Melbourne’s Notorious Iconic Pentridge Prison Tour – A Chilling Walk Through History

If walls could talk, would be screaming stories from the past.

Tucked away in Coburg, Melbourne’s most infamous former prison is now one of the city’s most compelling (and spine-tingling) historical tours. The Pentridge Prison Tour isn’t just a walk through old bluestone corridors — it’s a deep dive into crime, punishment, rebellion, and survival, all brought to life through powerful storytelling, preserved cells, and haunting spaces frozen in time.

Whether you’re a history buff, urban explorer, true crime fan, or photographer chasing moody textures and dramatic light, this tour hits hard.


Pentridge Prison

Step Inside Melbourne’s Darkest Past

Operating from 1851 to 1997, Pentridge Prison was once Victoria’s primary maximum-security prison. Some of Australia’s most notorious criminals passed through its heavy iron gates — and for many, they never left.

On the guided tour, you’ll explore iconic areas including:
  • B Division – The harshest section of the prison, designed for punishment and isolation
  • H Division – Known for its brutal conditions and strict regime
  • Prison Cells & Exercise Yards – Preserved to reflect daily life behind bars
Pentridge Prison Courtyard

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The Melbourne Pentridge Prison Tour is not just a tourist attraction, it’s an experience that stays with you. Walking those corridors makes history feel uncomfortably close, reminding you that these weren’t movie sets… they were real lives, real punishments, and real consequences.

 Pentridge Prison Closes


Location: 1 Champ St, Coburg VIC 3058, Australia

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