Overview

Hear the real life stories of some of the Prison’s most notorious inmates and find out how their crimes gripped the community.

From bushrangers, thieves and murderers, to serial killers, bank robbers and escape artists; join our Guides as they delve into 140 years of Western Australian criminal history.

This tour is not recommended for children under the age of 10 years.

Tour details

Departs

Daily, every hour from 11.45am until 4.45pm.

  • Please note: On Thursday 27/8 the last tour of the day will be 3.45pm
Tour length

1 hour 15 minutes

Prices

$25.00 per adult | $22.00 per concession | $15.00 per child | $73.00 for a family pass

This tour is available as part of the following packages:

Accessibility &
Inclusion
Audio guides Japanese, French, German, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish, English and Auslan handheld audio guides are available
Bookings

Bookings are not essential for this tour but are recommended during peak times or if you require a specific timeslot

Bookings by phone (08) 9336 9200 || Not available online

CONTENT WARNING Fremantle Prison is a former maximum-security prison and a site of significant historical importance. During this tour, guides may discuss themes and events that some visitors may find distressing, including:
  • Incarceration
  • Crime and criminal justice
  • Solitary confinement and punishment practices
  • Capital punishment and executions
  • Death, violence and suicide
  • Mental health and trauma
  • Description of assault, sexual violence and paedophilia
  • Historical discrimination and institutional practices
  • Accounts of escape attempts and prison unrest

Please consider your personal circumstances before booking. Visitors who have concerns about the content of a tour are encouraged to contact our team for further information.

  • Discounted packages must be purchased on the day of first tour and can be issued as a return pass valid for 30 days
  • Prices listed are valid until 30 June 2027.

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Tour Packages Combine with Convict Prison, Behind Bars or both!

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