Unlock your inner detective with the whole family at Pentridge Prison Tours! Can you crack the case?

Step into the shadowy past of Australia’s most notorious prison with Pentridge Prison Tours immersive family tour PrisonBreak Explorers. Join forces as the newest recruits of the Pentridge Detective Training Program to thwart a thrilling escape plan.

THE MISSION

Solve the Mystery
Work together to uncover the mastermind behind the escape plot. Gather clues, decode secret messages, and piece together the plan.

Explore Key Locations
Navigate through infamous spots within Pentridge Prison, each holding secrets of past escape attempts – both daring and disastrous.

Meet the Characters
Hear captivating stories of Pentridge’s most colourful inmates and discover what life was really like behind bars.

With your trusty guide leading the way, every twist and turn of this interactive adventure brings history to life. Are you ready to become a Pentridge Detective and stop the escape before it’s too late?

Book your adventure and make unforgettable memories with the whole family!

WHAT OUR VISITORS SAID

“The activity was such a great balance between providing interesting information and giving us the chance to explore the space on our own.” 

“Kids were completely absorbed”

EXPLORE MORE THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Unlock value these school holidays with a Prison Explorers Pass from the National Trust.

Purchase a National Trust Prison Explorers Pass these school holidays to embark on unforgettable adventures, offering your family access to two thrilling historical experiences at Pentridge Prison Tours and Old Melbourne Gaol – all at a one great price.

Buy your pass

Time Travellers – Scavenger Hunt

Step back through time and explore the hidden history of Pentridge Prison with an exciting scavenger hunt during these school holidays. Follow the clues, find traces of the past, and unlock the stories of Pentridge’s infamous history. Discover where felons and guards once walked and immerse yourself in an engaging and interactive journey that’s perfect for the whole family. 

The Scavenger Hunt is $5 per child with any tour ticket.

Spend a day at Pentridge

Pentridge Coburg, is a vibrant and one-of-a-kind urban village that breathes new life into its historic location. Once the site of Australia’s longest-running and harshest prison, the precinct now offers bespoke lively restaurants, bars, cafés and boutique fashion retailers you won’t find anywhere else.

With easy underground parking and direct public transport access, Pentridge is the perfect spot for a family day out.

Plan your visit

Still looking for more School Holiday ideas? See what’s on offer from the National Trust.