Wicklow Gaol

The three-story granite and brick building includes original prison cells, corridors, and a dungeon that showcase incarceration conditions from the 1700s until 1924.

First constructed in 1702 and completed in 1843 by architect William Vitruvius Morrison, the prison held inmates during the 1798 Rebellion and Great Famine periods.

Modern guided tours feature actors who portray historical figures, demonstrating the daily routines and living conditions of prisoners through different time periods.

The facility includes multilingual audio guides, virtual reality experiences, a café, and requires approximately 90 minutes for a complete visit of all exhibits.

The building reopened as a museum in 1998 and contains holographic presentations showing interactions between guards and prisoners in authentic historical settings.

Location: County Wicklow

Inception: 1843

Architects: William Vitruvius Morrison

Floors above the ground: 3

Website: https://www.wicklowshistoricgaol.com/

Made from material: slate, granite, brick, cast iron, concrete

Website: https://wicklowshistoricgaol.com

GPS coordinates: 52.97883,-6.03713

Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:28