Sea Shell Museum Chennai: Ticket Price, Booking, Timings, Location, How to Reach

Located 1.5 km away from the Mahabalipuram Bus Station, Sea Shell Museum, Chennai, is a popular tourist attraction. It houses over 40000 species of unique and rare seashells and minerals. This museum offers a visual treat for visitors, including adults and children.

In the Sea Shell Museum, Chennai, you can also find a wide variety of fish and pearls. This museum’s architecture gives an illusion of the sea and its life. There is a shop named Maya Bazaar where you can get different things related to sea life. Snacks and beverages are available on campus.


Sea Shell Museum, Chennai Highlights

Particulars

Details

Name

Sea Shell Museum, Chennai

Location

191/1A2, opposite Five Rathas Street, Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu 603104.

Timings

08:00 A.M to 08:00 P.M. (Monday to Sunday)


Sea Shell Museum, Chennai Ticket Price

Particulars

Price

Shell Museum and Mineral Museum

Rs.200

Pearl Museum, Mamalla Fishing Museum, and Mamalla Fish Museum

Rs.200

Dinosaur Museum and Tricky Art Gallery

Rs.300

Special Combo (including all seven museums mentioned above)

Rs.400

Horror House

Rs. 50

Virtual Reality

Rs. 50

Gaming Arena

As per the game

Fish Spa 

Rs 100 for 15 minutes


Sea Shell Museum, Chennai Online Ticket

Tickets can be purchased directly from the venue. 

Attractions inside the Sea Shell Museum, Chennai

  • Fishing museum 
  • Indian seashell museum
  • Mamalla Fish World
  • Mini Asia and Mineral Museum
  • Pearl Museum
  • 3D Art Gallery
  • Horror Museum
  • Dinosaur Museum
  • Virtual Gaming Arena
  • Maya Bazaar
  • VR Experience


What People Say About the Sea Shell Museum, Chennai

“Wonderful experience, unique collection, and well maintained.” - Ijas PP.

“Good collectibles are available in this museum. This place is unique for people in the Chennai surroundings who love collectibles.” - Akilan Rajendran.

“ Very exhaustive. Dinosaur park and Tricky art gallery need some renovation.” - Charanya Lakshmi.

“ Entry tickets are overpriced. Huge wait in the canteen because of the slow service.” - Prince D.


How to Reach the Sea Shell Museum, Chennai

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Details

Distance

Nearest Airport

Chennai International Airport

56.9 km

Nearest Railway Station

Chengalpattu Railway Station

29.6 km

Nearest Bus Station

Mahabalipuram Bus Station

1.5 km


FAQs

Q: What are the timings of the Sea Shell Museum, Chennai?

A: It is open for visitors from 08:00 A.M to 08:00 P.M.


Q: What is the ticket price for the Sea Shell Museum, Chennai?

A: The ticket price is Rs. 400 to visitall seven museums.

Q: Is there a shop available for purchase in the Sea Shell Museum, Chennai?

A: There is a shop named Mayabazaar within the museum where you can buy things.