Odisha State Museum Tourism
Type of destination: Museum
Closed in: Public Holidays, Every Sunday
Odisha State Museum, located in Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha, India, is a repository of the state's history and culture. Established in 1932 by two historians, Professor N.C. Banerjee and Professor Ghanshyam Dash of Ravenshaw College, it was later moved to the current building in 1960. The museum houses a vast collection that includes archaeology, weaponry, art and craft objects, natural history, and an extensive library with palm leaf manuscripts. The array of galleries such as the Epigraphy Gallery, Numismatics Gallery, and the Mining & Geology Gallery provide an in-depth insight into the region's past and present. The architecture of the museum complex reflects traditional Odia style, resonating with the historical significance of the place. It serves as an educational and cultural hub attracting historians, researchers, and tourists from around the world.
Opening and Closing time of Odisha State Museum
| Monday |
Opening Time: 10:00 AM
Closing Time: 5:00 PM
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| Tuesday |
Opening Time: 10:00 AM
Closing Time: 5:00 PM
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| Wednesday |
Opening Time: 10:00 AM
Closing Time: 5:00 PM
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| Thursday |
Opening Time: 10:00 AM
Closing Time: 5:00 PM
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| Friday |
Opening Time: 10:00 AM
Closing Time: 5:00 PM
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| Saturday |
Opening Time: 10:00 AM
Closing Time: 5:00 PM
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| Sunday |
Closed: closed
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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 Odisha State Museum
| Adult |
20 INR |
| Child |
10 INR |
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Odisha State Museum
Recommendations
Check for student discounts with a valid ID card.
Plan to visit the galleries chronologically for a better understanding of history.
Carry a water bottle as the exploration might take time.
Photography might be restricted in certain areas; check for permissions.
Top 5 Reviews on Odisha State Museum
Voyager_Nineteen71
Wrote on 24th Jul, 2023
Average museum
We went to this museum on the last day of our stay at Cuttack. It has different sections and is as such a large museum. It gives a good background of the state's history. But the way in which the expl..
Dream11677585012
Wrote on 7th Jul, 2023
A nice museum
This is a museum with a very extensive collection, but it was not my favorite museum that I visited in Bhubaneswar. There was lots to look at, but the displays weren’t very informative or educationa..
Shivashinde123
Wrote on 30th May, 2023
Secrets of Odisha state museum
This is a great place to know about the history, wildlife, architecture, culture, sculptor artforms of Odisha. It is well maintained and AC ventilated area. There are many different sections, all of w..
jindal1956
Wrote on 31st May, 2022
A must visit place
Whoever going to oddissa must visit the museum . It is in the heart of city and so much knowledge and history. Just amazing.
priyanka_kun
Wrote on 5th Mar, 2022
Must visit for History lovers!
Very beautiful and informative museum with a wide collection of the artefacts and antiques from orissa history. The sections are very nicely segregated. The landscaping outside is also beautiful with ..
