CRUMLIN ROAD GAOL TOURS
SELF-GUIDED GAOL EXPERIENCE
Crumlin Road Gaol – A Must See in Belfast
Discover one of Belfast’s most famous visitor attractions at Crumlin Road Gaol, located just minutes from Belfast City Centre. With over 150 years of history, this iconic landmark is Northern Ireland’s only surviving Victorian-era prison and one of the most popular things to do in Belfast.
Follow in the footsteps of more than 25,000 prisoners as you explore this historic Belfast prison on an immersive self-guided tour. Learn about the Gaol’s dramatic past, including the imprisonment of men, women and children, public executions, political prisoners, and history up to the prison’s closure in 1996.
Self-Guided Tour
The Self-Guided Crumlin Road Gaol Experience is an interactive tour that uses audio, video content, and holograms to bring the prison’s history to life. Visitors can explore at their own pace while gaining a unique insight into prison life in Belfast from the Victorian era to modern times.
This experience is ideal for:
Visitors looking for historic attractions in Belfast
Tourists exploring Northern Ireland landmarks
School groups, families, and history enthusiasts
Explore Historic Areas of Crumlin Road Gaol
Your visit includes access to many of the Gaol’s most famous and atmospheric locations, including:
The Underground Tunnel (linking the Gaol to the Courthouse)
Historic Holding Cells
The Gaol Circle
C-Wing Prison Block
Condemned Cell
Hangman’s Cell
Gaol Graveyard
Sanger / Matron’s House
Wessex Helicopter on display
Each area offers a powerful insight into the daily lives of prisoners and prison officers in Belfast’s most historic jail.
Opening Times
Monday to Friday
First admission: 10:30am
Last admission: 3:30pm
Saturday & Sunday
First admission: 10:00am
Last admission: 4:00pm
Audio Guides & Accessibility
Audio Guides Available In:
French, German, Mandarin, Spanish
(English available but not essential)
Card details are required on arrival for audio guide use.
Sign Language Video Guides:
British Sign Language (BSL)
Free of charge for visitors who require them
Card details required on arrival
Visitor Information
Located on Crumlin Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland
Main entrance via the Gate House on Crumlin Road
Coach and car access via Summer Street
Warm clothing and flat shoes recommended
Tickets available on the day, but pre-booking is advised
Please arrive 10–15 minutes before entry time
Tour duration: 60–90 minutes
Group Bookings
For group visits of 15 people or more, please contact:
[email protected]
028 9074 1500
All tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.