Old Joliet Prison Tours Proudly Sponsored by:

​Self-Guided Tours
Offered Daily from May 1-November from noon-5:00 pm
Walk the site at your own pace. Informational signs are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. The North Segregation Building, Cafeteria (Inmate dining room), Library, Commissary, Fire House, and West Cell houses are open to walk through.

• General Public: $20.00  
• JAHM Museum Members are free
• Children (ages 3-12): $10.00
• Children under the age of 3 are free

After Dark Flashlight Tours
​(Self Guided)
Offered Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings in October pm.  Gates open at 5:30 pm
Walk the site at your own pace at night! Informational signs are stationed throughout the grounds providing historical information and photos. The North Segregation Building, Cafeteria (Inmate dining room), Library, Commissary, Fire House, and West Cell houses are open to walk through.  Commemorative flashlight included!

• Teens and Adults: $30.00  
• Children (ages 3-12): $10.00
• Children under the age of 3 are free

Prison After Dark
Prison After Dark Tours are offered from May-September.

Private Group Tours
Private Group Tours are offered for organizations and schools from May-October.  Email us at [email protected] to check availability.

For the safety of our staff and guests we do not allow large bags and backpacks inside the prison. All items must be secured in your vehicle before entering the prison.

Just a reminder we will be closed the following days:
Easter, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.