Crumlin Road Gaol – A Must See in Belfast

Discover one of Belfast’s most famous visitor attractions at Crumlin Road Gaol, located just minutes from Belfast City Centre. With over 150 years of history, this iconic landmark is Northern Ireland’s only surviving Victorian-era prison and one of the most popular things to do in Belfast.

Follow in the footsteps of more than 25,000 prisoners as you explore this historic Belfast prison on an immersive self-guided tour. Learn about the Gaol’s dramatic past, including the imprisonment of men, women and children, public executions, political prisoners, and history up to the prison’s closure in 1996.

Self-Guided Tour

The Self-Guided Crumlin Road Gaol Experience is an interactive tour that uses audio, video content, and holograms to bring the prison’s history to life. Visitors can explore at their own pace while gaining a unique insight into prison life in Belfast from the Victorian era to modern times.

This experience is ideal for:

• Visitors looking for historic attractions in Belfast

• Tourists exploring Northern Ireland landmarks

• School groups, families, and history enthusiasts