Dehradun

Zonal Museum

Open Time : 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Entry : free

Address : Zonal Anthropological Museum, Pearson Road, Forest Research Institute, ONGC, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India

Why to visit Zonal Museum

Dehradun's Zonal Anthropological Museum is located on NH-72. Dehradun is one of the most popular tourist destinations near Delhi. This museum is known as the Zonal Museum and is one of Dehradun's most visited museums.

Highlights of the Zonal Museum:

  • This museum houses a collection of objects relating to mankind's origin, development, and survival on the planet.
  • The museum also features displays of the early inhabitants of the Himalayan foothills, including their origins and social practices.
  • Inside the museum, there are sizable halls where you can see the tools, money, and weapons of survival that the ancient Himalayan people utilized.

  • Beautiful trees and birds all around the area encourage daydreaming and allow you to take in the peace.

  • You can view an enclosure with crocodiles and alligators as well as a section where you can see different kinds of turtles while exploring the museum.

  • Near the exit/entrance, they also built a décor centered around a tree made primarily of plastic bottles.

Entrance fees and timings at Zonal Museum:

  • Entry Fee: Rs. 15.
  • Entry Timings: 10 AM to 1 PM and 2 PM to 5 PM (Second Saturdays and legal holidays)

FAQ on Zonal Museum

How to reach Zonal Museum?

The Dehradun Junction train station, which is well connected to important North Indian towns, particularly New Delhi, is the one nearest to the Zonal museum. Jolly Grant Airport, which serves Dehradun, also receives domestic flights from a number of significant Indian cities. A reliable road network makes it possible to travel by bus frequently to and from Dehradun. For a convenient commute, you may also reserve a private cab through Dehradun's leading vehicle rental agencies.

When is the best time to visit Zonal Museum?

, March to June is the ideal season to explore Zonal Museum. The summertime is when the weather is most lovely and enjoyable. To experience the serene beauty of the Himalayas, one might arrange an exciting getaway to this quaint hill town.

What are the places to visit near Zonal Museum?

Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple (3.0 km) and Mindrolling Monastery (11.6 km)are the places to visit near Zonal Museum

What are the restaurants near Zonal Museum?

Nearby Restaurants includes:

Special Tip

Visitors have to pay a nominal charge, depending on their nationality.

By Abhilasha Prasad

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