Kutch Museum Tourism
Type of destination: Museum
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Closed in: Every Monday and Public Holidays
Kutch Museum, originally known as the Fergusson Museum, is the oldest museum of Gujarat, located in Bhuj, Kutch, India. Founded by Maharao Khengarji III in 1877, this museum was established to commemorate the wedding of the then Prince of Wales, Edward VII. The museum's Italian Gothic architecture is a blend of European influence and local craftsmanship. Its collection is significant, consisting of various artifacts that showcase the history and culture of the Kutch region. The exhibits include a rich collection of Kutchi script inscriptions, various archaeological findings, fine examples of the local Kutchi embroidery, ancient coins, musical instruments, sculpture, and a section devoted to tribal cultures. The Kutch Museum also has an impressive collection of arms and specimens of various crafts of the Kutch region. The museum provides deep insights into the ancient civilization and the social, cultural and historical fabric of this part of Gujarat.
Opening and Closing time of Kutch Museum
| Sunday |
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Monday |
Closed |
| Tuesday |
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday |
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday |
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday |
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM - 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Kutch Museum
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Tips when you are visiting to Kutch Museum
Tip1
Photography may not be allowed inside, check for permissions.
Tip2
Visit during non-peak hours to avoid crowds.
Tip3
Hire a guide or use an audio guide to enhance your experience.
Top 5 Reviews on Kutch Museum
Anuradha777
Wrote on 13th Jan, 2023
Small, badly maintained museum
It’s a small museum, with a few artefacts, which mostly lack any written information. In the absence of description it’s not worth visiting. More attention is needed so that more people visit such..
kutchexpeditions
Wrote on 27th May, 2020
Oldest Museum
don't miss if you like art and artifacts! oldest museum of gujarat built in 1870s. built on main road just opposite the beautiful lake. Still more to come as some galleries are awaiting to open
FennKualaLumpur
Wrote on 1st Mar, 2020
Lovely pieces but sadly neglected
Enjoyed my visit to the museum, in a beautiful building. It would be lovely if a retired group of people became the Friends Of The Museum and cleaned it up, it seems such a pity to let it get to this..
MelissaDsouza
Wrote on 18th Feb, 2020
Museum
You have entry fee as 5 rs, it has history of why it's named as kutch and they have all different types of material from which they make their clothes..you can visit this place if history is a subject..
cagauravj2018
Wrote on 4th Jan, 2020
No regret if you give it a miss
The museum is near to Swaminarayan temple, entry fee is Rs. Five for adults and Rs. 2 for kids. There is nothing much too see in this museum. They have put some old rocks and pictures. Visit time is a..
