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Things to do in Bengaluru, Karnataka: The Best Museums
Known as both the "Garden City" and "The Silicon Valley of India," Bangalore (officially "Bengaluru") is a techie’s paradise, boasting the highest concentration of IT companies in the country. When you’re done geeking out, there are plenty of gardens, museums, natural features, palaces and temples to fill your dance card. Visit Vidhana Soudha, Cubbon Park and the Ulsoor Lake of Bangalore, well known for its beautiful locales and boating facilities. Bangalore is also a major center of Indian classical music and dance, and of vivid, cutting-edge nightlife.
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1. Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,753 reviews
Visvesvaraya Museum is fun for children and adults. It houses a treasure trove of machines and artifacts related to science and technology. Its interactive exhibits make this a great place for children to develop a love for science. There are exhibition Halls on Engines, Electricity, Fun Science, Space, Biotechnology & Electronics. Animated dinosaurs,life-size model of Wright Brothers' flyer and Steam locomotive are other attractions.There are interesting shows like 'Science on a sphere', 'Taramandal', '3d film show' and 'Science show' held at regular intervals. The 'Science for Kids' gallery is the new addition to the Museum. This is a place designed for tiny tots to play unhindered and engage with science.
Reviewed By MeenakshiS406
Good learning for children, school children and even for adults ; as they see the practical way of science. Being it Physics, Chemistry, Geography, History, Mechanical, Electrical. Electronics, Biology, Space Science, etc, etc. Also you can buy student's learning science kits from the store inside the Museum. Certainly the museum will be Memorable, Impressive & Knowledgeable for all visitors. You'll need atleast 3 hours to visit all exhibits in a slow pace,otherwise 2 hours in fast pace.
2. Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 212 reviews
Chitrakala Parishat is a renowned school of art in Bangalore, with an enviable alumni list. Located in a tree-lined campus, CKP — as it is popularly known — has a museum, a store and a gallery worth visiting. The gallery has rotating exhibits while the museum has permanent displays of paintings and crafts. CKP comes alive during its much-awaited fests: the annual Handicraft Mela and the Chitra Santhe (art market), both of which provide outlets for artists and craftsmen.
Reviewed By 73anandk - Bengaluru, India
A nice place in a nice location which helps us unwind from the day to day rat race. Interesting collections and assured peace of mind
3. Mahua Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Mahua Art Gallery is one of India's leading contemporary art gallery. Founded in 2002 by Meenu Jaipuria, Mahua Art Gallery represents remarkable contemporary Indian artists and especially encourages young emerging talent all across the country.
4. Indian Music Experience Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
The Indian Music Experience Museum (IME) is India’s first interactive music museum. Located in JP Nagar, Bengaluru, the IME is a non-profit initiative of the Indian Music Experience Trust, supported by the Brigade Group. The vision of the IME is to introduce the youth to the diversity of Indian music and to preserve India’s rich musical heritage. The IME comprises a hi-tech Exhibit Area, a Sound Garden, a Learning Centre for music education, and several performance spaces. The IME’s work spans across Exhibition, Conservation, Audience Development, Education and Community Outreach. Besides museum visits, the IME hosts a wide variety of public programs.
Reviewed By Inspiration813977
Well researched, interactive, beautifully created and laid out-- this museum is a must-see if you want to learn about Indian music. Laid out across 3 floors, it is recommended to start from the 3rd floor and walk down to the 2nd and then the first and finally back to the ground. The place pulls you in as you get off the elevator and enter the 3rd floor with a lovely animated film and the experience only gets better and better from there. Do stop and hear the music, songs, etc at the interactive displays. Keep at least 3 hours to see the whole museum. There is a cafe and a shop at the ground level and parking in the basement on site. The entry fee is INR 250 for adults and INR 150 for children. Open every day except Monday from 10 am to 6 pm. Kudos to the creators!
5. Peepletree Art Gallery
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
Peepletree is a Fine Art Gallery and Design Studio. Life inspires us and art defines our lives. The world around us, nature, our everyday lives, the beauty, the mundane, the awful, the intricate web of our lives, drive us to create. We love what we do and are here to share what we make, - Art, - in various forms. We invite you to visit our gallery. Enjoy!
6. Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By poojachandak002 - Bengaluru, India
This is a place full of knowledge and is a pure treasure for those who seek an insight to the human species’ evolution. It has a collection of all the remaining found as a proof on the evolution of Karnataka history as well as the century wise enhancement of mankind. The ground floor has all the descriptions of Karnataka history when the Mughals ruled. The first floor is full of mysore style paintings. There is another hall in the building where all the sculptures like the Buddha and Vishnu are kept. Then there is a building dedicated to the excellent work of art produced by Venkatappa. This is a display of all this accolades and art works. One awesome trip to the journey of history of Karnataka and to somewhat human evolution.
7. The Heritage Centre & Aerospace Museum
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4.0 based on 457 reviews
This is India’s first aerospace museum; it offers a glimpse of India’s aeronautical history. Exhibits include life-size models of aircraft, photographs and a chance to use a flight simulator. Exciting for kids and adults alike Ticket is issued upto 4:30 PM Museum is open on all days
Reviewed By Gauravk1944 - Bengaluru, India
Went on a Sunday afternoon and the place had average crowd. The parking was easy and the ticket was just Rs.50 for adults and Rs.30 for Kids. Being afternoon; we were hungry and opted for Snacks from the canteen (particularly Samosa & Paneer Puff) - However; one can opt to carry food and have a small picnic there. In terms of the display; the place has a detailed history about HAL and the fighter jets/planes & helicopters made by the organisation. It also had a display of era wise progress made by HAL over the years and had a hall of fame display too. The kid was enthralled by the life size displays and was extremely excited. Would Strongly recommend this place for family with kids and individuals who have fascination about the Planes. Must visit in Bangalore!
8. Indian Cartoon Gallery
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4.0 based on 7 reviews
9. Jawahar Lal Nehru Planetarium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By vishwakumarmc - Bengaluru, India
JNP is one most visited place for kids and student who are more into Science especially Astrophysics and astronomy. One can go to shows hosted by planetarium to get insight on the planets, star and constellation both in English and Kannada Language. The place is very well maintained and has lots of science object for Kids or students needs to explore them. There is also Astronomy group of member know as ABAA. ABAA(Association of Bengaluru Ameaturer Astronomer) helps people who are serious about astronomy helps and guide them build their own telescope. There are couple session on Sunday by member of ABAA where they discuss about the Astronomy related topics.
10. Cauvery Handicrafts
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 334 reviews
Reviewed By TravellerMentor - Navi Mumbai, India
If you are in MG Road and looking for Handicraft item this is the best place where you can get like lots of IDOLS,mats, Hand made cloths and many more that can give the Amazing experience of shopping.
