Fannie Bay Gaol
The Northern Territory's main prison from 1883 to 1979, preserving cells, the gallows and a leprosy isolation ward.
Fannie Bay Gaol served as the Northern Territory's main prison for almost a century. It closed in 1979 and now operates as a museum. Visitors can tour the men's and women's cells, the guards' quarters, the infirmary and the isolation ward for leprosy patients. The gallows used for the Northern Territory's last execution in 1952 are also well preserved, and display panels explain what prison life was like.
It's a short distance from Mindil Beach and the museum. Entry is free, and opening hours follow the Northern Territory Government's announcements.
Opening hours
About 10:00–15:00 (check official times)
Nearby sights
- Parap Village Markets
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- East Point Reserve
- Darwin Military Museum
- Aquascene
- Crocosaurus Cove