Cultural and Theme Tours

Step inside history after dark at Old Parramatta Gaol, one of Australia’s most significant and longest-operating correctional facilities, which closed in 2011 after more than 170 years of continuous use.

Their immersive experiences invite visitors to explore the imposing cell blocks, exercise yards and hidden corridors alongside experienced paranormal investigators and knowledgeable guides. Whether you’re seeking an exhilarating ghost hunt or a captivating historical ghost tour, each event blends authentic storytelling, documented history and interactive investigation techniques.

Guests can participate in hands-on paranormal investigations using specialised equipment or enjoy informative guided tours that uncover the Gaol’s fascinating past, infamous inmates and reported unexplained activity.

Perfect for thrill-seekers, history enthusiasts and groups looking for a unique night out, their events offer exclusive after-hours access to this iconic heritage site — delivering an unforgettable experience behind the razor wire.

Services

Parramatta Gaol Four Hour Ghost Hunt

$130

Venture into the heart of the darkness, where we’ll embark on spine-tingling experiments aimed at bridging the gap between the living and the lingering spirits, possibly still ensnared behind the unforgiving razor wire of Old Parramatta Gaol.

Under the cover of night, you’ll become a participant in carefully crafted, hair-raising experiments, employing the most advanced paranormal investigation techniques. The mission? To unlock the secrets of the afterlife and beckon forth any restless souls yearning to communicate from the shadows.

But that’s not all; during your haunting journey, you’ll be granted a moment of free exploration, allowing you to roam the accessible corners of the gaol, under the inky shroud of night, when the boundary between the living and the spectral seems to blur, leaving only the echoes of history to guide your way.

With a sinister history spanning nearly two centuries, this grim and undeniably atmospheric prison, erected in 1837, stands as one of the nation’s oldest surviving jails. Its walls have absorbed the torment and despair of countless souls, making it an unparalleled stage for a night of bone-chilling encounters with the unknown. Dare you enter this realm of the paranormal?

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Carpark Public Toilet

Two Hour Intensive Paranormal Experience at Parramatta Gaol

$90

Over the course of two hours, delve into the depths of Old Parramatta Gaol, where history’s echo is a whisper on the wind, and shadows hold secrets of centuries past.

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Old Parramatta Gaol Ghost Tour

$70

Unleash your inner thrill-seeker and delve into a darker, more mysterious side of history with this chilling ghost tour event at the historic Old Parramatta Gaol.

For a haunting hour and a half, engage in the eerie art of Spirit-Vision, revealing the shadowy figures of past inmates and spectral images sent in by past guests, all projected onto the ancient walls of the gaol’s wings.

Listen intently as spine-tingling tales of paranormal encounters unfold, involving not only former tour participants but also inmates, staff, and visitors whose spirits may still linger. Examine unsettling photos and recordings of ghostly occurrences—if you dare. And who knows? Your own eerie experience might just become a part of our next ghostly gathering.

You’ll traverse several eerie areas of this historic gaol, with opportunities to investigate some of its most haunted wings. Be forewarned—there are no refunds, under any circumstances. Step into the unknown and perhaps leave with a story of your own.

Disabled Access

Public Toilet