Operating day: Daily

Operating time: 08.00 - 18.00

 

This museum is located near Rawai Beach on the island's southwestern shores. The emphasis is on shells from Thai waters, which are among the most sought-after by collectors; however, shells from every part of the world are featured.

 

There are numerous rarities and freaks including the world's largest golden pearl (140 karats), large sections of sedimentary rock containing shell fossils, and a shell that weighs 250 kilogrammes.

 

The Museum is open daily from 08.00 a.m. till 07.30 p.m. Admission is 200 Baht for adults and 100 Baht for children. Tel. 0 7661 3678, 0 7661 3789, 0 7661 3666.

 

How to get there By Songtaew route Rawai beach , fee 30 baht.