Old Joliet Prison Tours

No tickets will be mailed. Your name and the names of all registered guests will be entered on a check-in list. Guests will provide their name upon arrival

• ​All participants will be required to sign a digital waiver of liability/hold harmless agreement before entering.
• Guests/Tours will meet at the Old Joliet Prison Check-In/Gift Shop Building in the main parking lot off of Collins Street in front of the prison
• Old Joliet Prison Address: 1125 Collins Street, Joliet, IL 60432   (312) 978-1282
• Closed toe shoes should be worn and dress for the weather as tours will be happening rain or shine
• Please check your calendar before purchasing your tickets. Once sold, tickets are non-refundable
• Tours are not currently ADA approved. Approximately 70% of the tour is accessible for all patrons

*Please keep in mind this is mostly an outside, approximate 1 mile walking tour.

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​"Self-Guided Prison Tour"

Self-Guided Tour

Walk the site at your own pace. Informational signs are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. The North Segregation Building, East cellhouse, Inmate Dining Room and Captain's Court  is open to walk through.

• General Public: $20
• Museum Members: Free 
• Children (ages 3-12): $10
• Children under the age of 3 are free
  

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​"General History Prison Tour"

General History Prison Tour

• General Public: $30
• Museum Member: $25

​A 90-minute walking tour of the Old Joliet Prison lead by docents and trained tour guides from the Joliet Area Historical Museum. This tour talks about the general history of the site from when it was first opened in 1858 till its closure in 2002. This historic tour is a great introduction to the Prison and its history. This tour takes you into the East and West Cell Houses, North Segregation Bldg., Cafeteria and the Chapel.

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​"Prison After Dark Tour"

Prison After Dark Tour

• ​General Public: $40
• Museum Member: $35

A 90-minute walking tour covering the darker side of the Prison. This historical tour will cover some of the more macabre stories as you walk through the site at dusk. This tour takes you into the East and West Cell Houses, North Segregation Bldg. and Chapel

Disclaimer: This tour does not involve ghost hunting or paranormal activity and is not recommended for small children

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