Museum
Fannie Bay Gaol
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Fannie Bay Gaol, operational from 1883 to 1979, now serves as a museum where visitors can step back into Darwin's harsh penal history. The gaol's original cells, exercise yards, and gallows remain intact, providing a sobering experience. Exhibits detail prison life, famous inmates, and the evolution of corrections. The site's isolation once made it a feared destination, and today it stands as a heritage-listed landmark. Visitors can walk through the cramped cells and learn about the conditions that defined this historic institution.
Don't miss
- Walk through the original cell blocks and see the cramped conditions prisoners endured.
- Visit the gallows, the site of executions, and learn about capital punishment in the territory.
- View exhibits on prison life, including artifacts and stories of notable inmates.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Fannie Bay Gaol
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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