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A museum in Delhi showcasing the life and principles of Mahatma Gandhi through personal artifacts, photographs, and documents.
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The National Gandhi Museum in Delhi is a comprehensive institution dedicated to the life and principles of Mahatma Gandhi. Located opposite the Raj Ghat memorial, the museum offers a quiet and reflective journey through the significant moments of India's independence struggle, led by Gandhi. The galleries are organized chronologically, beginning with his childhood and moving through his time in South Africa, his return to India, and his pivotal role in the freedom movement.
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
October-February, weekends, and national holidays like Gandhi Jayanti (2nd October).
March, September, and weekday afternoons during the tourist season.
April-June due to extreme heat, and July-August during the monsoon season.
Plan ahead with accurate pricing and visiting hours
Indian Visitors
Free
No entry fee
Opening Hours
9:30 AM — 5:30 PM
Open on all days except Mondays and national holidays. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
Free entry for all visitors. Donations are welcome.
Find your way to this destination with ease
Address
Raj Ghat, New Delhi, Delhi 110002
Coordinates
28.6389, 77.2461
Nearest City
Delhi
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is the nearest airport, located about 20 km away. A taxi or the Airport Express Metro line can be used to reach the ci...
New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) is about 5 km away, and Old Delhi Railway Station (DLI) is about 4 km away. Both are major railway hubs with excellent connecti...
The museum is located on Mahatma Gandhi Marg (Ring Road), making it easily accessible by road from any part of Delhi and the surrounding NCR region. Public buse...
The Delhi Metro is the most efficient way to travel. The closest stations are Delhi Gate and ITO on the Violet Line. Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are comm...
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
Following Mahatma Gandhi's assassination in 1948, a concerted effort began to collect and preserve items related to his life. The museum was first established in Mumbai before being moved to various locations in Delhi. In 1957, the collection was shifted to a mansion near Kota House. Finally, the pr...
The National Gandhi Museum holds immense national significance as a primary repository of Mahatma Gandhi's memory and legacy. It serves as a crucial educational center, preserving and disseminating his philosophy of 'Ahimsa' (non-violence) and 'Satyagraha' (truth-force). The museum's collection of o...
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