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Explore one of the world's largest one-man art collections, featuring global artifacts from Indian sculptures to the famous Veiled Rebecca statue.
Discover what makes this destination truly special
Located on the southern bank of the Musi River, the Salar Jung Museum is a prominent art museum in Hyderabad. It is known for housing one of the largest collections of antiques by a single individual, Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, also known as Salar Jung III. The collection is incredibly diverse, with artifacts sourced from across the globe, including Asia, Europe, and North America. The museum is spread across two floors and 38 galleries, divided into sections like Indian Art, European Art, and Eastern Art.
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
October to January, weekends, and all national public holidays. The museum is a very popular destination for school excursions.
February to March and July to September on weekdays.
April to June on weekdays, primarily due to the intense summer heat in Hyderabad.
Plan ahead with accurate pricing and visiting hours
Indian Visitors
₹50
Per person
Foreign Visitors
₹500
Per person
Opening Hours
10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Open on all days except Fridays and select public holidays. The ticket counter closes at 16:15. The musical clock strikes every hour from 10:00 AM.
Indian Adults: ₹50. Children (5-18 years): ₹20. Foreign Nationals: ₹500. Still camera fee: ₹50. Students with a valid ID card receive a concession. Entry is free for children below 5 years. A free cloakroom facility is available.
Find your way to this destination with ease
Address
Salar Jung Road, near Minar Function Hall, Darulshifa
Coordinates
17.3714, 78.4801
Nearest City
Hyderabad
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) is the nearest airport, about 22 km away. You can hire a taxi or use an airport bus service, which takes approximately ...
Hyderabad Deccan Railway Station (Nampally) is 4 km away, and Secunderabad Junction Railway Station is about 10 km away. Both stations are well-connected to all...
Hyderabad is connected to major Indian cities via National Highways like NH44 and NH65. The museum is easily accessible by road from any part of the city. Inter...
Auto-rickshaws are a common mode of transport. Ride-hailing services like Ola and Uber operate throughout the city. TSRTC city buses offer extensive connectivit...
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
The museum's collection was single-handedly acquired by Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan (Salar Jung III), who served as the Prime Minister of the seventh Nizam of Hyderabad. He dedicated over thirty-five years of his life and a substantial part of his wealth to collecting art and antiques from around the ...
The Salar Jung Museum's primary significance lies in its status as an 'Institution of National Importance' and holding the world's largest one-man collection of antiques. It provides a unique window into the diverse art traditions of India, the Middle East, Europe, and the Far East, all curated by a...
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