Experts' Choice Award National Museum
What the experts agree on
India's largest museum spans 5,000 years of history with over 2 million artifacts, though its vast collection feels unevenly curated. History enthusiasts should prioritize the Indus Valley gallery and miniature paintings to avoid overwhelm.
“Showcasing over 5,000 years of weapons, paintings, artifacts, jewelry, photography, and manuscripts, the National Museum is the largest in India.”
– Afar Magazine
Fodor's "Showcases ancient, mainly Hindu, sculptures." Full review
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Be sure to pick up a brochure to help you navigate, and get the audio guide
Condé Nast Traveler "There's plenty to keep history buffs... but impatient museum-goers should focus on the Indus Valley civilization gallery and the miniature collection." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The National Museum of New Delhi is home to more than 2 million ancient artifacts"
New Delhi Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
Lonely Planet "Offering a compelling if not always coherent snapshot of India’s last 5000 years, this museum is not overwhelmingly large, but full of splendours." Full review
