Where
Victoria Memorial Hall
Victoria Memorial Hall, 1, Queen's Way, Kolkata, West Bengal
About this place
Conceived by Lord Curzon and built between 1906 and 1921 to commemorate Queen Victoria, the Victoria Memorial is an enormous white Makrana marble building set in 64 acres of gardens at the southern end of the Maidan. Its 25 galleries trace the history of the British Raj and Bengal through paintings, manuscripts and royal artefacts — including the throne of Tipu Sultan and Sir Stamford Raffles' personal collection.
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#museum#british-raj#marble#maidan
Frequently asked
What are the timings?
The galleries are open 10 am to 5 pm, Tuesday to Sunday (closed Mondays and public holidays). The outer gardens are open 5:30 am to 6:15 pm daily.
How much is the ticket?
Around ₹30 for Indian citizens and ₹500 for foreigners. The garden-only ticket is around ₹10. The evening sound-and-light show is around ₹20 extra.
How do I reach the Memorial?
Maidan or Rabindra Sadan metro stations on the Blue Line are each about 1 km away. The closest tram stop is on Casuarina Avenue.
Can I take photos inside?
Photography is allowed in the gardens but not inside the galleries. Storage is provided at the entrance for cameras and bags.
What should I prioritise inside?
The Calcutta Gallery on the ground floor (city history), the Portrait Gallery with paintings by Thomas Daniell, and the central rotunda with the throne of Tipu Sultan.
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