Hear what life was like behind the bars of Boggo, from a former prisoner – an amazing and fascinating insight into crime, justice and injustice inside this infamous prison.

Boggo Road Gaol is Queensland’s most notorious, historic prison. Opening in 1883, it was the home to many locally-known criminals and became the scene of riots, protests, strikes and even capital punishment.

The Prisoner Tour is a monthly specialty tour taken by a real-life ex-prisoner of Boggo Road Gaol. Get the first-hand experience recaptured, learn the ways of the Boggo inmates and immerse yourself in this piece of Queensland’s history.