DUNEDIN GHOST TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Curly Jack’s Underbelly: A Night Walk Through Dunedin’s Devils Triangle
A focused, 90-minute guided walk with Mr. Smiff that traces Dunedin’s darkest deeds and ends with a spine-tingling after-dark visit to the Old Gaol — this guide explains what to expect.
Curly Jack’s Underbelly: A Night Walk Through Dunedin’s Devils Triangle.
Join Mr. Smiff on a gritty, 90-minute stroll through Dunedin’s notorious 'Devils Triangle,' a compact urban route that lays bare the city’s history of crime and punishment and culminates in an after-dark visit to the Old Gaol where the Victorian gaoler awaits.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Old Gaol After Dark
The tour culminates in a spine-tingling visit inside Dunedin’s Old Gaol after dark, featuring the story of the Victorian gaoler who is central to the finale.
Dunedin’s ‘Devils Triangle’
The walk threads through the area known locally as the 'Devils Triangle,' unpacking the city’s seedy past and notable episodes of crime and punishment.
Mr. Smiff and Hair Raiser Tours
Led by Mr. Smiff and operated by Hair Raiser Tours, the experience is presented as an explosive, narrative-driven evening stroll into Dunedin’s underbelly.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
This is an intense, storytelling-led 90-minute walking tour: a gritty stroll through streets framed as Dunedin’s 'Devils Triangle,' ending with a dramatic, after-dark entry to the Old Gaol and an encounter with the Victorian gaoler.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who might hesitate.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs for approximately 90 minutes and includes an after-dark visit to the Old Gaol.
Operated by Hair Raiser Tours and led by Mr. Smiff.
A walking route through Dunedin’s 'Devils Triangle' that concludes at the Old Gaol.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is THE DUNEDIN CRIME TOUR?
The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Who leads the tour?
The walk is led by Mr. Smiff and operated by Hair Raiser Tours.
What area does the tour cover?
The walk goes through Dunedin’s 'Devils Triangle' and covers the city’s history of crime and punishment.
Does the tour include access to the Old Gaol?
Yes — the experience culminates in a visit to the Old Gaol after dark.
What is the theme or focus of the tour?
The tour is a ghost/crime-themed walk exploring Dunedin’s darkest deeds and the Victorian-era stories tied to the Old Gaol.