Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, Bangalore

About Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum, Bangalore is built in the sylvan surroundings of Cubbon Park. The museum was built in the memory of Bharat Ratna recipient Sir M Visvesvaraya, which was inaugurated by India's first Prime Minister Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in 1962. The center has seven permanent gallery displays which include copious displays of steam engines, airplanes, motor power, etc. In addition, the museum has a virtual gaming zone, a small planetarium, and a 3D visual display center for entertainment.

The museum is really designed for all age groups with different education backgrounds. It is especially recommended for students of all age groups to trigger their scientific temper and ignite their search for the unknown and the known.

Interesting facts about Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

1. The first gallery established in VITM, was opened to the public in 1965 on the theme of electricity.
2. Using working models and illustrations, the museum explains the science behind many everyday items such as pulleys, lock ball pens, etc.
3. The museum has several levels and each level is hosting an area of science.
4. The 'Engine Hall' displays the engines of various automobiles, machines used in the industry, a jet aircraft engine and other mechanical equipment.
5. Several other activities included in the museum for the visitors are science demonstration shows, science lectures, commemorative programs and programs on sky observation.
6. VITM is one of the finest science and technology themed museums in India which can be thoroughly enjoyed by children.
7. Two iconic exhibits in the museum complex include an airplane and a steam engine.
8. For the students, the museum organizes various activities related to drama, science, creativity, quiz etc.

How to reach Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

By Bus:- The museum is 4 km away from VITM Majestic Bus Stand. You can easily reach the museum by any bus.

By Air:- The museum is 35 km away from Bengaluru airport. VITM can be reached by using bus or taxi.

By Rail:- Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum is located at a distance of 5 km from Bangalore City Railway Station. From here it can be easily reached by taking rickshaw.

Nearby famous places

• Bangalore Aquarium 1 minute away
• Jawahar Bal Bhavan 1 minute away
• Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain Park 2.6 km away
• UB City Mall 2.7 km away
• Sree Kanteerava Stadium 2.8 km away
• Venkatappa Art Gallery and Government Museum 3.2 km away
• Cubbon Park 5 minutes away
• ISKCON Temple 2.1 km away