WE ARE OPEN
Maitland Gaol has reopened the site to visitors. Interaction with the site is a little different so make sure you check out the new guidelines.
New guidelines
GUIDED NIGHT TOURS ARE BACK
From Saturday 29 August join us after dark to explore the site with one of our themed guided tours.
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SELF GUIDED AUDIO TOURS AVAILABLE
There are three self guided audio tours available seven days a week, each providing a different perspective of the life behind the bars.
Find out more
There are three self guided audio tours available seven days a week, each providing a different perspective of the life behind the bars.
Maitland Gaol is one of New South Wales premier heritage listed sites and attracts visitors from all over the world.
From activity sheets to podcast suggestions, our online resources will keep both kids and adults busy.

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What's on

150 Years Under Lock and Key Night Tour

30 October 2020

Immerse yourself in the history of Maitland Gaol and discover stories about all sorts of heroes and villains.

Ex-Warder Tour Guide

Ex-Warder Guided Night Tour

7 November 2020

Be escorted through the site from the perspective of those responsible for operating the facility.

A Psychic Experience Night Tour

20 November 2020

Do you believe in the paranormal? Both believers and non-believers alike are fascinated by the psychic stories and phenomena described by our resident psychic guide.

Crimes of Passion Night Tour

27 November 2020

Crimes of passion, they shock and horrify us, but in almost equal measure they intrigue us.

Unlock the gates of Maitland Gaol today, where visitors are invited to 'serve time' learning about the facility, past prisoners and daring escapes. A key anchor attraction of the Hunter, Maitland Gaol housed some of Australia's most hardened and notorious criminals and has a vibrant history spanning more than 150 years.