Guided Tour of Museums in Hyderabad

8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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)

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Lunch (beverage excluded)
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities ( optional

Itinerary

Salar Jung Museum

one hour Admission included

You 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

one hour Admission included

Next 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 min Admission included

Your 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.

After the museum visit, enjoy an included lunch (beverage excluded) at a local restaurant.
Chowmahalla Palace

2 hours Admission included

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.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Hyderabad Hyderabad, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

End point

Hyderabad Hyderabad, India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Pickup points

Hanvi Inn
FabHotel Arastu Plaza
Fortune Park Vallabha
Hotel Swagath Grand Nagole
Hyderabad Marriott Hotel & Convention Centre
OYO Flagship 23191 Hotel Raj Madan Ameerpet
Hotel City Inn
Reliant Suites & Sunrise
The Manohar Hyderabad
OYO 9302 Hotel Baseraa Inn
Trident Hyderabad
Hotel Supreme Parkview

and 410 more pickup points

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

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