Fascinating Finds at Inverloch’s Shell Museum

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? Inverloch is bursting with adventures, from sandy beach days, pony rides to nature walks and dinosaur discoveries; but one stop that always amazes young explorers is the Inverloch Shell Museum and Bunurong Environment Centre.

Step inside and you’ll find an incredible collection of shells from all over the world, each one with its own story of the sea. The real highlight for kids? The interactive touch table, where curious hands can feel their way through fascinating marine treasures. It’s a chance to get up close with the wonders of our oceans in a way that sparks imagination and learning all at once.

After exploring the museum, families can enjoy the wider Bunurong Environment Centre, which offers hands-on displays and information about our unique local coastline and wildlife and a fabulous gift shop. Don’t forget to measure your wingspan as well! It’s a perfect mix of fun and discovery, one that just might inspire the next generation of marine scientists!

✨ And that’s just the beginning. Inverloch is not just beautiful beaches to play on, it’s full of kid-friendly fun, from playgrounds and fossil hunts to downloadable colouring and scavenger hunt sheets creative rainy-day activities. Check out our Best Bits for Kids Guide to explore even more adventures waiting for your family