Plan Your Visit
Plan your visit
VISITING Hours
- From 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (open continuously).
- The booking/ticket counter closes at 5:15 pm.
- The museum is open every day except Fridays and official closed holidays.
Entry Fee
for Indians. Visitors may need to show ID proof if asked (Aaadhar Card or Passport)
₹ 50/-
for Indians
₹ 20/-
per person. Visitors may need to show ID proof (Passport)
₹ 1000/-
(Mobile)
₹ 50/-
Government School children are allowed free upto age of 14 years on production of ID Card and Authorization letter from School. Kindly show your Photo ID at ticketing counter
Plan a School Visit with us
Under the National Educational Policy, visits to a museum have been encouraged for school children so that they can understand history by engaging with objects and collections directly.
Schools may now book a free-guided-tour and related post visit activity by pre-booking with the Museum by writing to the education department at
educationsalarjungmuseum@gmail.com
Please indicate the following in your request email
- Name and contact details of your school
- Number of students visiting
- Number of teachers vising
- Age group of students
- Number of buses (the museum provides parking for buses)
- Time of visit
- If any child or teacher has any access needs (wheelchair, lifts etc)
School visits last 2.5 hours and include the following
- Viewing of an introductory film on the Museum in the Lecture Hall, eastern Wing
- Museum Highlights Tour
- Post visit activity
- Group Photograph
- The Museum provides a safe and clean area for children to sit and take their lunch (the Museum does not provide lunch)
- Clean Toilets for girls and boys are available for children
City Bus Information
to Reach the Salar Jung Museum
The Museum is easily accessible by road, rail and the metro. The major railway stations, Kachiguda and Nampally, are within three miles of the Salar Jung Museum which is located near the Old City of Hyderabad. The nearest metro sttaion is MGBS (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station). Public transport buses run frequently from all parts of the city to Afzalgunj, which is within walking distance of the Museum.
Secunderabad Railyway Station
Travel to Afzalgunj using bus route numbers
1, 1C, 1J, 1P, 2, 2C, 2J, 2U, 2V, 2Z, 7Z, 8A, 8C, or 8M.
The museum is within walking distance of Afzalgunj.
Metro (Mahatma Gandhi Bus Station (MGBS))
The museum is within walking distance of the station.
Jubilee Bus Station
Travel to Afzalgunj using bus route number 8R. The museum is within walking distance of Afzalgunj.
Nampally Railway Station
Travel to Afzalgunj using bus route numbers
8M, 8R, 8U, 9, 9D, 9E, 9F, 9K, 9C, 9M, 9Q, 9R, 9X, 9Y/F, 65, 65M, or 65S.
The museum is within walking distance of Afzalgunj.
Map & Floor Plan
Plan your visit to explore the timeless treasures of Salar Jung Museum with ease.
Salar Jung Museum is located in the heart of Hyderabad, making it easily accessible by road. Find us on the map alongside nearby landmarks and transport options.
Salar Jung Museum, Dar-ul-Shifa, Hyderabad, Telangana - 500002
MGBS Metro Station (2 km)
Available inside the museum premises at a nominal fee.
Explore the museum across 3 floors.
Ground Floor
First Floor
Second Floor
Visitor Facilities & Services
The Salar Jung Museum offers a range of facilities designed to enhance your museum experience and ensure visitor comfort throughout your visit.
Café
Take a break and enjoy refreshments at the museum café, offering a comfortable space to relax during your visit.
Internet & Wi-Fi Access
Visitors can access internet facilities within designated areas of the museum. Wi-Fi services are also available to enhance visitor convenience.
Museum Shop
Browse a selection of souvenirs, publications, handicrafts, and museum-inspired merchandise available at the Museum Shops on the ground floor.
Audio Guide
Audio guide services are currently unavailable.
Cloak Room
A secure Cloak Room facility (near the ticket counter) is available for the safekeeping of baggage, personal belongings, and restricted items. Visitors are encouraged to deposit large bags before entering the galleries. A nominal fee may be charged.
Restricted Items
Sharp objects, blades, scissors, lighters, matchboxes, and other prohibited items are not allowed inside the museum.
Visitor Amenities
- Drinking water stations
- Restrooms on all floors
- Information and floor maps at regular intervals
- Seating areas throughout the museum
- Directional signage
Seating and Toilets
Seating arrangements have been made for the benefit of the visitors at all important places. Accessible Restrooms and wheelchairs are also provided for people with disabilities (PWDs).
Publications
To meet the needs of scholars, research students and interested visitors, the Museum has been publishing catalogues and guidebooks on important objects and collections. Catalogues on Persian, Arabic and Urdu manuscripts, and special monographs.
Museum publications, including popular leaflets and picture postcards of the collection are sold at the Souvenir Shop located on the ground floor of the Central Block.
Facilities to Scholars
The Museum has a rich collection of printed books and manuscripts in Persian, Arabic and Urdu languages. Scholars are permitted to use the library on request by obtaining passes from the reception counter.
Accessible Museum Experience
The Salar Jung Museum is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all visitors.
Wheelchair Accessibility
The Museum provides wheelchair access to facilitate comfortable movement throughout the premises. Wheelchairs are available for visitors who require assistance during their visit free of charge.
Accessible Restrooms
Specially designed restroom facilities are available for visitors with disabilities.
Visitor Assistance
Museum staff are available to provide guidance and assistance whenever required, helping visitors navigate galleries and access museum services comfortably.
Easy Navigation
Clear directional signage, gallery maps, and information displays are positioned throughout the Museum to support a seamless visitor experience.
Inclusive Facilities
The Museum continuously strives to make its collections and services accessible to visitors of all ages and abilities, ensuring an enriching cultural experience for everyone.
Restricted Items
Sharp objects, blades, scissors, lighters, matchboxes, and other prohibited items are not allowed inside the Museum. Avoid carrying large bags and bagpacks.