Crumlin Road Gaol Tickets

Explore over 150 years of history at Crumlin Road Gaol, also known as HM Prison Belfast, the only remaining Victorian prison in Northern Ireland. This interactive experience includes displays, holograms, and storytelling.

Why Visit the Crumlin Road Gaol?

Over 150 years of history at Northern Ireland's last Victorian prisonInteractive tour with audio-visual displays and hologramsIntroduction video featuring Judge Mathews on the prison’s historyPrison tunnel connecting to Crumlin Road CourthouseC-Wing with recreated cells and inmate storiesOptional visit to the condemned cell with execution explanationsOutdoor exhibits including gravesite and a Westland Wessex helicopter

Full Itinerary of Your Visit

Located at 53-55 Crumlin Road, the self-guided tour begins with an introduction video by Judge Mathews. Visitors will explore key areas, including the infamous tunnel linking to the courthouse. A hologram guide will share the tunnel’s history. In the Gaol Circle, the Governor will point out significant areas and recount historical tales.

Guests will navigate C-Wing, which features recreated cells and holographic prisoners representing over 25,000 inmates. Video interviews will depict life inside the gaol. An optional visit to the condemned man's cell includes a hologram of the executioner discussing executions.

Outside, visitors can see the gravesite of executed prisoners and a display of a Westland Wessex helicopter.

History of the Crumlin Road Gaol

Opened in 1845, Crumlin Road Gaol was the most advanced prison of its time, detaining Republicans and Loyalists, including Éamon de Valera and Bobby Sands. Built for 550 prisoners, it operated under "The Separate System" and witnessed 17 executions, the last in 1961. After closing in 1996, it reopened as a tourist attraction in 2012.

Opening Hours

Crumlin Road Gaol is open daily from 10 am to 5:30 pm, with final admission at 4 pm.

Audioguide

An audioguide is available for purchase on-site for an additional fee.