What to do and see in Bangalore District, Karnataka: The Best Museums

October 6, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Discover the best top things to do in Bangalore District, India including Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat, Mahua Art Gallery, Indian Music Experience Museum, Peepletree Art Gallery, Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum, The Heritage Centre & Aerospace Museum, Indian Cartoon Gallery, Jawahar Lal Nehru Planetarium, Cauvery Handicrafts.
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1. Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

5216 Kasthurba Road Cubbon Park, Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru 560001 India +91 80 2286 6200 [email protected] http://www.vismuseum.gov.in/
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4.5 based on 1,753 reviews

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

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

Kumarakrupa Road, Bengaluru 560020 India +91 80 2226 1816 http://wtdonxt.com/karnataka-chitrakala-parishat/
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4.5 based on 212 reviews

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishat

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

344/8 Above Vijaya Bank 4'th Main Road Bangalore 560080, Bengaluru 560080 India +91 72590 37535 [email protected] http://www.mahuagallery.com
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Mahua Art Gallery

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

Brigade Millenium , JP Nagar , 7th Phase Opp Woodrose Club, Bengaluru 560078 India +91 80 4090 8054 [email protected] http://www.indianmusicexperience.org
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4.5 based on 33 reviews

Indian Music Experience Museum

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!

269 17'th Cross Road Sadashivanagar, Bengaluru 560080 India +91 98457 53937 [email protected] http://www.peepletree.in
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Peepletree Art Gallery

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!

Kasturba Road Cubbon Park, Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru India http://vagforum.in
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4.0 based on 82 reviews

Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum

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

HAL Old Airport Rd Near HAL Police Station, Sector 3, Marathahalli, Bengaluru 560037 India +91 80 2231 8341 [email protected] http://hal-india.co.in/Heritage%20Centre%20and%20Aerospace%20Museum/M__20
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4.0 based on 457 reviews

The Heritage Centre & Aerospace Museum

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!

No1, Midford House, Midford Garden, Off Mg Road, Bengaluru 560046 India +91 99986 76916 http://www.bluesignprint.com
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4.0 based on 7 reviews

Indian Cartoon Gallery

9. Jawahar Lal Nehru Planetarium

Venkatappa Road, Bengaluru 560052 India +91 80 2226 6084 http://www.taralaya.org
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4.0 based on 244 reviews

Jawahar Lal Nehru Planetarium

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

49, Mahatma Gandhi Rd Halasuru, Bengaluru India +91 80 2558 1118 http://www.cauveryhandicrafts.net
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4.0 based on 334 reviews

Cauvery Handicrafts

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.

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