Unearth a Lost World!
Step back in time and uncover a prehistoric adventure millions of years in the making at Dino Dig, St Andrews Aquarium’s hands-on fossil excavation experience for young explorers.
Grab your brush, dig into the sand and see what ancient treasures you can discover. Hidden beneath the surface are real fossils waiting to be found, giving budding palaeontologists the chance to learn through play, curiosity and a little bit of dino-sized imagination.
From the fearsome T. rex to the mighty Triceratops, Dino Dig brings the Age of Dinosaurs to life with fascinating facts, prehistoric discoveries and plenty of chances for children to get stuck in.
Become a Palaeontologist for the Day
Every great discovery starts with a dig.
Children can step into our giant Dino Dig Sand Pit, pick up their excavation tools and carefully brush away the sand to reveal fossils from a world long before humans walked the Earth.
Was it part of a powerful predator? A gentle giant? A creature from ancient oceans? Every fossil has a story to tell — and every little explorer gets the chance to uncover one.
What Can You Discover?
Dino Dig is designed to be fun, interactive and educational, making it perfect for curious children who love dinosaurs, fossils, science and adventure.
Visitors can:
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Explore a hands-on fossil excavation area
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Dig, brush and discover fossils hidden beneath the sand
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Learn fun facts about dinosaurs and prehistoric life
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Enjoy an interactive activity as part of their aquarium visit
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Spark curiosity about ancient animals, fossils and the natural world
A Roarsome Family Day Out in St Andrews
Dino Dig is just one part of your amazing animal adventure at St Andrews Aquarium.
After exploring the prehistoric world, continue your visit and come face-to-face with incredible animals from land, sea and sky, from playful penguins and cheeky meerkats to sharks, rays, reptiles, tropical fish and more.
Whether your little one is dinosaur-obsessed, animal-mad or simply loves getting hands-on, Dino Dig adds something extra special to your family day out in St Andrews.
Learning Through Play
At St Andrews Aquarium, we love helping children learn by exploring, asking questions and discovering something new.
Dino Dig encourages curiosity, confidence and imagination, giving younger visitors the chance to think like real palaeontologists as they uncover fossils and learn about the creatures that once ruled the Earth.
It’s messy, magical and packed with prehistoric fun.
Plan Your Dino Dig Adventure
Dino Dig is included as part of your visit to St Andrews Aquarium, making it a brilliant activity for families, school holiday adventures, weekend days out and young dinosaur fans.
Ready to dig deep and discover something incredible?
Book your visit today and get ready to unearth a lost world at St Andrews Aquarium.