AT MAITLAND GAOL THIS AUTUMN

Maitland Gaol has a vibrant history spanning more than 150 years. After housing some of Australia’s most hardened criminals, the maximum security facility closed its doors on 29 January 1998.

Remaining genuine to the day the gates closed, you can explore the site by taking part in a guided tour, self guided audio tour or join one of the school holiday activities just for kids.

Maitland Gaol provides experiences for individuals, groups and schools that are tailored to both children and adults.

Self Guided Audio Tours

With two different tours available, the self guided audio tours allow you to explore the Gaol at your own pace, making it a great option for the whole family.

Choose from Maitand Gaol Revealed or Snitch’s Gaol Exploration just for the kids.

Dates: Available daily, last entry at 3.00pm

Price: $19 per adult

$13 per child/concessions

Children under 5 are complimentary

How To Download The Maitland Gaol App

The Maitland Gaol app can be downloaded through the Google Playstore or Apple store. Search ‘Maitland Gaol’ and click the app to install.

Alternatively, you can scan the QR code below to download the app to your device.

Public Guided Tours

Unlock the stories at Maitland Gaol with one of our themed guided tours. You can learn about the Gaol’s history and operation, hear personal accounts, discover true stories or explore the supernatural. Tours are scheduled on specific dates and times, information available on the website. Bookings are essential.

Guided Tours Available

(approx. 90 minute in length)

150 Years Under Lock and Key Immerse yourself in the history of Maitland Gaol on this tour, discovering stories of all sorts of heroes and villains.

Escapes

On this tour of Maitland Gaol hear stories of amazing escapes from the unbelievable to the outright ludicrous.

Ex-Warder

This escorted tour through the Maitland Gaol complex is from the perspective of the men and women responsible for operating the facility.

Crimes of Passion

Crimes of passion shock and horrify, but also intrigue us. Listen to Maitland Gaol come to life with a series of stories focused on crimes of passion on this tour.

Psychic

Do you believe in the paranormal? Believers and non believers are fascinated by the psychic stories and phenomena told by our resident psychic guide.

Ghost Hunting 101

Always wondered what lingers in the dark at Maitland Gaol? Enjoy learning about the site whilst engaging with a series of technologies to explore under the guidance of experienced ghost hunters.

Bookings Essential For All Tours And Activities

For all of our kids school holiday activities please see inside.

Private Tours At Maitland Gaol

Have a group of 15 or more friends and family? Why not book in for a private themed tour of the Gaol. Get your social group, colleagues or friends together for a tour, available day or night.

Private group tours are available outside of regular day and night tour times, depending on the groups requirements.

Email info@maitlandgaol. com.au for more information about private tours.