skdel2016
★★★★★5.0Wrote on 30 Dec 2023
A treasure of History, Art & Culture and much more
Founded in 1814 currently under Ministry of Culture near new market esplanade, Kolkata. A must to be visited place for History Lovers, Student and person having interest in increasing knowledge. It is treasure of Human evaluation, Botany and Zoology, Ores and Minerals, Flora and fauna, culture , sculptures and much more. One should go with young children too.
Explore_on_cycle
★★★★★5.0Wrote on 6 Nov 2023
Earliest and Largest Museum
it was founded in 1814 and is one of the earliest and the largest multipurpose museums not only in the Indian subcontinent but also in the Asia-Pacific region of the world. It is the situation in the middle of the Park Street. It has many departments and has a rare collection of fossils, coins, skeletons, ornaments, antiques, historical paintings etc. The architecture is quite impressive. It is a very well-maintained museum and you need almost half a day to explore the whole museum if you are a museum person. Some departments do not allow photography or videography. No need to buy tickets in advance. The ticket price is 75. Washroom is available and there is a cafeteria also inside.
BengaliJamai
★★2.0Wrote on 25 Oct 2023
Lots of interesting pieces but the condition of the museum could be improved
I imagine that this museum was incredible when it was first opened. However, it feels like it it needs to be kept in better condition and have some newer displays
923kunalg
★★★3.0Wrote on 30 Jun 2023
Great collections but in lousy condition
What should I say, I am a museum buff and love to see their collections, and for this reason this place is awesome. Their collection of fossils, art, archaeology and coins are excellent. That's where it ends!!! The place is very run down and the artifacts are not even displayed very well with descriptions. The biggest problem is the lack of air conditioning in a museum of this scale and importance. The entry and building look great from a distance but as u get closer to see the issues, the paint is falling apart, the giant stairs are breaking apart or almost black from soot and dirt over the years. Frankly, this requires investment from the govt or bodies to bring it up to speed with the rest of the world's museums. Its collection can rival the Smithsonian but the apathy and mismanagement is very bad and stark. It can easily become a top attraction in Kolkata but does not want to, they need to increase the measly entry charges and help to build up the place, install ACs , clean it up, paint the place , have better food options, etc.
jaikrish88
★★★★★5.0Wrote on 1 Apr 2023
Must visit place for everyone
It was a wonderful experience. Must visit place in Kolkatta. The entry ticket is affordable price for everyone. They charge 59 for mobile camera. It took around 3 hours for complete visit.
