
Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour
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Is Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour worth booking?
Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour is a 1-hour experience in Melbourne, Australia, from $45 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 48 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (1)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $45 per person
This gaol is a grim place with a dark history. Stories of the unexplained have been gathered over the years from visitors and staff alike. None have been proven, yet. Join this chilling night time gaol tour — if you dare
What you get
About this experience
This gaol is a grim place with a dark history. Stories of the unexplained have been gathered over the years from visitors and staff alike. None have been proven, yet. Join this chilling night time gaol tour — if you dare! This night tour is conducted in the dark and includes confined spaces. Appropriate footwear is recommended. This night tour is not recommended for children 12 years and under. Please note that dates for this tour are only released at least two weeks before event dates.
What's included
Included
- Night tour of Old Melbourne Gaol
- National Trust Souvenir: which may be a tote bag, keyring or stuffed toy dependent on availability.
What you'll see and do
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. Due to the sometimes graphic nature of the tales, this immersive tour is for ages 16 years and older. This night tour is conducted in the dark and includes confined spaces. Appropriate footwear is recommended. This night tour is not recommended for children 12 years and under.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Melbourne
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour start time to avoid disappointment. Latecomers will not be granted entry and will not be provided a refund.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour start time to avoid disappointment. Latecomers will not be granted entry and will not be provided a refund.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- National Trust of Australia (Victoria)
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This night tour is conducted in the dark and includes confined spaces, and appropriate footwear is recommended.
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your tour start time to avoid disappointment. Latecomers will not be granted entry and will not be provided a refund.
- No filming or photography is allowed during the tour. At the end of your tour, there will be time to take photos.
- The Gaol offers partial wheelchair accessibility, but please note that some areas, such as stairs and upper levels, may limit access.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The Ghost tour… quick cash grab
In all honesty i wouldn’t recommend the ghost tour (Ghost? What ghosts) we went last night and even though it was an experience being there at night there just wasn’t enough time and you didn’t get to see all the areas. The guide was funny but some of the stories felt long winded to pass time i.e the school kid, the after hours events, the two spiritualists etc… this would have been fine if we didn’t only get 15 minutes to self explore around the section we was in, there wasn’t enough time to actually look around and read the information or see the items (Death masks etc..) as it was more of a rushed walk around taking photos. Unfortunately it felt more like a fast cash grab rather than anything else as you do a loop around the same section and don’t get to experience the different areas.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 48
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Melbourne.
How much does Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour cost?
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Prices start at $45 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Melbourne usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Melbourne is not rushed.
Is Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Melbourne, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Melbourne can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Melbourne and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Old Melbourne Gaol: Ghost Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Melbourne within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Melbourne?
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On Outty we rank every Melbourne experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour, Yarra Valley Wine Tour w Exclusive Gin, Cider & Chocolate Tasting, Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Melbourne?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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