Experts' Choice Award Maritime Archeology Museum
What the experts agree on
This compact museum within Galle's old walls showcases underwater discoveries from the harbor's shipwrecks, including artifacts from 13th-17th century vessels. The whale skeleton and tsunami model make it educational despite its small size.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Nestled in the old walls, this small museum is worth a quick look for its skeleton of a Bryde's whale and a very useful model that explains how tsunamis occur" Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Ce musée moderne et bien conçu conte la mémoire engloutie du port de Galle. Inauguré en 2010, il marque l'aboutissement des recherches en archéologie sous-marine entreprises dans la rade..." Full review
