When the Old Melbourne Gaol was built in the mid-1800s, it dominated the Melbourne skyline as a symbol of authority. Inside the Gaol, dangerous criminals were held alongside petty offenders, the homeless and the mentally ill.

Between 1842 and its closure in 1929 the Gaol was the scene of 133 hangings, including one of Australia’s most infamous citizen: the bushranger Ned Kelly.

Your ticket includes: Self-guided entry to the Old Melbourne Gaol and a Lock Up Experience in the Old City Watch House, as well as access to download the audio guide app. Please make sure to pack your headphones!

The Old Melbourne Gaol is open 10am till 5pm, Wednesdays to Sundays (closed Mondays and Tuesdays).

Recommended last entry – 3.30pm

We ask that you please treat our team with respect. Any rude and abusive behaviour will not be tolerated.

Please stay at home if any of the following apply:

• You are experiencing any flu-like symptoms (fever, sore throat, runny nose, persistent cough, shortness of breath)
• You have been in close contact with a person who had tested positive for COVID-19
• You (or one of your close contacts) are awaiting the results of a test for COVID-19

For the latest NTAV COVID Updates including opening hours please visit the National Trust Australia(Victoria) website.