Geelong Gaol Ghost Tours with Twisted History
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most visitors in average physical condition; involves walking and standing indoors
Overview
Step behind the gates of Geelong Gaol after dark with Twisted History’s ghost tours. Hear real stories of convicts and forgotten souls on this unforgettable 1.5-hour night experience.
Geelong Gaol Ghost Tours
$40 per Adult | Daily | 8pm | 1.5 Hours
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About This Adventure
Experience the chilling history of Geelong Gaol on a haunting night tour. Step through the prison gates and uncover the dark tales of convicts, murderers, and the forgotten souls who once inhabited this 19th-century facility. Dare to explore the eerie echoes of the past in this unforgettable adventure.
Geelong Gaol Ghost Tours
Enter Geelong Gaol's prison gates after dark and be haunted by stories of convicts, murderers and lunatics who once called this three story bluestone building home.
Rates
Adult (Aged 17+) - $40 Child (Up to 16) - $30 School Groups - $20 per student - Call to book!
Hours
Tours run 7 nights a week at 8pm
Duration
1.5 hours
About
Opening in 1853, the Geelong Gaol is one of Australia's most intact 19th century convict prisons.
The tour will take you back to a time when the building housed male and female prisoners, as well as children from the Geelong industrial school.
Do you dare enter these gates after dark ......
Join the team at Twisted History (Limelight Tours) behind the gates of the Geelong Gaol, the most intact 19th century prison! It has been home to convicts, prisoners, men, women and children for 142 years. It has housed murders, rapists, thieves, lunatics, vagrants .... and has been the site of many of their deaths! Some of them are perhaps still here ..... are you brave enough to find out!
What to Bring
• Flat Shoes • Warm Jacket in the colder months
Adventure Tips
Wear comfortable flat shoes
The Gaol's uneven floors and stairs require sturdy footwear for safe movement during the tour.
Bring a warm jacket in cooler months
Tours run after dark, so prepare for chilly temperatures, especially in winter and fall evenings.
Arrive early for check-in
Tours start promptly at 8 pm; front desk check-in can take a few minutes before the experience begins.
Mind your step in dim lighting
The tour uses low light to maintain atmosphere. Watch your footing as some corridors may be shadowed.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Possums active in the evening around the gaol area
- Various urban bird species including galahs and kookaburras
History
Geelong Gaol was established in 1853 and operated for nearly 140 years, housing a diverse population including convicts and local juvenile prisoners.
Conservation
Twisted History’s tours promote preservation of the historic site by limiting visitor numbers and educating guests on the importance of protecting cultural heritage.
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Recommended Gear
Flat, sturdy shoes
To safely navigate uneven prison floors and stairs throughout the tour.
Warm jacket or outer layer
Necessary for staying comfortable during cool evening conditions.
fall|winter|spring specific
Flashlight (optional)
Helpful for safely moving through dim corridors, though tours may provide lighting.
Camera (no flash)
For capturing the eerie interior details while respecting the low-light rules.