Albert Hall Museum
One of the finest museums in India and the best of Royal Rajasthan is Albert Hall Museum in Jaipur. With a splendid architecture of Indo-Saracenic style, Albert Hall Museum enthralls every visitor with its intricately designed walls, aesthetically designed courtyards and pillars. Since its inception in 1887, Albert Hall Museum has seen the influx of collections and now it has more than 24,000 exhibits show casing the rich culture and vibrant history of Rajasthan and the other regions of India.
Prominent Attractions of Albert Hall Museum:
The veritable Albert Hall Museum is home to diversified collections of paintings, weapons, arms, tribal art, sculptures, clocks used during different periods, musical instruments which are the perfect testimony to the art forms prevailed during the Rajput dynasty and jewelry. The list goes on and Albert Hall Museum has never failed to impress the visitors with its wonderful collections.
Getting There:
Jaipur is one of the most prominent tourist destinations in Rajasthan and the entire Jaipur city is listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Albert Hall Museum is located at just 2kms from the most popular Hawa Mahal.
Best Time to visit:
Early November to February will be the height of the tourist season to Jaipur to experience the pleasant climate prevailing around.
Entry Timings:
Albert Hall Museum is open to public between 9.00AM to 5.00PM. Please note the museum is closed on Republic Day(January 26), Dhulandi (falls in 1st or 2nd week of March)and Last Tuesday of every month(Except February).
City Palace Museum
One of the cultural icon of Royal Rajasthan is City Palace in Jaipur. Marvel the architectural grandeur of the palace turned into the present day museum speaking about the rich heritage of the bygone eras of Rajput dynasty well known for the bravery. It is surprising to know the other half of the museum named Chandra Mahal is where the Royal family of Rajasthan still resides.
Highlights of City Palace Museum:
City Palace Museum exhibits the blend of different architectural styles including Rajasthani, Mughal and European Styles. The gorgeously decorated gates, massive silver urns are the prominent attractions. The entire museum is arranged into different thematic sections like textile, art, arms and you get to visit temples as well. The dining area is yet another wonderful area named as “Baradari”. Take back some souvenirs in the shop and cherish the memory of this exquisite museum.
Getting There:
Being a very popular tourist destination, Jaipur can be easily accessed using all modes of transport and Jaipur has its own international airport with good connectivity.
Best Time to Visit:
Plan your visit to Jaipur between November and February to get the epitome of experiences in this pink city.
Entry Timings:
City Palace Museum is kept open to public on all days except the listed Indian National Holidays. The timings will be from 9.30 AM to 5.00PM and 5.30PM to 10.30PM.
Entry Fee (In INR):
Indian Visitors:
All Palace Courts, Galleries, Camera(Still and small video without tripod):
Children below 5 years – Free
Children from 5- 12 years – 70
Adults – 130
All Palace courts, galleries, royal cenotaphs, Camera(Still and video without tripod):
Children below 5 years – Free
Children from 5- 12 years – 100
Adults – 190
Museum @ Night:
Sculpture Lumiere, all palace courts, galleries, Camera(Still and small video without tripod), audio guide, discount at Baradari Restaurant:
Children below 5 years – Free
Children from 5- 12 years – 220
Adults – 450
Special Ticket:
Access to private rooms in Chandar Mahal, personal guide , Camera (Still and video without tripod):
Children below 5 years – Free
Children from 5- 12 years – 1500
Adults – 2500
International Visitors:
All Palace courts, galleries, royal cenotaphs, Camera(Still and video without tripod):
Children below 5 years – Free
Children from 5- 12 years – 300
Adults – 500
Museum @ Night:
Sculpture Lumiere, all palace courts, selected galleries, Camera(Still and small video without tripod), audio guide, discount at Baradari Restaurant:
Children below 5 years – Free
Children from 5- 12 years – 450
Adults – 900
Special Ticket:
Access to private rooms in Chandar Mahal, personal guide , Camera (Still and video without tripod):
Children below 5 years – Free
Children from 5- 12 years – 1500
Adults – 2500
Government Museum @ Jaisalmer
If you have a passion to rewind the history and take a tour to get deeper insights, then the Government Museum in Jaisalmer of Royal Rajasthan will be the ideal choice. Rajasthan, the all-time favorite tourist destination for the global travelers never fails to impress the visitors with the magnificent forts, palaces, deserts, fairs and festivals. The museums are also in the list taking visitors back in time to the bygone eras which were once the pinnacle of culture, tradition and heritage along with the never ending tales of brave Rajput dynasties.
What to see in Government Museum of Jaisalmer?
Witness the huge collections of woods and fossils. The rarest sculptures frozen with time are worth visiting this museum. Being geographically very close to Pakistan border, the museum houses a war plane captured by Indian forces during the war between India and Pakistan.
Getting There:
Jaisalmer is a renowned tourist destination and you have ample facilities to reach the destination. The museum has a nearby landmark called Moomal hotel.
Entry Timings:
The museum is kept open from 10.00AM to 4.30PM. Please note the museum is closed on Fridays.
