Port Stephens Shell Museum
A charming shell museum at Corlette in Port Stephens with a 4.6 rating across 211 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Port Stephens Shell Museum sits on Sandy Point Road at Corlette, in the beautiful Port Stephens region north of Newcastle. A 4.6 rating from 211 reviews reflects its standing as a charming and distinctive little attraction.
The appeal is a fascinating, family-friendly collection of shells and marine curiosities — a quirky, delightful stop that's a little different from the usual. Its Corlette location, in the popular Port Stephens holiday area, makes it an easy and rewarding visit.
Opening days, hours and entry details can vary. To make the most of your visit, it's worth checking the current opening details directly before you go.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- TuesdayToday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Wednesday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Thursday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Friday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Saturday
- 09:00 – 17:00
- Sunday
- 09:00 – 17:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 81
- Popularity
- 70
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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