situated directly across from the historic Russell Street Police Station. Accompanied by your guide, you'll explore the austere cells and former exercise yards that once held countless detainees. Conclude your journey with a visit to the compelling Bending the Bars Exhibition, and don’t forget to snap your very own mug shot as a memorable keepsake of your time in the Watch House.
Ned Kelly's Last Stand Guided Tour at Old Melbourne Gaol
Step behind the walls of Old Melbourne Gaol, where Australia's most notorious outlaw met his end - and the legend began. This tour follows the extraordinary final chapter of Ned Kelly's life, from the moment he arrived through the gates, wounded and defiant after Glenrowan, to the day he faced the gallows. The story of the Gaol becomes the backdrop to Kelly's dramatic end. Discover the truth behind his sensational trial - marred by controversy, a rushed defence, and a judge with a grudge. Stand in the cell where he spent his final hour, see the site of his execution, and uncover the mystery of what happened to his remains in the years that followed. Was Ned Kelly a villain, a victim, or a voice for the voiceless? This tour doesn't just revisit history - it invites you to decide for yourself.
Where you'll be
377 Russell Street
Melbourne Victoria 3000