The Old Prison Tours

Some shady characters were forced to call The Old Prison home throughout the years. Plan a trip to find out for yourself what life might have been like locked up here.

This Pietermaritzburg historic jailhouse is an ideal spot to start your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to enjoy nearby, like Golden Horse Casino, Pietermaritzburg City Hall, and Msunduzi Museum. Wander around at your leisure at The Old Prison before hitting up these other fine sights.

Plan a trip to see The Old Prison

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Penthouse 711 at La Montagne by First Private Stays

Penthouse 711 at La Montagne by First Private Stays

3 out of 5
Price was $1,027, price is now $846 per person
$846
per person
Nov 7 - Nov 11
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Harare (HRE) to Durban (DUR)
No reviews
Penthouse 712 at La Montagne by First Private Stays

Penthouse 712 at La Montagne by First Private Stays

4.5 out of 5
Price was $1,413, price is now $1,144 per person
$1,144
per person
Nov 7 - Nov 12
found 4 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Harare (HRE) to Durban (DUR)
No reviews
The Oyster Box

The Oyster Box

5 out of 5
Price was $1,507, price is now $1,224 per person
$1,224
per person
Nov 8 - Nov 12
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Harare (HRE) to Durban (DUR)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (297 reviews)
This is the best hotel in the greater Durban metropolitan area.

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025

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Macrorie House Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Macrorie House Museum during your travels in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

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Pietermaritzburg Oval

4/5(1 review)

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KwaZuluNatal Museum

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You can find out about the history of Pietermaritzburg with a visit to statue of Gandhi. Take in the live music and countryside in the area.

statue of Gandhi

Tatham Art Gallery

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Tatham Art Gallery in Pietermaritzburg. Discover the area's countryside and casinos.

Tatham Art Gallery

Pietermaritzburg City Hall

4/5(1 review)

After visiting Pietermaritzburg City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Pietermaritzburg. Wander the gardens or discover the area's countryside.

Pietermaritzburg City Hall

Best Lodging Options Near The Old Prison

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg

3 out of 5
Cnr. Hesketh Drive and New England Rd, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Road Lodge Pietermaritzburg
Bayside Lodge

Bayside Lodge

3 out of 5
157 West St, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Bayside Lodge
Redlands Hotel

Redlands Hotel

4 out of 5
1 George MacFarlane Lane, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Redlands Hotel
Clean,Comfortable & Centrally located Guesthouse

Clean,Comfortable & Centrally located Guesthouse

Pietermaritzburg
Clean,Comfortable & Centrally located Guesthouse
Thembelihle Guest House

Thembelihle Guest House

3 out of 5
3 Milborrow Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Thembelihle Guest House
Ilawu Inn

Ilawu Inn

3 out of 5
111 Chief Albert Luthuli, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Ilawu Inn
Ilawu Lodge

Ilawu Lodge

3 out of 5
18 New England rd, Scottsville, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Ilawu Lodge
Golden Horse Hotel

Golden Horse Hotel

3.5 out of 5
45 New England Road, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Golden Horse Hotel
The Musafer Travel Lodge

The Musafer Travel Lodge

3 out of 5
16 Zeederberg Street, Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
The Musafer Travel Lodge
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