Costs associated with a visit

The Joggins Fossil Institute is a registered charity, which relies upon income generated through on-site fees to ensure that it can provide excellent services and facilities including; monitoring of health and safety on the beach, provide education and interpretation and ensure that the site is protected for future generations.

We try to keep our fees as low as possible to ensure that there are no financial barriers to accessing the property.

We offer three levels of tours, with gallery admission included in the cost.
We offer discounted admission and tour fees for seniors and students, families and groups
Children under 5 visit the site for free
Family Friendly Fridays
Our admissions team will always ensure that you pay the cheapest fee for your party, according to the make-up of your family members.
Tax is included in pricing for Admission/Tours.

Admission and Tours

30 Minute Guided Experience

Includes: all-day access to the gallery and a 30 minute tour of the beach (at low tide) or gallery (at high tide)

Regular $10.50 (tax included)

Seniors* and Students* $10.00 (tax included)

Family* of 3 or 4 $9.50/person (tax included)

Family* 5 or more $9.00/person (tax included)

Check out our Guided Tour Description for more information.

1.5 to 2 Hour Guided Experience

Includes: all-day access to the gallery and a 1.5-2 hour guided beach tour at low tide. Bookings recommended.

Regular $25.00 (tax included)

Seniors* and Students* $24.00 (tax included)

Family* of 3 or 4 $23.00/person (tax included)

Family* 5 or more $22.00/person (tax included)

Check out our Guided Tour Description for more information.

4 Hour Guided Experience

Includes: all-day access to the gallery, a 4 hour guided beach tour at low tide, and a healthy brown bag lunch. Non-refundable bookings required.

Regular $55.00 (tax included)

Seniors* and Students* $45.00 (tax included)

Family* of 3 or 4 $45.00/person (tax included)

Family* 5 or more $45.00/person (tax included)

Check out our Guided Tour Description for more information.

Definition of Family - A multi-generational group of visitors, which includes adults and/or seniors and children.

Definition of Senior - 65+

Definition of Student - K-12 or with valid student card