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What to do and see in Mysuru (Mysore), Karnataka: The Best Museums
The kings of the Wodeyar dynasty set the bar high for the southern cultural capital of Mysore. Ornate palaces and the Gothic St. Philomena's Church with its 175-foot spires pack a visual punch; local institutions keep Carnatic classical music and dance in the public eye. A prominent 11th-century temple sits atop 1,000 steps on the city's outskirts. Dress to the nines and party like a rock star in celebration of Mysore heritage during the lively Dussehra festival, held for 10 days in October/November.
Restaurants in Mysuru (Mysore)
1. Sayoga
2. The Hobby Place
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
The Hobby Place is Mysore's one of a kind art studio and experience center offering visitors of all ages a beautiful and friendly place to learn traditional and modern art forms from professional instructors. Apart from the art gallery that encourages local artists to showcase their paintings, sculptures and other art works, we also have walk-in painting, pottery & craft sessions to unwind with your friends and family. At The Hobby Place, we believe everyone's an artist! Our creative space is open for Art Parties, Corporate Team Building Events and workshops. Walk in and experience how fun art can be..
Reviewed By littleyogitraveller - Mysuru (Mysore), India
I was coming to the Hobby Place for pottery classes during my stay in Mysore and I totally fell in love with it! Each of my friends who visited the place loves it as well! My dearest teacher mrs Manju is super kind and cheerful person, she made me enjoy every moment there and create my first clay pots❤️ She puts her heart to her job which is totally her passion! Cannot wait to come back there.
3. Ramsingh's Museum of Mysuru Paintings
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Mysuru style of painting is unique to the old Mysuru kingdom; it probably originated in the 18th century. On the occasion of its Silver Jubilee, Ramsons Kala Pratishtana has established a museum, in the name of its founder, to house the Trust's sizeable collection of Mysuru style paintings. This museum is a tribute to the Wadiyars and the bygone artists who created them.
Reviewed By faizanbaksh23 - Mysuru (Mysore), India
This one gem of a place for art, culture and history enthusiasts! Housed in a 3 floor home very close to Mysuru zoo- every inch of wall here is filled with Mysuru style paintings. If you're lucky you'll have RG Singh and Dharmendra to help you look around and they do a fantastic job of taking you back into history with the stories behind the paintings, the artist's perspective and some unique and interesting facts associated with it. A must visit for people across different ages in Mysuru. Definitely in the top things to do in Mysuru for tourists.
4. Sea Shell Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By curatorofmemories - Hyderabad, India
The museum is on way to Chamundi hills. Plan to spend around an hour here. Photography is allowed. Three sculptures made completely from sea shells is a must see- The Taj, Ganesh statue and Model of Philomena cathedral. On display are flowers made from kitchen discards like garlic flakes and onion skin. A small souvenir shop sells items made from shells at a very reasonable price
5. Chamundeshwari Celebrity Wax Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
What better way to start your Mysuru Vacation than with a picture of your favorite celebrity? The figures are so realistic that you will be able to go home and brag about meeting Sir M Vishweshwarayya, Shikant Datta Vodeyar, Raghavendra Swami, Narendra Modi and more. The museum has over 50 wax sculpctures along with Kids Attractions. What are you waiting for ? Your favorite celebrity is waiting.
6. Rail Road Heritage Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By curatorofmemories - Hyderabad, India
This gallery on Platform-1 of the Mysuru railway station has a nice working railway diorama showing various locomotives working. There is also a realistic scale model of the railway station. There are nice photographs showing the steam meter gauge era of the Mysore railways. You can club this visit along with visiting the railway museum which is located on the other side near platform no-6
7. Folklore Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By CoolTravelFreak - Bengaluru, India
This place has a lot of artefacts ... Cultural artefacts ... The place needs maintenance ... It is located in the Jayalaxmi Palace vicinity ..
8. Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery And Auditorium
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 368 reviews
This place is temporarily closed
Reviewed By Nanakolkata
Jaganmohan palace has a mural, using natural dyes depicts earliest ‘Dushara’ festival. Ground floor has black and white photographs of Wadiyar clan, French musical calendar clock of 19th century and Wooden plaques describing Hindu mythology which are worth admiring. The collection includes paintings, musical instruments, rare period photographs, clocks, weapons, marble busts, furniture, ancient coins and other artifacts of great value and interest. Currently it houses an art gallery and contains galleries dedicated to Raja Ravi Verma, Roerich’s, Chugtai indicates the patronage of art and artists by Wadiyar’s. ‘Lady in Moonlight’ is an unusual masterpiece by Raja Ravi Verma. A galaxy of lady musician with musical instruments by RR Verma caught my eye. Most impressive is a painting entitled ‘Glow of Hope’ by Haldenkar outlines a light shade casted figure of a serene lady holding a lighted lamp in her hands with darken background, symbolizing hope against evil darkness. Chugtai’s paintings has immaculate resemblance of Mughal artistry. Look for Nightangle, Hasarat, and Lady with a parrot. A Self-Portrait of Rembrandt took me by surprise. Shantiniketan School is well represented by Tagore family members. Watch out for Running in Terror [Nandalal Bose]. Many other paintings are of great importance and represent the art and culture of India. Japanese section birds painting on silk, miniature painting of Mughal and Rajasthani styles are also there.
9. Railway Museum Mysore
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 393 reviews
Reviewed By 133divya - Bengaluru, India
We had a wonderful experience to the Railway Museum,Mysore..It has everything to entertain small kids,be it a toy train ride,kids play area,miniature train bogies,cafe,and a shop..It’s a informative place too.. The best part was that it is maintained very nicely..very clean.. A must visit if u r with kids on a trip to Mysore..☺️
