Ningaloo Centre

A world of natural and cultural discovery

The large, modern and stylish Ningaloo Discovery Centre includes the Ningaloo Visitor Centre, function centre and adjoining aquarium. Inside the discovery centre you’ll find the region’s cultural and natural history brought to life. Learn about the natural processes that formed the region’s wonderworld of marine life and helped it earn World Heritage status. Discover how Exmouth township formed thanks to its role as an American naval base. And find yourself swept up in rollicking tales of early life in the district.

Address:

2 Truscott Cres
Exmouth WA 6707
Australia

Opening Hours
Mon to Fri 8.30am - 5pm; Sat to Sun 9am - 1pm
A slice of America in the North West

Exmouth owes its formation to the US naval communication station established in 1968. At its prime the station supported a population of Americans who sent encrypted messages to United States and...

Whale shark wire artwork

If there’s any one creature for which Ningaloo is famed, it’s the mighty whale shark. These gentle and giant sharks visit the region each autumn. They were also the inspiration for this giant wire...

Take a drive back to Exmouth’s earliest days

Step inside the ‘Red Bus’ to take a virtual drive back in time. Inside you can watch an audio-visual presentation revealing residents’ stories of early life in Exmouth. The residents share memories of...

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Farming history brought to life

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Sharing the language and culture of Australia’s first people

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Farm machinery heaven

Farm machinery enthusiasts will find themselves in heaven among the Bindoon and Districts Historical Society’s collection. A giant, purpose-built shed houses a vast collection of lovingly restored...

Treasure trove of historical records

The City of Greater Geraldton’s Local History Collection holds a treasure trove of material recording the region’s colourful past. From research documents and historical books to photos, oral history...

While you're in the area

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Ningaloo Fly Fishing
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Ningaloo Fly Fishing
Brett Wolf has been a full time fishing guide for over 20 years. After...
exmouth, WA 6707
The Ningaloo Centre
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The Ningaloo Centre
The Ningaloo Centre, situated in the town of Exmouth, is a research...
2 Truscott Crescent, Exmouth, WA 6707
Potshot Memorial
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Potshot Memorial
A visit to the Potshot Monument near Exmouth in the state’s north provides...
via Murat Road, Exmouth, WA 6707
Swim with Whale Sharks
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Swim with Whale Sharks
Every year the world’s biggest fish congregate along the Ningaloo Reef -...
Exmouth, WA 6707