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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Mar 23, 2025
What a fascinating and gorgeous place. Millions of shells in intricate patterns from who knows when and who knows why? A fascinating mystery. Really needs to be seen to be believed, I really loved it.Full review by amandacC6752SI
Mar 13, 2025
Interesting grotto, totally weird and bizarre. The map was handy to help you see the sculptures on the wall, love the history of it and how it’s just on a backstreet in Margate! Gift shop was great …Full review by Philip G
Mar 4, 2025
So special place that i marked over 1year and finally got chance to visit that worth enough. Not too crowded but funny/pretty decoration.Full review by iamface
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