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Shimla Museums

Shimla State Museum, Shimla Heritage Museum, Army Heritage Museum, Image Art Gallery, Baba Bhalku Rail Museum, Town Hall, and many more.

Shimla the Queen of Hills fairly boasts of its attraction as a tourist place due to the
Shimla museums that stand tall as prominent heritage sites of the state. Besides mesmerising natural beauty and several colonial buildings, museums are the places you should not miss out on your trip. It is one of the best ways to know about the city’s bygone past and its rich culture from the weapons, manuscripts, coins and other artifacts preserved carefully in the museums.

There are a host of museums in Shimla that are of historical importance as each has its own piece of history attached to its credit. If you are looking for something deeper and state-of-the-art head to the prominent museums in Shimla that have glorious annals of heroes at war to their credit. The Shimla Heritage Museum or the  Bhuri Singh Museum are the places of learning Shimla’s political history. For art enthusiasts, the Image Art Gallery or Uruswati Himalayan Folk Art Museum are ideal venues to explore the cultural side of Shimla.

Here is a list of museums in Shimla:

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Shimla State Museum

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Situated at a distance of 2.5 kilometres from Scandal Point, Shimla State Museum is a must-visit among Shimla Tourist Places. Dating back to the colonial times, the museum was once the private residence of Lord William Beresford.

At the moment, Shimla State Museum boasts of a vast collection of ancient sculptures, photographs, artworks, and coins collected from all the country. The museum library houses over 10,000 books, magazines, and journals that represent the historical importance and cultural diversity of Shimla as well as the rest of India. Among the many collections in the museum, one can find dedicated displays on sculptures, jewellery, history, as well as textiles and many more.

Suggested length of visit: 2 hours

Timing: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, All days except Monday

Location: Chaura Maidan Rd, Chaura Maidan, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171004, India

Cost: INR 10 for Indians, INR 50 for foreigners

Distance from Shimla bus stand: 1.9 kilometres

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Army Heritage Museum

This heritage museum is a part of Annandale and is located near the Ridge. Your Shimla trip is incomplete without spending a picnic around this spot. It displays a range of collectibles which are mostly associated with the Indian Army. and it is one of the best places around Shimla.

You will find life histories of great Indian warriors, old weapons, and ammunition, all kept and preserved well cases.

Suggested length of visit:
An hour.

Timing:
10 AM to 2 PM and 3 PM to 5 PM on all days of the week.

Location:
Annandale Rd, Annandale, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, 171003, India

Cost:
Free of cost.

Distance from Shimla bus stand:
Around 3 KM.

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Baba Bhalku Railway Museum

This museum is your best deal to gain knowledge on the reasons of construction of rail line in Shimla. There are several displays of machines and engines. Things like umbrellas, coats, and caps are exhibited in the museum which belongs to the time when the rail line was constructed and these were left in the waiting room. 

You will come across many interesting stories related to this construction which was life-changing for the people of Shimla and around.

Suggested length of visit: An hour is enough.

Timing: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM on all days of the week except Monday.

Location: Old Bus Stand, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India

Cost: Free of cost.

Distance from Shimla bus stand: Around 47 KM.

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Shimla Heritage Museum

If you want to get a clear picture about the history and culture of pre-independent Shimla, the Shimla Heritage Museum has to be in your bucket list. You can spot paintings and pictures featuring the important buildings of 18th century Shimla such as the Gaiety Theatre, Barnes Court, Central Hotel and others inside this Shimla museum.

The museum was once the residence of Lord William Beresford which stands as a fine specimen of Shimla’s colonial past.

Location: Chaura Maidan Rd, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171004, India.

Timings: Everyday open between 9AM- 4:30PM (except Sundays).

Entry fee: Rs. 10 (for Indian nationals) and Rs. 50 (for foreign nationals).

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Town Hall

The heritage building dates back to 1910 displaying a beautiful élan of colonial architecture in Shimla town. Popularly recognized as the Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex, at present it serves as the Municipal Corporation of Shimla after complete renovation of its old structure.

It is one of the Shimla museums whose structure is preserved in its original form as to pay tribute to the pre-independence generation.

Location: The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh- 171001.

Timings: Monday- Friday from 9AM -5PM.

Entry fee: Rs. 10 (for Indian nationals), Rs 25 (for foreign nationals).

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Image Art Gallery

Nestled amidst the serene ambiance of a preserved woodland the Image Art Gallery is one of the museums in Shimla which houses rare photographs of varied themes on display. You can explore the glimpses of history, heritage, culture, nature and fine art of Shimla exhibited in various sections of the gallery.

Taking photographs inside the gallery is allowed but use of flashlight is strictly prohibited. Some of the highlighted works you can see inside the Image Art Gallery are Christ Church, ViceRegal Lodge and Chandratal Lake Shimla.

Location: Nature Park Potters Hill, Summer Hill, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh- 171005.

Timings: 9AM- 5PM (weekdays) and 9AM- 6:30PM (weekends).

Entry fee: Rs. 5 per person.

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People Also Ask About Shimla

  1. What is the best month to visit Shimla?

    The best month(s) to visit Shimla is between the summer months of March- June which is also a peak travel time for most vacationers. During these months the region experiences generous sunshine making it favourable for sightseeing.
    The average temperature lies between (15-22) degrees Celsius.
    However, if you are a snow lover the months between November and February is the best time to visit Shimla.
  2. What is the Army Heritage Museum shimla entry fee?

    There is no entry fee to visit the Annadale Army Heritage Museum Shimla.
  3. Is Shimla museums worth visiting?

    Yes, Shimla museum is certainly worth visiting given the rich collection of beautiful stone and bronze artefacts it houses. You can also spot various items of numismatic and archaeological importance in different floors of the Shimla museum.
  4. What are the best resorts in Shimla?

    1. Woodsmoke Resort and Spa- Located at a height of 6,200 ft. Woodsmoke Resort and Spa offers a secluded retreat in Shimla. The amenities include deluxe suite, fine dining, spa, health club and many more. Price starts from Rs. 4,500 per day per person.

    2. The Oberoi Cecil, Shimla- The colonial property lays a fair claim of repute in the hospitality sector for its sheer elegance and top-notch service. Special facilities include restaurants, wellness spa and others. Price starts from Rs. 12,800 per day per person.

    3. East Bourne Resorts- The classy interior of this swish resort is equipped with luxurious amenities. Price starts from Rs. 23,000 per couple for 2 nights 3 days.

    4. Wildflower Hall- When luxury is your criterion, head no further than the posh resort which fairly boasts of its heated indoor and outdoor pools and rooms with the best nature view among other resorts. Top amenities include complimentary breakfast, restaurant, airport shuttle, 24 hours room service and more. Price starts from Rs. 24,000 per person per day.
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