Victorian Maritime Centre,

Fascinating to find out more about our military history, please support the volunteers at the maritime museum in their dream to have the Otama relocated to the marina so we may all experience this sub

Went here today with my whole family, both the kids and my wife loved it. Great atmosphere and the staff was very friendly and helpful. There are interesting displays of history, weaponry and memorabilia. Definitely recommend to anyone interested in the Royal Australian Navy.

Deserves to be better known! If not for spotting the mysterious silhouette of the Sub on a misty day from Jack's Beach - I would have had no idea that this treasure trove maritime museum existed. Definitely worth a visit but be prepared to spend a few hours to peruse & read info boards - there is a fair bit here. Visited recently on Sat 27 June 20. The esplanade road leading to the Museum is pretty quiet/desolate with no view of the bay as it is obscured by nature reserve for kms.There is a long covered passageway on entry (simulating a submarine) on the left that has a video presentation of subs in action during WW1 & 2 which one must see to appreciate the crucial role they played in wartime & peacetime surveillance.While the building itself is a well worn relic with antiquated toilets to match - it is well maintained & run by the Western Port Oberon Assoc. volunteers who are very dedicated. One friendly volunteer will give you a brief tour on the weekends when it is open. With Covid restrictions - it might be best to contact the Assoc before visiting.While the museum is not huge - the replicas of HMAS Otama & other Navy vessels are pretty extensive. There are actual exhibits outside as well. Definitely recommend - affordable $5 entry fee. Take as many pics as you like. If you have time - drive 200 metres away & walk 10 mins along the unsealed path (veer right at fork) to the bay to view HMAS Otama sub. Sadly - this grand dame has been rusting in the bay since 2001 due to lack of funds to renovate & exhibit above ground. It is one of 3 last remaining Oberon class attack sub in Aust.

The HMAS Otama is a retired Oberon class submarine that is moored off Crib Point. There are plans to turn it into a museum but it is currently moored in the ocean while waiting for approval.Getting there requires a 5min walk from the car park on a trail. While easy, visitors should wear shoes for a more comfortable walk.The beach where you can view the submarine is rocky and has uneven footing so care should be taken.After viewing the submarine, you can head over across the street to the Maritime Museum to view other naval artifacts and learn more about the history of the Otama.

Excellent variety of museum quality displays. A very well set out museum and it's a shame it isn't better funded. Props to Dave who showed us around. Such a proud man of the museum and his own naval background.

Good to see a old submarine

Awesome submarine with cool history, hoping that they take it ashore, fix it up and give it a museum

Informative displays and knowledgeable and friendly staff make this a great attraction, that most people don't know about. They deserve some Fed / State funding to preserve the naval and maritime history. Would be a top class attraction if they got the funding to get the sub to the new Hastings site which would draw lots of people who otherwise wouldn't know about this place (and the sub anchored offshore of course).

Had a great time at the museum so much information. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers sharing their experiences and keeping alive history for everyone those also that lived through the times giving connection through moments remembered of a life lived by those suffering alzheimers where long term memory also holds so much knowledge and experience to be shared. Thank you.

Great when fishing off your boat lol, caught flathead snapper and KG whiting at this location :-)