Twilight Self-Guided Tours
Step into the Adelaide Gaol after dark with our special limited-time Self-Guided Twilight Tours.
Explore the grounds at your own pace and uncover the hidden stories that linger within these historic walls. As dusk settles and shadows stretch across the yards, the Gaol’s past feels closer than ever; creating an eerie, atmospheric experience you won’t soon forget! Our Mugshot Canteen is open for coffee, snacks and cold drinks.
Suitability & warnings
Please note
This historic site includes themes of crime, punishment, death, and executions. Contains images and/or references to First Nations people who have died. Some displays may be confronting or distressing. Parental discretion is advised.
Accessibility
- High visual content
- Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language
Presenter
Presented by: Adelaide Gaol
The Adelaide Gaol is one of the oldest remaining colonial public buildings in Adelaide and is the site of some of the State's more interesting, grisly past. Built in 1841, it was one of South Australia’s first permanent prisons and operated for 147 years, with around 300,000 prisoners passing through its gates and 45 executions carried out onsite. Today, the Gaol stands as a significant heritage site, offering a deep and at times chilling insight into the colony’s early history.
