M-Files – Mittagong Mushroom Dark Tunnel Tour

The Macabre History Tour – Old Gib Tunnel, Mittagong

Step into the shadows of the Old Gib Tunnel in Mittagong for a chilling journey through one of the Southern Highlands most intriguing sites. This guided tour invites you to experience the tunnel’s darker side, where history, hauntings, and eerie folklore intertwine.

Built in the late 19th century as a single-track steam train tunnel for the Great Southern Railway extension, the Gib Tunnel has witnessed countless stories over the decades. Its dank darkness, echoing soundscape, and shifting shadows set the stage for tales of notorious incidents and whispered hauntings that have lingered through time.

During World War II, the tunnel was repurposed as a weapons storage facility, adding another layer of secrecy and unease to its legacy. Today, it is known as one of Australia’s last commercial mushroom tunnels – but even here, the macabre finds its place. You’ll hear unsettling stories of mushrooms used not only in fine dining, but also in sinister folklore, where they were said to summon spirits and demons.

Armed with your own torch, you’ll explore the tunnel’s haunting atmosphere, uncovering its hidden past and eerie legends. This adults-only experience is designed to thrill, unsettle, and fascinate, offering a rare chance to walk through living history while embracing its most mysterious and macabre aspects.

Meeting point: Visitors Information Centre Mittagong.

Online ticket bookings available on the link below.