Conditions of Entry

  1. Visitors to Fremantle Prison should note that the surfaces you walk on are not always even. Please watch your step.
  2. No shoes, no shirt, no entry.
  3. Fremantle Prison accepts no liability for any loss, damage or injury arising from a visit or whilst on the premises.
  4. It is a condition of entry that visitors observe all warning signs and follow instructions provided by the tour guide or other Fremantle Prison staff.
  5. Fremantle Prison reserves the right to alter, close or cancel any tour, exhibit or event. In this instance ticket refunds or exchanges are at the sole discretion of Fremantle Prison.
  6. Tickets must be retained by the holder until their visit to Fremantle Prison is complete.
  7. Day Tour & Torchlight Tours: We ask that you arrive at least 15 minutes before your tour departure, to ensure you have time to collect/purchase your tickets, use the facilities & view the exhibition spaces.
  8. Tunnels Tour: It is a requirement that you arrive 15 minutes before your tour departure. Latecomers will not be admitted.
  9. Fremantle Prison retains the right to deny access and / or remove visitors who are being a public nuisance, acting recklessly, or failing to observe directions from Fremantle Prison staff or signage.
  10. Tickets are non refundable and non transferable
  11. A valid concession card must be presented when purchasing or collecting tickets.
  12. You must refrain from touching artworks & artifacts such as paintings/sculptures & no items are to be altered or removed from display during your tour or visit to the Display areas, Museum and Gallery spaces.

Tour Conditions

Convict Prison Tour  Important Information:
  • Wheelchair Access: This tour involves a number of stairs and is not recommended for those with mobility issues.
  • Refer to our Planning Guide for detailed information.
  • Whilst on your tour, you must stay with the tour group at all times.
  • Food & Drinks are not permitted on any tour, except for water.
  • You must refrain from touching artworks & artifacts such as paintings/sculptures & no items are to be altered or removed from display during your tour or visit to the Museum and Gallery spaces.
 
Behind Bars Tour

Important Information:

  • Wheelchair Access: 90%
  • Refer to our Planning Guide for detailed information.
  • Whilst on your tour, you must stay with the tour group at all times.
  • Food & Drinks are not permitted on any tour, except for water.
  • You must refrain from touching artworks & artifacts such as paintings/sculptures & no items are to be altered or removed from display during your tour or visit to the Museum and Gallery spaces.
 
True Crime Tour

Important Information:

  • Wheelchair Access: Approximately 80%
  • Refer to our Planning Guide for detailed information.
  • This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10 years due to the tour content.
  • Whilst on your tour, you must stay with the tour group at all times.
  • Food & Drinks are not permitted on any tour, except for water.
  • You must refrain from touching artworks & artifacts such as paintings/sculptures & no items are to be altered or removed from display during your tour or visit to the Museum and Gallery spaces.
 
Tunnels Tour

 Participants must:

  • Be over the ages of 12 years. 
  • Children between 12 and 15 years must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
  • Be physically fit and able.
  • Have the ability to climb independently.
  • Have the ability to understand tour conditions and follow staff instructions.
  • Strictly meet physical weight requirements: Min 40kgs (88.5lbs), Max 140kgs (308lbs) to ensure the correct fitting of supplied safety equipment.
  • Not suffer from a fear of heights or claustrophobia.
  • Arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure time. Latecomers will not be admitted.
  • Bring or wear socks (boots provided).
  • Wear comfortable clothing
  • Arrive sober (mandatory breath test applies).
  • Wash hands at the conclusion of the tour.

Important Information:

  • This tour is not wheelchair accessible
  • The tour duration is between 2 - 2.5 hours
  • Refer to our Planning Guide for detailed information.
  • 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.
  • It is recommended that at least two adults accompany groups of two or more children to ensure an adequate level of adult supervision.
  • Should a child be unable to complete the tour for any reason they must be accompanied by at least one respective parent or guardian.
  • Children aged 16 and 17 must have declaration forms signed by a parent or guardian, but can partake in the tour without an adult present.
  • This tour is not recommended for pregnant women or people who have a fungal allergy or severe asthma. 
  • Personal belongings such as bags, wallets, phones & cameras (including go-pros) are not permitted on the tour. A locker will be provided to securely lock up your belongings.
  • During winter months, we suggest bringing a change of clothing as there may be a rise in the water levels.
  • It is a requirement that ALL PARTICIPANTS sign the following Declaration Form before participating in the Tunnels Tour (hard copies are available on arrival).
 
Torchlight Tour

Important Information:

  • Wheelchair Access: 100%
  • Refer to our Planning Guide for detailed information.
  • This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10 years.
  • These tours happen after dark, which might be scary for some people.
  • Torches are provided to visitors so you can see where you’re going and watch out for any tripping hazards.
  • Content warning: There are jump scares, sudden noises, includes entry to the Gallows (former place of execution) that some visitors may find confronting.
  • Whilst on your tour, you must stay with the tour group at all times.
  • Food & Drinks are not permitted on any tour, except for water.
  • You must refrain from touching artworks & artifacts such as paintings/sculptures & no items are to be altered or removed from display during your tour or visit to the Museum and Gallery spaces.
 

If you’re interested in a tour but worried about accessibility or content, please call us (08) 9336 9200 and we’ll try our best to help you.