West Virginia Penitentiary Tours

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818 Jefferson Ave
Moundsville, WV 26041

West Virginia Penitentiary Tours in Moundsville, established in 1866 and closed in 1995, provides visitors with a unique opportunity to explore a historic former state penitentiary through day tours, paranormal investigations, and escape rooms.

Experience the rich history and eerie atmosphere of this iconic landmark by booking a tour today and uncovering the mysteries that lie within its walls.

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Kathy H.
9/13/2025

So much history. Greg was our tour guide and he does an amazing job. He has a lot of knowledge about this place. We had a great time, we learned a lot. Although we didn't see any manifestations,...

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Amanda M.
11/29/2023

Awesome tour! I hope you get Lee as a guide. He did a great job making the tour fun and educational. You get to the explore the north and south wings, cafeteria, rec yards, and the main entrance...

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Krys J.
5/29/2024

11am Wednesday tour. $33.90 for 2 adults. About 18 people on our tour. Tina was great! Knowledgeable and funny! Worth the stop.

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Warren D.
12/3/2021

Date of visit: 11/26/21 You should have seen the looks people gave me when I told them that I was touring a penitentiary in West Virginia! A friend found this interesting gem for our overnight...

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Suzanne P.
7/21/2023

Such a fun tour and a pretty amazing sight. I love the 90 minute dog and kid friendly tour.

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