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Guided Tour of Museums in Hyderabad
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28 Nov
Sat
30 Nov
Sun
1 Dec
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Next availability: Thu, 28 Nov
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Highlights
Hyderabad, also known as the City of the Nizams, has several extraordinary museums that showcase the wealthy lifestyles of the rulers of this former princely state of India. The museums are housed in large palaces that merit a visit in their own right. From the world’s largest one man collection of art to a palace that had over 7 000 attendants in its heydays, this guided tour of museums is a must on every visitor’s itinerary.
Highlights:
• Salar Jung Museum (Museum Remain Closed on Fridays)
• State Museum (Museum Remain Closed on Mondays)
• Nizam’s Museum (Museum Remain Closed on Fridays)
• Chowmahalla Palace (Palace Remain Closed on Fridays)
Itinerary
Salar Jung Museum
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYou will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to Salar Jung Museum, that contains the world’s largest collection of art and objects by a single individual. The 38 galleries of the museum display collections from all over the world that date from the 2nd century B.C. to the early 20th century A.D. The Clock Room of the museum with its large collection of clocks ranging from sundials to modern day masterpieces is a must to visit.AP State Museum
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedNext drive to the State Museum, the oldest museum in Hyderabad. The museum has a large collection of artifacts from several archaeological excavations. It also has a rich collection of Buddhist sculptures dating back to the 2nd and 3rd centuries B.C. and an equally impressive collection of Hindu sculptures from the Chalukya and Vijaynagar Empires that range from the 6th to the 13th century A.D. The museum’s main attraction is an Egyptian mummy which was donated by the seventh Nizam of Hyderabad.Nizam Museum
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYour next stop will be the Nizam’s Museum that has a display of the gifts received by the last Nizam of Hyderabad on his silver jubilee celebrations. These include a golden throne, diamond and gold studded daggers and a silver elephant. Also on display are three vintage cars - a 1930 Rolls Royce, a Packard and a Mark V Jaguar.Chowmahalla Palace
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedAfter the museum visit, enjoy lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant. Your last stop for the day is the magnificent Chowmahalla Palace, the official residence of the Nizams of Hyderabad. Don’t miss the Clock Tower at the entrance. The mechanical clock has been ticking for the last 250 years. The lavish palace was the venue of all functions and banquets hosted by the Nizams. At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel
What's included
INCLUDED
02 bottles of mineral water per person
Local English speaking guide
Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities ( optional
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Dress code is smart casual.
Salarjung Museum, Nizam Museum, State Museum and Chowmahalla Palace remain closed on Fridays.
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult .
Location
Address
Salar Jung Road, Hyderabad, Telangana, India 500002
Provider
SITA World Tours