J Ward Lunatic Asylum Ghost Tour

A guided evening tour of this former prison for the criminally insane

Popular with groups
Free cancellation available

On this guided tour, you’ll visit the J Ward Lunatic Asylum, Australia’s former home for the criminally insane. Before the tour, you’ll be able to visit the museum to learn about the history of the site.

In the evening, your tour will begin and you’ll see the hangman’s gallows, the grave sites and exercise yards. Throughout the tour, you’ll hear about the people who were imprisoned and buried here as well as the governors who ran the asylum.

What's included

  • Guide services

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Food and drinks
    • Pickup and drop-off

    Accessibility

    • Accessible to strollers
    • Public transit links nearby

    Health & Safety

    • Requires a moderate level of physical fitness

    Languages spoken by guide

    English (UK)

    Additional information

    The minimum age for participating in this tour is 12 years.

    Children aged 12–17 must be accompanied by an adult.

    Comfortable footwear is recommended.

    The tour involves moderate walking and some steps.

    Tours take place in wet weather. In the case of extreme weather, the tour provider will contact you to offer alternative options.

    Itinerary information

    Location

    Departure point
    Girdlestone Street, Ararat, 3377
    Please meet for your tour at J Ward Old Jail in Ararat.
    End point
    Girdlestone Street, Ararat, 3377

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