Commonly Asked questions
Woodsies Gem Shop and Maze is a family-friendly attraction featuring a
challenging garden maze, a vast collection of gems, fossils, and
carvings, a gift shop, and a café. We also offer gem-cutting
demonstrations and host birthday parties!
We're located at 516 Cureton Ave, Nichols Point VIC 3501. We're open 7 days a week from 9am - 5:30pm.
You don't need to book for general admission to Woodsies Gem Shop and
Maze. You're welcome to drop by anytime. However, if you're interested
in a birthday party package, please contact us ahead of time.
Yes! Well-behaved dogs are welcome in our outside areas. They can
explore our gardens and relax while you enjoy the café. Please keep them
on a leash and clean up after them.
You can call us at (03) 5024 5797 or visit our website for more ways to contact us.
Yes, the maze is fun for all ages! Children will enjoy the challenge, and adults should find it equally entertaining.
The time can vary, but it usually takes about 30-45 minutes to find your way out.
The fastest recorded time is an impressive 1 minute and 39
seconds!
Aladdin's Cave is our extensive private collection of crystals, fossils,
and carvings from around the world. You'll learn fascinating facts
about where different gemstones originate and how they're used.
Demonstrations are held on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11:00am.
The Gift Shop offers a wide selection of beautiful jewelry, fossils, carvings, and unique gifts.
Yes! We're a popular birthday party venue! We have outside dining, a
playground, and birthday party packages for kids to make your
celebration extra special. Contact us for more details.
Yes, we have ample free onsite parking for your convenience.
We strive to be accessible. The garden maze has wide paths suitable for
most wheelchairs, and Aladdin's Cave has step-free access. Our gift shop
and café are also accessible. Please contact us if you have specific
questions or accessibility needs.
While we don't offer a formal identification service, our staff is
knowledgeable about many common gemstones, fossils, and carvings. If
you have a treasure you're curious about, bring it along, and we'll do
our best to help you learn more about it!
While we'd love for you to enjoy Little Kim's Café, you're welcome to
bring your own snacks and non-alcoholic drinks, especially for picnic
areas. Please note that outside food and drinks are not permitted inside
the café.