Richmond Gaol
One of Australia's best-preserved convict-era prisons, dating from 1825.
Entity introduction
About Richmond Gaol
Richmond Gaol is a heritage-site complement to a Richmond visit.
Key experiences
What makes it worth the stop
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Use it to deepen a heritage-focused stop rather than as a reason to overpack the day.
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Use the site’s official source for entry-specific information.
Verified information
Plan your visit
Getting there
Richmond Gaol is a heritage-site complement to a Richmond visit.
Best time to visit
Use it to deepen a heritage-focused stop rather than as a reason to overpack the day.
Best time to visit
Use the site’s official source for entry-specific information.
Official and verified sources
Review the current source before making place-specific decisions.
Nearby
Nearby
Distances are straight-line distances, not driving distances.
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Food and local products
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Nearby food and local products
Distances are straight-line distances, not driving distances.
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