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Best Museums and Galleries to Visit in Lucknow

Take a fascinating journey through the art and history of Lucknow at its museums and galleries. Featuring a mix of ancient artifacts and contemporary art, these places offer something for every visitor. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, history buff, or just curious, these spaces promise an enriching experience. Dive into Lucknow’s vibrant culture and heritage, making these museums in Lucknow a highlight of your trip to Lucknow.
Indira Gandhi Planetarium, Lucknow

Indira Gandhi Planetarium, Lucknow

Also known as the Taramandal show Indira Gandhi Planetarium is situated at the Surajkund Park, on the banks of the River Gomti. The exclusive design of the building in the shape of Saturn with five rings surrounded by a pool of water captivates one and all. Equipped with a state of the art projection system, digital sound system, full-blown air conditioning facility, and a lift ramp for physically challenged it hosts several science exhibitions and astronomy shows throughout the year. Its virtual trips to space punctuated with gorgeous galaxies help satiate the curiosity space enthusiasts. Various models of the Indian satellites and informative data about celebrated Indian scientists like Aryabhatt, Varahamihira, etc are also exhibited here. Read more.. Read less
Address
Nabiullah Road, Qaiserbagh, Lucknow
Place Type
Museum and Gallery
Best For
Family, Kids, Parents
Entry Fee
Adult - ₹25/-, Child (Above 3 yrs of age) - ₹10/-
Group of 30 peple or more - ₹10/- (per head)
Opening Time
Indira Gandhi Planetarium opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Opening Days
The Indira Gandhi Planetarium is open from Tuesday to Sunday in a week, Closed on every Monday.
Best Month
January, February, March
Nearest Metro
Lucknow University Metro Station (1.6 KM)
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State Museum, Lucknow

State Museum, Lucknow

The four-story State Museum is housed within the premises of the Lucknow Zoo. It is one of the oldest museums in the city and has been the chief center of attraction for history buffs. It has several galleries dedicated to different eras and studies like Indian sculpture gallery, Nawabs art, and coin gallery, archaeological gallery, Jain art gallery, Buddha gallery, metal art gallery, Egyptian gallery, a natural history gallery, and others. It showcases a broad spectrum of artifacts ranging from natural history objects from the Stone Age. It exhibits a rich collection of coins, sculptures, prehistoric tools, manuscripts, paintings, bronze images. One of the major attractions of the museum is Egyptian mummy and wooden burial boxes from 1000 BC. Read more.. Read less
Address
Banarasibagh, Hazratganj, Lucknow
Place Type
Museum and Gallery
Best For
Family, Kids, Friends, Solo, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry Fee
Adult (Indian visitor) - ₹12/-, Child (5 to 12 yrs) - ₹15/-, Foreigner - ₹200/-, Camera (Still / Mobile) Fee - ₹50/-
Opening Time
State Museum opening and closing timing is 10:30 AM – 04:30 PM
Opening Days
The State Museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday in a week, Closed on every Monday.
Best Month
April, May, June
Nearest Metro
Sachivalaya Metro Station (1.4 KM)
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