Description: Discover a magical blend of history and art at The Old Castlemaine Gaol. Discover how this former prison transformed into a vibrant centre of creativity and wonder!
Select your region Things to do Online classes Competitions Blog Back to activities The Old Castlemaine Gaol The Old Castlemaine Gaol - a prison, a hotel, a tourist attraction. 36-48 Bowden St, Castlemaine VIC 3450, Australia Highlights Castlemaine things to do Castlemaine walks Castlemaine Old Gaol: fantasy sculptures and artworks Governor's Cafe About The Old Castlemaine Gaol The Old Castlemaine Gaol is an old prison located in Castlemaine VIC, just a 30-minute drive from Bendigo VIC , a 1-hour drive from
The current owner is an artist and sculptor who has transformed the Gaol with fantasy sculptures, artworks and more. You can enjoy them on a circuit walk around the building while it's still closed.
The Old Castlemaine Gaol was a prison built in 1861 that was used until 1990. Then interestingly, from 1909 until 1954, it served as a reformatory boys' school before becoming a prison facility once again.