Government Museum, Bangalore
The Government Museum of Bangalore is one of the oldest museums in the country. With great collection of artifacts, it’s one of the best places for art and history lovers to visit. The painting gallery is filled with rare paintings in the Mysore and Tanjore style and few other works in the Rajasthani style. The 18 galleries of the museum house a variety of artifacts ranging from coins, painting to 5000-year-old relics. These have been safely procured from the kingdoms of Mohenjo-Daro, Vijayanagar, and Halebid. The Karnataka State Archeological Department governs the museum and it also comes under the purview of the Directorate of Archaeology and Museums.
Entry Fees of Government Museum
Adult: INR 10
Children: INR 5
The key attraction at the Government Museum
- 600 paintings under Venkatappa Art Gallery
- Sculptures from Hoysala, Nolamba, and Gandhara periods
- Artifacts derived during excavation at Chandravalli, Mohenjodaro, Hampi, and Halebeedu.
- Terracotta artifacts from Mathura (birthplace of Lord Krishna)
- Weapons used by Kodagu warriors
- Model of Tipu Sulthan’s fort at Srirangapatna
How to reach Government Museum
Bangalore Government Museum is situated on Kasturba road inside Cubbon Park and is easily reachable from any place in Bangalore. The Bangalore Government Museum can be reached by using the Bangalore metro to get down at the Cubbon Park Metro station and walking into the park. An alternative is to hail a cab or take the local bus to Cubbon Park.
Distance from nearest airport: Kempegowda International Airport is 36 km away
Distance from nearest bus stand: Majestic Bus stand is 5 km away
Government Museum visiting timings
10:00 am – 5:00 pm (all days except Mondays)
Travel Tip while visiting the Museum
- Wear comfortable footwear to walk around the museum
- Photography is strictly prohibited
Be careful with your valuables
