Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum Tourism
Type of destination: Museum
Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours
Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is located in Pune, the cultural capital of Maharashtra, India. It is a three-story building on Bajirao Road that houses an impressive collection of Indian artifacts curated by Dr. Dinkar G. Kelkar. The museum began as a tribute to his son, Raja, and has since become a repository of nearly 20,000 objects signifying the grandeur of Indian heritage. The collection includes musical instruments, antique jewelry, traditional Indian lamps, war weapons, and a diverse range of household items from the 18th and 19th centuries. The museum showcases a fascinating blend of artifacts from the Mughal and Maratha periods. Each floor gives visitors a unique perspective on the lifestyle, art, and culture of Indians from various regions and eras. Amidst the collection, the centerpiece is the 'Mastani Mahal', reconstructed in the museum, which depicts an original 18th-century palace interior. The museum is not only a treasure trove for history enthusiasts but also for those interested in the aesthetics of folklore and craftsmanship.
Opening and Closing time of Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
| Monday |
Opening: 10:00 AM
Closing: 05:30 PM
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| Tuesday |
Opening: 10:00 AM
Closing: 05:30 PM
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| Wednesday |
Opening: 10:00 AM
Closing: 05:30 PM
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| Thursday |
Opening: 10:00 AM
Closing: 05:30 PM
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| Friday |
Opening: 10:00 AM
Closing: 05:30 PM
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| Saturday |
Opening: 10:00 AM
Closing: 05:30 PM
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| Sunday |
Opening: 10:00 AM
Closing: 05:30 PM
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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 Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
| Adult |
INR 50 |
| Child |
INR 10 |
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
Carry a camera without flash to capture artifacts.
Be prepared to spend a few hours to thoroughly enjoy the exhibits.
Hire a guide available at the museum entrance for a detailed tour.
Visit during the weekday mornings to avoid the crowd.
Top 5 Reviews on Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
LokeshRanka
Wrote on 25th Jul, 2023
Enchanting Time Capsule: Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, Pune
Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum
Date of visit: 15-July-2023
Our family visit to Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum in Pune was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we entered, we were enthralled by the vast..
Voyager115974
Wrote on 22nd Feb, 2023
A Hidden Gem!
An immersive history lesson that threw light on how Indians of the subcontinent lived, loved, cooked, celebrated,decorated,clothed, housed, attacked, defended, travelled, prayed and performed. A histo..
159manik
Wrote on 3rd Jan, 2023
Just some knowledge
Located very interior to city, we have get here by our own means of transport, local bus stand is far away, just a casual visit can be happened nothing special
GautamP19
Wrote on 29th Nov, 2022
Excellent Collection
If you're on a visit to Pune, this is one of the best places for history buffs. Although this was a private collection of Raja Dinkar Kelkar, it was donated to government to make it into Museum.
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Akshay345
Wrote on 8th Feb, 2021
A good glimpse of Indian history
From the outside, it appears to be a small museum but once inside there are multiple floors (Lift is also available). There are good artefacts at display and arrangement of these is as per internation..
