Dunedin's Original Crime Walk with Jack the Clicker

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About this activity

HAIR RAISER TOURS— Est. 1999, presents Jack the Clicker's Photographic Crime Walk—created by New Zealand's original pioneer in dark tourism—Andrew Smith.

Jack the Clicker trained under a police photographer and fingerprint expert, gaining first-hand insight into the techniques and practices of forensic photography. This unique background brings a different perspective to Dunedin's darker history, as you explore the city through the lens of your camera or smartphone.

Hear exclusive accounts from those who were there and witnessed it firsthand—from gold rush events and Victorian crime scenes to the forgotten stories of Dunedin's underbelly history.

A few Secrets Remain...While a few locations have been listed in our itinerary, they"re certainly not the whole story. We've kept a few secrets under our hat—some places and surprises that you'll only discover when you join Hair Raiser Tours.

By Day—Jack the Clicker's Photographic Crime Walk

By Night—Curly Jack's Underbelly Crime Walk

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Hair Raiser Tours

Ages: Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Tour includes exclusive entry Dunedin's Ghost Gallery

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Visit Dunedin's old Victorian Gaol and explore the city's dark criminal past. Jack the Clicker has exclusive accounts from those who spent time behind these grim walls.
Stop 2

5 min

Introduction-originally known as Gaol Street, this is where you will meet Jack the Clicker, New Zealnd's original pioneer of dark toursim and keeper of secret locations.
Stop 3

5 min

Visit the scene of one of Dunedin's more unusual murder mysteries. This story includes exclusive eye-wittness accounts.
Dunedin High And District Court

5 min

Discover the secrets behind Dunedin's High and District Court, once the site of New Zealand's first maximum-security gaol-and the location of one of Dunedin's more unusual burial grounds.
The Regent Theatre

5 min

Visit the scene of the mysterious Octagon fires and discover the truth behind the ghost sightings.
Stop 6

15 min

Visit Dunedin's old public library, home to New Zealnd's original Ghost Gallery. Explore historical photographs, artefacts and curious relics from Dunedin's haunted past. It's also your opportunity to pick up a unique keepsake to remind you of your experience with us.
Dunedin Railway Station

Passing by

Explore the darker side of New Zealnd's most photographed building.
Stop 8

10 min

Visit a collection of hidden locations, perfect for capturing the gritty side of Dunedin's underbelly.
Stop 9

5 min

Visit Dunedin's notorious Devil's Triangle, an area steeped in the history of gold miners, brothels, and more.
Stop 10

5 min

Visit Dunedin's old morgue...this one holds a dark secret.
Stop 11

5 min

Visit the infamous Black Dog Alley and uncover the truth behind the folklore.
Stop 12

5 min

An intriguing monument dedicated to Captain William Cargill the first Superintendent of Otago.
Stop 13

10 min

Is lady luck on your side? Discover the habits, superstitions and secrets of early gold seekers and follow in their footsteps.'The Devils Triangle' awaits.