List of Art Galleries and Museums in Kerala Cities
The state of Kerala is known for its picturesque natural beauty, resplendent beaches and a strong inclination towards culture and religion.
Each of Kerala’s cities
Let’s take a look at some Museums in cities of Kerala
Science and Technology Museum, Thiruvananthapuram
The KERALA STATE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM AND PRIYADARSINI PLANETARIUM in Kerala has been established by the Government of Kerala with an aim of promoting science and technology.
The museum has 9 galleries which include Electrical Gallery, Electronics Gallery, Popular Science Gallery, Mathematical Gallery, Mechanical Gallery, Automobile gallery, Biomedical Gallery, Computer Gallery, Solar Energy Gallery, Others Attractions.
Some of the facilities offered here include Telescopes, Library,
The Science and Technology Museum is also home to the famous Priyadarsini Planetarium which concepts of astrology, etc, are on display.
Science and Technology Museum,
KERALA STATE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM & PRIYADARSINI PLANETARIUM, Vikasbhavan P.O, Thiruvananthapuram – 33
For more information, visit: www.kstmuseum.com/index.php/home
Napier Museum, Thiruvananthapuram
The Napier Museum in Thiruvananthapuram is a famous 19th-century Museum of Kerala which displays the culture and heritage of Kerala.
Here you will find on display beautiful costumes, ornaments, and rare idols, etc. The model of “Tharawad” is also a major attraction.
Napier Museum & Art Gallery,
Napier Museum Compound, near Zoological Park
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala
For more information, visit:
http://www.museumandzoo.kerala.gov.in/index.php/napier-museum
Hill Palace Museum, Kerala
The Hill Palace Museum is Kerala’s largest Archaeological Museum situated at Tripunithura, 12km southeast of Ernakulam.
What was once the official residence of the Kochi Royal family is now one of the most impressive museum complex and heritage museum which includes several interesting paintings, sculptures, as well as old coins, etc.
Hill Palace Museum,
Tripunithura, 12 km southeast of Ernakulam, Kerala
Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, Thiruvananthapuram
The Kuthiramalika Palace Museum, Thiruvananthapuram was built by the King of Travancore. It is a perfect example of exquisite and detailed Travancore style architecture, prevalent during those times.
Today, on visiting the museum, you will be able to see on display several paintings, ornaments
The Kuthiramalika Palace Museum,
Near Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple,
East Fort, Thiruvananthapuram
For more information, visit:
http://www.kuthiramaliga.in/
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery, Kozikhode
Pazhassiraja Museum and Art Gallery, Kozikhode has on display a large number of items including earthenware, old coins, etc and is located at a distance of 5 km from Kozhikode.
The art gallery close by offers a glimpse of the life of Raja Ravi Varma.
Pazhassiraja Museum & Art Gallery,
5 km from Kozhikode, Kerala
Museum of Kerala History, Erunakulam
A visit to the Museum of Kerala History in Erunakulam will give you a glimpse of the history of this region dating back to 2000 years. The sound and light show which takes place here is a major attraction.
Museum of Kerala History
Koonamthai, Ernakulam, Kerala 680024, India
For more information, visit:
https://www.keralamuseum.org/museum-kerala-history
Sree Chitra Art Gallery, Thiruvananthapuram
Sree Chitra Art Gallery displays contemporary Indian Art and paintings by Raja Ravi Varma. In addition, here you will find murals and Chinese, Japanese and Persian art.
Sree Chitra Art Gallery,
Located near Napier Museum,
Thiruvananthapuram
For more information, visit:
https://www.keralatourism.org/destination/sree-chithra-art-galler-trivandrum/225
Maritime Museum
The Maritime Museum gives us a glimpse of the history and evolution of Indian Navy.
Maritime Museum,
Beach Road , South of St. Francis Church,
Fort Kochi
For more information, visit:
https://www.keralatourism.org/destination/maritime-museum/73
In addition, some of the other museums in Kerala are Chacha Nehru Children’s Museum, Tea Museum, Munnar, etc.
Note: This listing is meant for informational purposes only. Please confirm the days and dates on which the museums are closed before visiting them. Prior permission may be required to visit some of these museums. The links to these sites may change without prior notice and we are not responsible for any errors in links.
