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Notorious for poor conditions and rioting
After closing in 1992, the larger 1960s section was demolished
Cooee Tours conduct guided tours of  Boggo Road Jail
Brisbane Gaol" but was commonly known as "Boggo Road"

Bogo Road Jail Tour

Southport, Queensland

Boggo Road Gaol (Jail) – Once the largest and most notorious prison in Queensland and today – one of Brisbane’s most unique heritage sites and tourism experiences. Boggo Road Gaol is one of Brisbane's most intriguing cultural-heritage tourist attractions. Originally built in 1883, more than 500,000 people passed through the gates as prisoners, guards, or visitors, before it was closed in 1992. Number Two Division, the only remaining section of Boggo Road Gaol, was opened in 1903 to house female inmates. In 1921, the women were moved to make way for male prisoners being relocated from St Helena Island. The Prison for Women became the Prison for Men, with WO being covered above the entrance. Division 2 was home to some of Queensland's most infamous inmates, including James Finch and John Stuart (Whiskey Au Go Go fire bombers) and Arthur 'Slim' Halliday (the Houdini of Boggo Road). Boggo Road Gaol Historical Tours take you behind the brick walls. Enthusiastic tour guides, dressed as guards, reveal the inside stories of Boggo Road Gaol, from its early beginnings as a place of execution to the riots and famous roof-top protests in the 1980s. Hear about hunger strikes, daring escapes, and notorious inmates.

Great value for money for the experience.

Things to know

Rate

From $99.00

Capacity

Min 10 · Max 24

Service Update Date

01 Feb 2022

Actively Welcomes People With Access Needs.

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Service Facility

Carpark, Family Friendly, Non Smoking, Public Toilet

Service Types

Adventure and Outdoors Tours, Cultural and Theme Tours, Sightseeing Tours

Tour Format

Small Group Tour

Transport

Land - Motorised

Vertical Classifications

Full Day

Fitness

Basic

Accessibility Attribute

Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Where it starts

Roma Street, Bus Stop 125, Brisbane City, Queensland

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