Napier Prison

Very disappointing. $30 ticket, the tour was on full volume and still too quiet so you couldn't hear it. Half the rooms and areas were closed off and fenced off for repairs. So basically only saw half of the prison. Not worth the visit.

I enjoyed the historical authenticity of the prison but the way that the tours are structured needs improvement - as far as I can tell, the audio recordings date back to 2008. Another board sits on the garage outside with reviews dating back to 2011. Large areas of the prison are closed off as well making some parts of the tour inaccessible.The escape rooms seem like they'll breathe some life into the prison which will help with restoring the rest of the place, but for now it all feels a bit disjointed and in need of innovation.

Saw this on the TV (Heritage Rescue) and looked an interesting place to visit while on holiday. We hired two different audio guides and shared. I did get a little monotonous, so stick with just the one 'tour'. Lots of history and the escape room looked like it could be fun (maybe next time). A few of the old signs (we saw on the TV show) had been put back up and as these were designed for kids not sure if that was a good or bad thing (not sure I'd take a young child to it as could be quite scary ). However the history was amazing and I think if it (or you just did that) stuck to that and the ghost / spooky side it would be a much better place. It certainly did have a edge to the feel and think a night tour which just adults would be 'interesting'

Very creepy & interesting. Did the historical ghost tour, could not even go into some of the spaces. The staff kindly let us in just before closing.

Visited today I was genuinely saddened by the condition of the prison and overall state of disrepair. Additionally grass area people can walk over was where maori prisoners who had been hung are buried upright. This shows total disrespect. The audio was interesting but to be honest this is sadly the only positive comment I feel I can make and even that went on too long so we skipped quite a bit! Paid $60 for two People to wander around listening to audio. Memorial garden is supposed to be maintained and clearly isn't. I appreciate building is old but come on its filthy, and in a state of total disrepair, I appreciate they want to keep authentic however my friend who visited over 3 years ago said the place is just going to ruin and was in a much better condition on her last visit. I looked for recent reviews on prison I sadly have since found alot of reviews commenting on the state of the place and fact that people feel it's a rip off and like me it they weren't there for more than an hour as you can't access sections due to safety barriers which have clearly been there for a considerable time!

Wonderful audio tour! Most informative, and really interesting.

There's some interesting part but mostly underwhelming. The audio guide is hardly audible on its loudest setting.It feels a little like some dilapidated house that 2 young people are running, which is really unfortunate because it is a historical place.

I went on a self guide tour for $30. The place is worth visiting. It's more details if you follow the audio device while wandering through cells. But if you have limited time, you can choose some ghost stories to listen later. I have a goosebumps looking into a solitary confinement. Even staff gave a spooky vibe (>_< sorry). Overall I'm impressed but i wish you could improve on the costume. They're too old and dirty. I think visitors would want to wear them for fun. It'd be nice if you can improve this! Thanks."

Inquisitive about what happened in Prison.If you are not too afraid to explore the dark side of Napier don't miss the prison. A good learning experience with timesless tales.

Rip off for 30$ per adult. It's just a derelict building with made up ghost stories. In addition, the audio devices are barely loud enough to be heard. Avoid at all costs. Much better things to do in Napier than this