Museum
Albert Hall Museum
Also known as Central Museum, Jaipur
A grand Indo-Saracenic landmark whose galleries bring together art, crafts and historical objects from Rajasthan and beyond.
About Albert Hall Museum
The Albert Hall is Rajasthan's oldest museum. Its foundation stone was laid during the Prince of Wales's visit in 1876, and Sir Samuel Swinton Jacob designed it in the Indo-Saracenic style, combining Rajput and Mughal domes, arches and screens with a European plan. It opened as a museum in 1887, at the centre of Ram Niwas Garden.
Its galleries hold the state collections of miniature paintings, carpets, pottery, arms, costumes and coins, along with an Egyptian mummy that has long been the most popular exhibit. After dark the building is floodlit, and it's one of the city's best-known night-time sights.
Albert Hall Museum At A Glance
- Location
- Ram Niwas Garden, Jaipur
- Type
- Museum
- Heritage Status
- Historic Indo-Saracenic building
- Entry
- Arranged by your guide on the day
Good To Know
Visiting Albert Hall Museum
Is Albert Hall Museum open at night?
- It keeps evening hours, and the building is floodlit after dark, which is when many people come to photograph it. Hours change, so we confirm them for your visit.
Is Albert Hall Museum worth visiting?
- Yes, for the building alone, and for its collection of Rajasthani art and crafts. Allow an hour, more if you enjoy museums.
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