Napier Museum

In the heart of Thiruvananthapuram city lies the great Napier Museum and the Natural History Museum in the Museum compound. The museum complex also houses the Zoological Park, Art Museum, Art Gallery, Sree Chithra Enclave, KCS Panicker Gallery, Aquarium and 3D Theatre. 

Built in the 19th century, it has its own natural air-conditioning system. It contains a host of historical artefacts including bronze idols, ancient ornaments, a temple chariot and ivory carvings. People are especially impressed by the Japanese shadow-play leather that is used to depict the epics of the Mahabharata and Ramayana.

Kerala's rich cultural heritage is in full display here. The museum was named after the former Madras Governor General, John Napier. Also known as Government Art Museum, the architectural style of museum is a mix of Indian, Chinese, Kerala and Mughal Schools of Architecture.

Visiting Hours: Open 10:00 - 16:45 hrs. Closed on Mondays, Wednesday forenoons, January 26th, August 15th, Thiruvonam and Mahanavami.

The Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum, a modern structure, houses some excellent exhibits like the skeletal, bird, animal and taxidermy galleries. Photography is not allowed in the museum.

Natural History Museum Timings:
Open 10:00 - 17:00 hrs, Wednesday 13:00 - 16:45 hrs.
Closed on Mondays

Contact Details for History Museum:
Ph: +91 471 2318294

Getting there

Nearest railway station: Thiruvananthapuram Central, about 2 km

Nearest airport: Trivandrum International Airport, about 6 km

Where to Stay

Hotel

Indrapuri Rajadhani

471-2332424 2332525, 2547755
9446046450

Approximate Distance: 1.04 KM

Hotel

Pattom Royal Hotel

Pattom Junction
471-4228888
9633954888, 9656716888

Approximate Distance: 1.61 KM

Tour Operator

Jayasree Travels and Tours Company

2ND FLOOR, AN-NUR,TC 84/2248-4,
Enchakkal, Vallakkadavu PO
9747005888

Approximate Distance: 3.87 KM

Homestay

Anies Garden

Kodiyattu House, KPI/11 NCC Road
Peroorkada
471-2438808
9447246193

Approximate Distance: 2.86 KM

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Location

Latitude: 8.508907, Longitude: 76.95515