Plan your visit
The Old Melbourne Gaol Crime and Justice Experience is located on Russell St (between Victoria and La Trobe St) and comprises of the Old Melbourne Gaol, former City Watch House and City Court One of the Old Magistrate's Court. See map.
Hours
Open daily from 9:30am to 5:00pm
(closed Christmas Day and Good Friday)
Download your Old Melbourne Gaol Visitor Guide (PDF) 815.31KB.
Admission Fees
- Adult - $23
- Concession - $18
- Child - $12 (ages 5-15 years)
- Family - $52 (2 Adults and up to 4 children)
Admission tickets can be purchased from the Gaol's main entry on your date of visit.
Getting Here

Tram: City Circle Tram Stop - corner of La Trobe and Russell Street: Tram no. 24, stop no. 7.
Tram no. 30 also runs along La Trobe Street every 10–14 minutes every day of the week in both directions.
Train: Melbourne Central Station (2 min. walk)
Car: Melway reference: 2B F12
Try the Metlink Journey Planner below, to find public transport connections from your home.
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