Fremantle Prison Tours

Fremantle Prison

Fremantle Prison was constructed during the 1850s. During Australia’s convict era it housed prisoners transported from England and Ireland. In 1886 the jail was handed over to the colonial authorities to house locally-sentenced prisoners. The prison closed in 1991. Today the historic building is preserved as an internationally recognized World Heritage Site. The former prison houses a museum with artifacts and artwork by former prisoners and hosts a range of exciting tours.

"Step inside and do time" with Fremantle Prison’s experienced guides on a range of fascinating tours, including Convict Prison, Behind Bars and True Crime. These Prison Day Tours highlight convict and prison life, daring escapes and colorful characters in tales laced with prison humour.

Visitors with a spirit for adventure can descend 65 feet (20 meters) below the prison to explore just over half a mile (1 kilometer) of tunnels on foot and by boat on a Tunnels Tour or delve into the darker side of the prison's history at night on a spooky Torchlight Tour.

In addition to its guided tours Fremantle Prison also features an interpretive Visitor Centre, on-site cafe, award-winning Gift Shop and exhibitions in the Prison Gallery.

The Fremantle Prison is located13 miles (22 kilometers) south from Perth and is accessible by public transportation. It’s open every day of the year except Good Friday and Christmas Day. Check the website for tour prices and times.

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Very busy during school holidays!

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Jan 7, 2019

Expensive and not that old. Pretty brutal prison so I found it disturbing

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