Guided West Virginia Penitentiary Tour in Moundsville
Explore prison history from recreation yards to notorious cellblocks
Duration
90 mins
Includes
Guided tour, Cellblock visits
Highlights
Walk through a gothic-style penitentiary on a guided tour that combines history, art, and insight into the justice system.
- Explore the recreation yards and both visitation rooms
- See the new cafeteria that resulted from the riot of 1986
- Enter the cellblocks of "New Wall" and "The Alamo," which once housed the most dangerous and violent inmates
Important details
- Requires climbing stairs and walking outdoors
- For the 3:00 pm tour, arrive at least 15 minutes early for check-in. The tour starts at 3:00 pm, when the front gate locks and the gift shop closes. If you're late, you'll miss the tour.
Cancellation Policy
All tickets and payments are non-refundable. You may transfer tickets to another date or time during the operating season. History Mystery Monday tickets may only transfer to another Monday. Tuesday through Sunday tickets may only transfer to another Tuesday through Sunday.
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FAQs
Dress for the weather. The penitentiary has no heat or air conditioning and can be extremely hot in summer and extremely cold in winter.
Yes, you may bring non-alcoholic beverages to stay hydrated during the tour.
Yes, cameras are allowed and encouraged.
Meeting details
West Virginia Penitentiary gift shop, 818 Jefferson Avenue, Moundsville, WV, 26041