The Shell Grotto is one of the world’s most mysterious places: a series of underground rooms and passageways covered by 2000sqft of …
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Jan 15, 2025
We went to Margate last summer and one of the places I think about the most was the Shell Grotto. It's an extraordinary place, a real mystery, and this museum does it justice. You begin in the gift s… Full review by Escapee2001
Nov 24, 2024
Interesting but fairly small attraction, well worth a visit. Cute gift shop too. We parked at the Turner Contemporary and walked across to the grotto. Full review by 800susiep
Nov 3, 2024
It is was smaller than I imagined but still worth the visit, as you enter through the first archway you just say Wow! 4.6 million shells in so many different patterns, it's a shame that the original… Full review by Denise B
Hello. I am disabled and have trouble walking. However, I managed quite easily. Take your time. It is not a "huge" venue and I think you could manage reasonably well. There are …
Hello. I am disabled and have trouble walking. However, I managed quite easily. Take your time. It is not a "huge" venue and I think you could manage reasonably well. There are no exceptional "ups and downs". It is well worth the visit. I suggest you try it. If I can manage - most will! Enjoy your visit. Peter
No. I don't think you can book but as it's such a small (tiny) attraction, you might have to queue at peak times. It was empty when we were there though.
Nov 3, 2024
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