Warrnambool - Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village
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The Shipwreck Coast of Victoria has a rich maritime history. The spectacular coastline is the final resting place of over 180 wrecks along our beautiful and wild coastline.
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village is both a museum with Australia's richest shipwreck collection and an 1870's village located on the state heritage listed and still operating Lady Bay Lighthouse precinct. The village provide a glimpse into the maritime lifestyles and trades of the 1870's era, the peak of Australia's maritime heritage.
Flagstaff Hill Maritime Village allows you to experience this dramatic part of our history.
- Begin your voyage of discovery through a multi screen theatre that takes you on a voyage in the late 1800's through the roaring southern ocean;
- Explore the Great Circle Gallery museum area that displays our state significant shipwreck artefect collection;
- Be amazed at the personal stories linked to the Victorian Heritage Registered Minton Loch Ard Peacock, Australia's most valuable shipwreck artefect (Valued at $4m)
- Walk through the streets of our village and see the many trades and lifestyles of a maritime village in the 1870's period;
- Meet some of the 120 volunteers that work in the various buildings and research areas to learn more about the history of our region;
- Climb the heritage listed Lady Bay Lighthouses Open Daily;
- See special exhibitions of our rare collection pieces;
- Take in beautiful views over Lady Bay whilst enjoying old fashioned Devonshire Teas in our Stella Maris Tearooms
Opening Hours:
Show Times and Operating Days
Cost:
General Admission and Shipwrecked Show prices
Access for Dogs:
Pets, including dogs are not permitted on-site at Flagstaff Hill at any time. Assistance dogs permitted with supporting credentials.
Location
Merri Street, Warrnambool 3280 Map
✆ (03) 5559 4600 / 1800 556 111
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Web Links
→ www.flagstaffhill.com
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