Patna · India
Bihar Museum
Bihar Museum is an art institution in Patna, India. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
Country art guide
India
Explore 9 art institutions across India in 7 cities, then check each official source before visiting.
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Editorial overview
Understanding the art scene in India
This selection of 9 places in India connects museums, galleries, historic collections and contemporary practice. Use the specialisms below to shape a route around your interests.
Hours, prices and exhibitions change. Each profile therefore links to the official website instead of repeating details that may become outdated.
Destinations
Explore the cities
Each city page brings together its institutions, fields and first-party sources.
Directory
Art institutions to discover in India
A documented selection designed for comparing places and continuing to primary sources.
New Delhi · India
Kiran Nadar Museum of Art
Kiran Nadar Museum of Art is an art institution in New Delhi, India. Consult its official website for collections, exhibitions and visitor information.
Bengaluru · India
Museum of Art & Photography
Museum of Art & Photography is an art institution in Bengaluru, India. Consult its official website for collections, exhibitions and visitor information.
Pilerne · India
Museum of Goa
A private museum exploring Goa’s history, communities and environment through contemporary art.
Thiruvananthapuram · India
Napier Museum
Napier Museum is an art institution in Thiruvananthapuram, India. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
New Delhi · India
National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum, New Delhi
National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum, New Delhi is an art institution in New Delhi, India. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
New Delhi · India
National Museum
National Museum is an art institution in New Delhi, India. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
Hyderabad · India
Salar Jung Museum
Salar Jung Museum is an art institution in Hyderabad, India. Its official website provides current information about collections, exhibitions and visits.
Panaji · India
Serendipity Arts Foundation
A non-profit foundation nurturing artistic practice, research and cross-cultural dialogue across South Asia.
Plan your visit
Three checks before you go
- 01Confirm hours, closures and access conditions on the official website.
- 02Check booking, admission prices and rules for bags or photography.
- 03Group venues by neighbourhood and allow enough time for permanent collections.