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# Museums in Kolkata

## Quick answer

Indian Museum is the museum to see in Kolkata. World Museum Guide covers 1 museum in Kolkata, India, with verified admission prices, opening hours and how long to allow for each. Check each guide for prices and free days.

Visitor information last reviewed 30 June 2026. Check the official museum site for current details.

## Visitor guide

### [Indian Museum](https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/indian-museum-kolkata/)

History & Archaeology · Best for history enthusiasts & art lovers

Founded in 1814 by the Asiatic Society of Bengal, the Indian Museum in Kolkata is the oldest museum in India and one of the oldest in the world. Its grand colonnaded building on Chowringhee Road has been Kolkata's principal repository of art, archaeology, and natural history for over two centuries.

₹500 foreign visitors · ₹50 Indian nationals · ⏱ 2–3 hours · Closed Mondays

## Museums in Kolkata: FAQs

### What are the best museums in Kolkata?

Indian Museum is the museum to prioritise in Kolkata — Founded in 1814 by the Asiatic Society of Bengal, the Indian Museum in Kolkata is the oldest museum in India and one of the oldest in the world.

### How many museums in Kolkata does World Museum Guide cover?

World Museum Guide covers 1 museum in Kolkata, India. Each guide lists admission, opening hours, highlights and how long to allow.

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