Fremantle Prison
ProHighlights
- Guided group tours of a World Heritage-listed convict prison that held inmates until 1991
- A night tour by torchlight through solitary confinement, the gallows and the morgue
- A Tunnels Tour that drops 20 metres underground and crosses flooded passages in replica punts
About Fremantle Prison
Fremantle Prison stands at 1 The Terrace in Fremantle and was built by convicts in the 1850s. It operated as a maximum-security jail until 1991 and is now a World Heritage-listed site, visited only on guided tours. Walking into the Gatehouse costs nothing, and it holds a visitor centre, the convict depot and a gift shop. Three one-hour day tours each cover a different chapter: the convict era, life inside the modern gaol, and the criminal stories behind its walls, and groups can combine two or all three. The Torchlight Tour runs for 90 minutes after dark through the main cell block, solitary confinement, the gallows and the morgue, with some jumps built in. The Tunnels Tour lasts two and a half hours, with participants harnessed onto a ladder system to descend about 20 metres before boarding replica punts to reach flooded sections. Groups of ten or more adults pay a reduced rate, and teams, social clubs and youth groups can arrange exclusive tours, with minimum numbers that vary by tour. Parties needing several Tunnels Tour slots can add a short highlights tour so everyone arrives and leaves together. Some tours cover confronting themes, including executions and violence, so it is worth checking the content notes before booking. The prison's heritage spaces can also be hired for functions if a group wants a meal or drinks after the tour.
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Torchlight Tour: $30 an adult, $26 group rate, $20 a child. Tunnels Tour: $70 an adult, $60 group rate, $50 a child (12+). Exclusive tours carry minimum payments of 10, 30 or 12 people depending on the tour, and bookings are non-refundable.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a group tour of Fremantle Prison cost?
Day prison tours are $25 an adult, or $22 each for groups of ten or more adults. The Torchlight Tour is $30 an adult ($26 group rate) and the Tunnels Tour is $70 an adult ($60 group rate).
Can we book an exclusive tour just for our group?
Yes. Exclusive day tours carry a minimum charge equal to 10 guests, exclusive Tunnels Tours a minimum of 12, and exclusive Torchlight Tours a minimum of 30. Torchlight Tours on extra nights are assessed case by case, with a minimum cost of $1,025.
Who can take part in the Tunnels Tour?
Participants must be at least 12, weigh between 40 kg and 140 kg, and be able to climb a 20-metre vertical ladder unaided. Anyone with a fear of heights or claustrophobia should skip it, and all participants must arrive sober.
Is the Torchlight Tour suitable for children?
It is not recommended for children under 10, as the tour includes surprises and dark subject matter. Children must be with an adult, and the tour also suits groups looking for a spooky night out in Fremantle.
What should we wear and bring on the tours?
Comfortable clothes and a hat and sunscreen in summer suit the day tours. For the Tunnels Tour, bring or wear socks as boots, overalls and a helmet are supplied, and bags and phones go into a free locker.
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Daniel
4 weeks ago
Fremantle Prison Behind Bars Tour An absolute must-do for anyone visiting Perth. Fremantle Prison is a World Heritage site for good reason, and the Behind Bars tour is a fantastic way to explore its history. Our guide…
Hazel S
a month ago
We have visited here twice now for two different tours and I was surprised that they were so different! We saw cometwly different parts of the prison, heard different stories and had a completely different experience. Bo…
Paul Billington
a month ago
Went on the convict prison guided tour (started on the hour). Our guide on the day was great. He covered really interesting stories and insights into some of the historical prisoners and the workings of the prison. Every…
Miles Harding (WonderingConcierge)
4 months ago
Our tour guide Chris was great. Very historic location and the only world heritage site in Western Australia. I would recommend tickets for the smaller tours and any packages if you want to do more than one in your day.…
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