Salar Jung Museum Hyderabad is in Dar-ul-Shifa, on the southern bank of the Musi River, and houses a wide-ranging collection of art, books and manuscripts. Plan around its Friday closure, check current admission details before setting out, and leave time to see galleries on both floors.
- Location: Dar-ul-Shifa, Hyderabad, on the southern bank of the Musi River.
- Opening pattern: Open Saturday to Thursday; closed Friday
- Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; ticket counter closes at 5:15 p.m.
- Admission: Prices vary by visitor category; photography has a separate fee.
Where is Salar Jung Museum, and how do you get there?
Salar Jung Museum is in Dar-ul-Shifa, Hyderabad, beside the southern bank of the Musi River. The Hyderabad district government places the museum about 5 km from Hyderabad, without specifying a starting point for that distance.
Frequent road buses run from across the city to Afzalgunj, which is within walking distance of the museum. For public transport planning, you can also consult this guide to Hyderabad Metro and local transport.
What can you see in the collections?
The museum’s collections span Indian, Middle Eastern, European and Far Eastern art, alongside children’s art, a founders gallery and a rare manuscript division. The Hyderabad district government describes the collection as 43,000 art objects and 50,000 books and manuscripts.
There are 38 galleries across two floors: 20 on the ground floor and 18 on the first. Named highlights include Veiled Rebecca and the double statue of Mephistopheles and Marguerite. Other collection highlights include Aurangzeb’s sword, daggers associated with Shah Jahan and Jehangir, and Tipu Sultan’s wardrobe.
The collection was assembled by Nawab Mir Yousuf Ali Khan, Salar Jung III, over thirty-five years. It began as a private collection displayed at Diwan Deodi Palace. Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru inaugurated the museum in 1951, and it moved to its present Afzalgunj location in 1968. Telangana Tourism says it was declared an Institution of National Importance in 1961.
What are the ticket prices and visitor rules?
Admission costs ₹50 for an Indian adult over 18, ₹20 for an Indian child over 5, and ₹1,000 for a foreign visitor. Children up to age 5 enter free. Schoolchildren up to age 18 may enter free with school ID or an authorization letter; government-school children under 14 may enter free with a school ID card and authorization letter.
Opening hours
- Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday: 10:00–18:00
- Friday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
A still camera or smartphone has a ₹50 photography fee. You must purchase a photography ticket to use a smartphone for photography inside, and photography without a ticket carries a ₹500 penalty. Flash photography is prohibited in the galleries.
A cloakroom near the booking counter accepts mobiles, baggage and belongings for a fee. Smoking is prohibited, and visitors are asked not to touch displayed objects. Knives, scissors, blades, razors, matchboxes and lighters are among the items visitors must not bring in.
When is Salar Jung Museum open, and how should you plan your time?
Salar Jung Museum is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., every day except Friday and designated closed holidays. The ticket counter closes at 5:15 p.m., so arrive with enough time to buy admission before then. If you leave belongings in the cloakroom, collect them before the counter closes.
With 38 galleries spread across two floors and several distinct collection areas, choose the collections you most want to see before you begin, then allow time to move between floors. Hours and admission details can change, so check the official site before you go.
How do you get from Hotel Sai Prakash to Salar Jung Museum?
Salar Jung Museum is about 10 minutes by car from Hotel Sai Prakash. You can also take a road bus to Afzalgunj, which is within walking distance of the museum; the Hyderabad Metro and local transport guide covers broader city transport context.
What else can you combine with a museum visit?
The museum’s location in central Hyderabad makes it possible to plan a day around the city’s cultural sights. If you are continuing to the Old City, how to visit Charminar and Laad Bazaar covers that area.
FAQs
Where is Salar Jung Museum located?
It is in Dar-ul-Shifa, Hyderabad, on the southern bank of the Musi River.
Is Salar Jung Museum open on Friday?
Open Saturday to Thursday; closed Friday. No. The museum is closed on designated closed holidays.
Can you take photos inside Salar Jung Museum?
Photography requires a ticket, including smartphone photography. Flash photography is prohibited in the galleries.
How many galleries does Salar Jung Museum have?
It has 38 galleries across two floors: 20 on the ground floor and 18 on the first.