Tour Options

Prison Tour

Step inside and explore Fremantle Prison from its convict origins in the 1850’s until its closure as a maximum-security gaol in 1991.

Take a visual journey back in time in the Main Cell Block where you can view life as it was for both convicts and prisoners. What type of cell would you prefer to be in? 

Discover how time was passed in the yards, while marvelling at original prisoner works of art. Pray for redemption in the Anglican Chapel and laugh as our entertaining guides show you the lighter side of Prison humour.

From shackles and isolation, to walls, gates, gun towers and razor wire, Fremantle Prison was designed and built as a place of incarceration. Join our experienced guides to see where many daring and dangerous escapes were attempted by convicts and prisoners alike. Become acquainted with bushrangers and escape artists, such as Moondyne Joe, and marvel at his escape proof cell.

Looking at providing your group with a longer sentence? Prison Tours can also be extended into a Tour Package consisting of two 1-hour versions of our Convict Prison and Behind Bars tours. Please contact our group bookings officer on 08 9336 9210 or email groups@fremantleprison.com.au for more details.

Torchlight Tour

Are you feeling brave? Explore the darker side of the Fremantle Prison story at night on an eerie tour by torchlight. Cringe at the ghastly, the rotten, the wretched and the inhumane experiences and events in the prison's history. Featuring the Main Cell Block, solitary confinement, whipping post, the gallows and the morgue, these tours are not for the faint hearted.

Be warned – there are a few surprises along the way!

Tour Warning

• This experience involves a number of surprises and is not recommended for children under 10 or anyone with a weak heart or other health issues that may be aggravated by scares. 
• Children must be accompanied by an adult (18+).

Torchlight Tours can be requested on nights aside from Wednesday and Friday. Requests will be assessed on a case by case basis and are subject to availability. For tours on alternative nights there is always a minimum cost of $1,025.00. For more information about holding a Torchlight Tour on a different night, contact the Functions Officer on 08 9336 9205 or email functions@fremantleprison.com.au.

Tunnels Tour *Weekends Only or by Special Request*

Feeling adventurous? Get into your hardhat, slip into your overalls, lock into the vertical ladder system and descend approximately 20 metres below the Prison to explore a labyrinth of tunnels built by prisoners. Discover original blast holes, bores and artefacts from the days when working in the tunnels was hard labour for prisoners.

Guides lead the trek through dry sections of the tunnels on foot, before boarding replica convict punts to explore the submerged passageways accessible only by boa

Tour Requirements - Participants must:

• Be over the ages of 12 years. 
• Be physically fit and able.
• Have the ability to climb a vertical ladder independently.
• Be able to crouch down or hunch over while walking.
• Have the ability to understand tour conditions and follow staff instructions.
• Strictly meet physical weight requirements: minimum 40 kg (88.5 lbs), maximum 140 kg (308 lbs), to ensure the correct fitting of supplied safety equipment.
• Not suffer from a fear of heights, vertigo, or claustrophobia.
• Bring or wear socks (boots provided).
• Wear comfortable clothing.
• Arrive sober (mandatory breath test applies).
• Arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
• Wash their hands at the conclusion of the tour.

Important Information

• The tour duration is between 2 - 2.5 hours
• Minimum age is 12 years. Children between 12 and 15 must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
• To ensure a safe experience, participants may be weighed onsite to ensure adherence to weight requirements, at the discretion of Fremantle Prison staff. Refunds will not be provided for those who have booked without ensuring they meet weight and size requirements.
• All participants must wear a helmet provided for the Tunnels Tour. Cultural or religious head coverings are permitted, provided they can be safely worn beneath the helmet. Participants are responsible for ensuring their head covering is compatible; it is recommended that an alternative be brought if there is any uncertainty.
• It is recommended that at least two adults accompany groups of two or more children to ensure an adequate level of supervision.
• Should a child be unable to complete the tour for any reason, they must be accompanied by at least one parent or guardian.
• Children aged 16 and 17 must have declaration forms signed by a parent or guardian but may participate in the tour without an accompanying adult.
• Access to and from the tunnel system requires participants to lock into a vertical ladder system and descend/ascend 20 metres.
• Personal belongings such as bags, wallets, phones, and cameras (including GoPros) are not permitted on the tour. A complimentary locker is provided to secure belongings for the duration of the tour.
• This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or for people who have a fungal allergy or severe asthma.
• ALL PARTICIPANTS sign the following Declaration Form before participating in the Tunnels Tour (hard copies are available on arrival).
• If you have any queries or would like to check if this tour is suitable for you, please view our Planning Your Trip to Fremantle Prison Guide or contact our ticketing team on (08) 9336 9200.

Tour Warning:

• This experience involves climbing down and back up a 20 metre ladder.  It is not recommended for those with a fear of heights.
• The tunnels are approximately 2 metres wide and as low as 1.5 metres high in some points.  It is not recommended for people who suffer from claustrophobia.
• The tour involves ladder climbing, walking while stooping (not crawling) and paddling small boats.  You must advise your guide of any health issues that may affect your ability to complete this tour.

Does your group require more than one Tunnels Tour?

If you require more than one tour you may also be interested in arranging a special 30 minute Highlights Tour of the Prison for each group. Highlights work best if booking the 9.00am and 9.45am or 2.40pm and 3.25pm timeslots and are a great way to occupy each group if you would like to arrive and leave together.

Please contact our group bookings officer on 08 9336 9210 or email groups@fremantleprison.com.au for more details.

PLEASE NOTE:

• Prices valid until 30 June 2027
• All tour times subject to availability
• One adult admitted free of charge per tour for bookings of 10 or more children
• Exclusive Prison and Tunnels Tours and the Senior's Tour and & Package require a minimum payment for 10 people
• Exclusive Torchlight Tours require minimum payment for 30 people
• Carers admitted free of charge on presentation of valid Companion Cards. 1:1