What makes it 81% Couple-Friendly: Shared exploration of cells, tunnel and condemned wing, plus add-on whiskey tasting dinners and evening paranormal tours, makes the Gaol an atmospheric and memorable date activity for couples.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can explore the self-guided tour and enjoy a drink or tasting without rushing.
Self-Guided Gaol Experience:
Wander through cells, the tunnel, condemned cell and gallows at your own pace.
Tip: Pick up an audio guide or BSL video guide on arrival in your language.
“Spirits of the Jail” VIP Tour + Whiskey Tasting:
Enjoy a 90-minute historian-led tour followed by a tutored tasting of six local whiskies.
Tip: Book tickets online early; arrive 10 minutes before start to collect your tasting glass.
Paranormal Tour:
Join a 60-minute ghost hunt with hands-on paranormal experiments in the prison’s hotspots.
Tip: Wear warm layers and sturdy shoes; tours run in low light and require ages 15+.
Peace Gate Message:
Write your own message of peace on the wall beside the entrance gate.
Tip: Use the free pen provided and leave a lasting mark together.
Cuffs Bar & Grill:
Relax over local fare and a pint in the former prison kitchen.
Tip: Try a Guinness or sample a local craft beer on tap.

Ellie Gibson
Crumlin Road Gaol is an interesting and historic place to visit, but the self-guided tour wasn’t the best experience. At times it was unclear where you were supposed to go next or whether certain areas were open to the public, which made it a bit confusing to navigate. That said, the interactive elements — especially the videos projected onto the walls — were really informative and added a lot of...
Rohan Philip
Crumlin Gaol is a fascinating place to visit with a lot of history, and the experience is very informative throughout. The self-guided tour is well laid out and easy to follow, with plenty of detail that really brings the past to life. The only downside was the lack of food and drink options on the day we visited. It was a wet Tuesday, and it would have been nice if the café had more to offer inc...
Samuel Harrison
A really fascinating insight into a famous Belfast jail. Loads of information about the jail's history and the inmates that were imprisoned there. A very easy to follow route around the prison with loads of information boards.
Chloe Goodheart
Pleasantly surprised! Did the self guided tour, there wasn’t many other people there on a rainy Wednesday. It was very informative and gave haunted house vibes at times, a very immersive experience. Took around 1 1/2 hours to walk through and listen to the informative videos. Very friendly staff.
Cory Sakai
What a great experience. Really well done being interactive and thoughtful with a good mix of technology integrated into the actual spaces. Although the entire space is not accessible to you, they make good use of the example spaces they created. You could spend a lot of time here and have different experiences in each section you go into. Quite emotionally moving too. Don't forget to check o...
VIP whiskey events run on selected dates—check the website for availability. Midweek visits in winter tend to be quieter. Paranormal tours are busiest around Halloween.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Self-guided entry (2 adults) | GBP 32 |
| Spirits VIP tour + whiskey tasting (2) | GBP 70 |
| Meal at Cuffs Bar & Grill | GBP 25 |
| Total Estimated | GBP 127 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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