The Old Melbourne Gaol is a former jail and current museum on Russell Street, in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It consists of a bluestone building …
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Apr 23, 2025
It’s a fantastic experience in the Gaol especially the City Watch House tour. You get to experience being arrested and locked in one of those cells in the Watch House which is just next to the Gaol. …Full review by Flyer46300928698
Apr 9, 2025
We decided to do the Hangman's Tour of the Gaol, which was at night. As we went through the Gaol a few years ago, we thought it would have a different feel at night. We were met by Mark who was our g…Full review by Explore56867778979
Apr 7, 2025
A must do experience if in Melbourne. The museum is well set up with tons of interesting things to look at, learn about, and experience.Full review by 242rebeccaf
Not really appropriate for young children. They would need to be old enough to appreciate the history of this Gaol and have some understanding of penal institutions in general. Not a …
Not really appropriate for young children. They would need to be old enough to appreciate the history of this Gaol and have some understanding of penal institutions in general. Not a cheerful,place.