Shimla

Himachal State Museum

Open Time : 10am - 5 pm

Entry : paid

Address : Himachal State Museum, Museum Road, Chaura Maidan, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India

Website : himachalstatemuseums.in

Phone : 0177 265 9943

Why to visit Himachal State Museum

The museum, which was constructed in a Victorian-era style with expensive lawns all over the area, provides a calm and tranquil atmosphere.You can take a quick stroll in the verdant garden or snap a photo of some intriguing antiquities. There is also a lovely collection of miniatures from India.

What to see there?

•The museum's collection of prehistoric artefacts, which includes stone carvings from the eighth century.

• You can view the way of life and culture of the people who live in the Himalayas in the painting area.

• Additionally, there are religious paintings, contemporary paintings, Mughal paintings, and Rajasthani paintings.

History of the museum

The Himachal State Museum, which has a colonial history, was once Lord William Beresford's home, he served as Lord William Bentick's military secretary. Later, the mansion then became the residence of various Indian government leaders after the independence.

Museum's Tickets and Timings

  • The museum remains closed on Gazetted holidays. It is open for tourists on all days except Monday.
  • The entry fee to visit the museum is approx INR 20/-  per person for Indians and approx INR 100/- per person for foreigners. Check out the availability of tickets online.

FAQ on Himachal State Museum

How to reach Himachal State Museum?

The closest station to Shimla, which is just 1 km from the Himachal State Museum, is Shimla Railway Station. To get to the Queen of Hills as quickly as possible, take a direct flight from Chandigarh or New Delhi Airport to Jubbarhatti Airport. Shimla can also be reached by car. If you're staying in the town's centre, you might choose to walk there and back to discover the area's hidden beauty.

How much does Himachal State Museum entry fees costs?

The entrance cost to the Himachal State Museum in Shimla is around INR 100 per person for foreign visitors and INR 20 per person for Indians. Every day, excluding Monday, from 10 am to 5 pm, it is accessible to travellers.

What hotels are near Himachal State Museum?

Hotels near Himachal State Museum: (0.15 km) Hotel Himanis Resort (0.07 km) The Royal Vista (0.08 km) Shimla Youth Hostel

What restaurants are near Himachal State Museum?

Restaurants near Himachal State Museum: (0.03 km) La Pino'z Pizza (0.04 km) Dimsum (0.05 km) Hide Out Cafe

Special Tip

Be careful with your possessions, especially expensive items like wallets, cameras, and cell phones. You'll need to travel a lot to visit the entire museum's grounds, so wear suitable walking shoes.

By Aryan Prasad

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