Revi Karunakaran Museum Tourism
Type of destination: Museum
Ideal visit duration: 1 to 2 hours
Closed in: Mondays and certain public holidays
Revi Karunakaran Museum, located in the picturesque coastal town of Alappuzha (Alleppey), Kerala, is a tribute to Revi Karunakaran, a visionary and connoisseur of the arts. It showcases an impressive collection of beautiful artifacts from around the world, collected over three generations of his family, who were prominent coir industrialists in the region. The museum houses a plethora of items ranging from crystal to marble sculptures, fine porcelain, a vast collection of ivory, tanjore paintings, and an antique car. The influence of diverse cultures, including the Dutch, Portuguese, and British colonial era, can be seen through the exhibited items. It symbolizes a seamless blend of traditional Kerala architecture with a modern aesthetic. Stretched over 28,000 square feet, the museum is a marvel for art lovers and history enthusiasts alike, reflecting the opulent lifestyle and patronage of the arts by the Karunakaran family.
Opening and Closing time of Revi Karunakaran Museum
| Monday |
Closed |
| Tuesday |
09:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Wednesday |
09:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Thursday |
09:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Friday |
09:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Saturday |
09:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Sunday |
09:00 AM to 05:00 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 Revi Karunakaran Museum
| Adult |
INR 150 |
| Child |
INR 50 |
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Revi Karunakaran Museum
Tip1
Carry a camera to capture the intricate artifacts.
Tip2
Be prepared for a lot of walking inside the museum.
Tip3
Respect the museum rules and do not touch the exhibits.
Top 5 Reviews on Revi Karunakaran Museum
Odyssey702651
Wrote on 28th Mar, 2023
Very poor interaction with ticket functionary
Online entry price is R150. But the rude, unwelcoming, dismissive ticket collector demanded R350 (tourist rate). No prices posted at ticket office. Rude guy probably pockets the difference. I wad look..
SandhyaMoise
Wrote on 12th Aug, 2022
Interesting museum. Large collection.
Good museum, displays the personal collection. Some really lovely objects including various vintage tanjore paintings, furniture, ivory, porcelain, paintings from various parts of the world, and a vin..
alibathija
Wrote on 30th Dec, 2021
Superb
Superb collection. One of the best private collections I have ever seen. Must visit on your trip. Very rare artefacts in the collections.
VISHALD1102
Wrote on 1st Mar, 2021
IN LIFE FIRST SEEN LIKE THIS ITS REALLY WOW
visited to this musuem but shocked and cant able to imagine the beauty design interior everythings inside this musuem is awesome simply minimum 4 hours we have to spend then only histry will get to kn..
604jaynew
Wrote on 5th Feb, 2020
Beautiful couple of hours, enchanting
An amazing private collection of ivory, porcelain and Swarovski Crystal. Beautifully clean and well presented. I was mesmerised for a couple of hours.
Well worth 350 rupee (£4) entrance fee, probably..
