Fast Fact: 8 men were hanged at Old Dubbo Gaol. One of those men by the name of Jacky Underwood, was involved in the Breelong Massacre which would later be novelized into the story "The Chant of Jimmy Blacksmith" by Thomas Keneally.

The Old Dubbo Gaol was a courthouse lockup in 1847, was proclaimed an official Gaol in 1859 and closed operations as a penal institution in 1966. Officially re-opened as a tourist attraction in 1974, the Old Dubbo Gaol is now fully restored and is home to a large display of animatronic models and holographic displays which provide a realistic and fascinating insight into a bygone era of barbaric prison life.

Wandering around this unique collection of 19th century buildings and artefacts, learning the stories of prison life, and spending a moment in the pitch black of the solitary confinement cell, will be certain to send a chill up your spine.



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There is something for everyone with our specially tailored group tours, events and functions. With our Day, Night and Ghost group tours, Murder Mystery nights, and birthday parties the fun never stops... For more information and Booking Forms, Click Here!

We've now changed our performance times to suit YOU! 

In our fantastic performances that suit all ages, asisst a prisoner in their daring escape attempt or be treated like a low-life criminal. Watch our comical characters as they bring help history back
to life... Click Here! to check out our new times.

 

Be sure to keep posted about upcoming events, activities and specials in 2010.

Easter 2010 at Old Dubbo Gaol will sure be one to remember so
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updates on the coming school holidays.