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20 Best Museums in the World

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  • 12 Sep 2023
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The museum is one place that provides amazing knowledge about the history and culture of any country or society. There many famous museums in the world that provide basic knowledge about the culture and traditions of their own. To understand any country you must visit the museum to experience history, art, culture, and struggles.

1. The British Museum (London)

The British Museum is an amazing museum, which is one of the most popular tourist attraction. It is one of the popular attractions as it is one of its kind. The museum is built in 1753 and you can get to see approx. 8 million objects. You can see the Rosetta Stone and the Elgin Marbles inside the museum and it is also a major attraction.

  • The entry time to visit The British Museum (London) is Every day: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
  • Entrance Fee : Do not need to pay for the visit, it is free of cost.
  • Visit Duration : 3-4 Hrs. 

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2. The Louvre (Paris)

When it comes to museum The Louvre in Paris is one of the most beautiful and amusing tourist attraction. If you are planning to visit Paris at any time sooner do plan your visit to this museum. This beautiful museum was built in 1190 and the main attraction you can see insight is Mona Lisa and the Venus of Milo.

  • The entry time to visit the Louvre Museum (Paris) is every day: 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM.
  • Entrance Fee : For each head, need to pay an amount of 15 euros to get into the museum.
  • Visit Duration : 2-3 Hrs.

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3. The Natural History Museum (London)

If you are a nature lover then this museum is meant for you. This amazing museum was built between 1873-1881 and It is popular because of the collection of natural history and is also a scientific institution that provides knowledge on current and historical records on climatology, paleontology, animals, fungi, plants, ecosystem, geology and more.

  • The entry time to visit The Natural History Museum (London) is Every day from 10 am to 5:30 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : Do not need to pay for the Natural History Museum (London) visit, it is free of cost.
  • Visit Duration : 2-3 Hrs.

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4. Galleria Degli Uffizi (Italy)

The famous Piazza Della Signoria where you can visit the Uffizi Gallery, this museum is a prominent art museum located in the Historic Centre of Florence and it was built in 1560, designed by Giorgio Vasari c. The main attraction about Uffizi palace is the 5-meter white marble sculpture of king David seems as he is ready for battle. It is one of the most famous Michelangelo's masterpieces.

  • The entry time to visit the Galleria Degli Uffizi (Italy) museum is every day from 8:15 AM - 6:30 PM.
  • Entrance Fee : The ticket fare for the Adults (11-99 y.o.) is €28, for Children (6-10 y.o.) - the ticket fare is €15, for infants -Free admission.
  • Visit Duration : 2 hours. 

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5. Vatican City (Italy)

The Vatican Museums is known for its Christian art and amazing museums are situated inthe city boundaries of the Vatican City. The museum was founded by Pope Julius II in the 16th century and you can see some of the renowned Roman sculptures and masterpiece of Renaissance art inside the museum.

  • The entry time to visit the Vatican City (Italy) museum is Every day from 09:00 AM to 04:00 PM.
  • Entrance Fee : For each head, visitors need to pay an amount of 17 euro to get into the Vatican City (Italy) museum.
  • Visit Duration : 2 Hrs. 

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6. The State Hermitage Museum (Russia)

The State Hermitage Museum is situated on the side of the Neva River and was founded in the year 1764. The building looks mesmerizing with large green, white, and gold building. The museum shows Russia’s love for art and culture in the most perfect manner. The main attraction is the remarkable collection of paintings from the Berlin merchant Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky.

  • The entry time to visit The State Hermitage (Russia) museum is every day from 10:30 am to 6:00 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : For each head, visitors have to pay an amount of 18 euros to get into the State Hermitage (Russia) museum. No entry fees on every first Thursday of the Month.
  • Visit Duration : 3-4 hours.

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7. The National Palace Museum (Taiwan)

If you wish to experience the Chinese artwork then this museum is the perfect destination. The main attraction is the 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese imperial artifacts and artworks then you must pay your visit to the National Palace Museum Taiwan.

  • The entry time to visit The National Palace Museum (Taiwan) is it is Open daily from 08:30 am to 18:30 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : For each person, visitors need to pay 12 euros to get into the National Palace Museum (Taiwan).
  • Visit Duration : 2-3 hours.

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8. The National Archaeological Museum (Greece)

The National Archaeological Museum of Greece is one of the most famous museums due to its amazing artifacts which have been collected from various archaeological locations from Greece. The artifacts are from the prehistoric period to Greek antiquity collected from worldwide is the main attraction. the museum was built in 1829 by the governor of Greece Loannis Kapodistrial.

  • The entry time to visit The National Archaeological Museum (Greece) is from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. During Monday travel, the entrance time is from 13:00 – 19:30.
  • Entrance Fee : For each person, visitors need to pay 10 euros to get into the National Archaeological Museum (Greece).
  • Visit Duration : 3 hours.

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9. The Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York)

If you wish to visit the largest museum in the United state then visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art of New York City which is also known as “the met” was founded in 1870 to educate people of America about art. There is much famous art you can see but the main attraction is 'The Death of Socrates' and 'The Denial of Saint Peter'.

  • The entry time to visit The Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York) is from 10:00 a.m to 5:30 p.m on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. On Friday and Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m is the entry time.
  • Entrance Fee : For Adults, the entry fee is $25. For seniors, the entry fee is $17, and for the children under 12 years of age, entry is free.
  • Visit Duration : 3-4 hours.

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10. Kunsthistorisches Museum (Austria)

To reach The Kunsthistorisches Museum you have to visit the beautiful city Vienna, Austria. The Museum is famous for its structure which crowned with an octagonal dome and it was founded in 1889. The main attraction is the largest collection of peasant life and stunning landscapes by Pieter Bruegel the Elde.

  • The entry time for The Kunsthistorisches Museum (Austria) is from 10 am to 6 PM. On Thursdays, the museum will operate up to 9 PM.
  • Entrance Fee : Adults need to pay $16 to enter into Kunsthistorisches Museum (Austria) to explore the beauty of the place. For children’s below 19 years of age, no entrance fees need to be paid.
  • Visit Duration : 2-3 hours. 

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11. The Egyptian Museum (Cairo)

It is one of the must-visit museums as you can witness the exceptional collection of Egyptian inscriptions along with the beautiful building and founded in 1902. The main attraction is the 120,000 Antiquities in ancient Egyptian history.

  • The entry time for The Egyptian Museum (Cairo) is from 9 am to 5 PM.
  • Entrance Fee : Visitors need to pay 160 Egyptian pounds to enter into The Egyptian Museum (Cairo) to explore the museum.
  • Visit Duration : 4 hours. 

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12. The Museum of Modern Art (New York)

Before you die you must take a trip to the amazing The Museum of Modern Art (New York) where you will see various ancient artifacts. It is one of the most popular museums which was opened for visitors on November 7, 1929.

The main attraction is a wide range of influential European and American art by various famous artist like Georges Braque, Marcel Duchamp, Walker Evans, Helen Frankenthaler, Alberto Giacometti, and many other.

  • The entry time to visit The Museum of Modern Art (New York) is from 12 pm to 6 PM. The museum is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
  • Entrance Fee : For adults, the entry fee is $10. For old-aged people, the entry fee is $5. For children, there are no entry fees.
  • Visit Duration : 2 - 2.5 hours 

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13. Museo Nacional Del Prado (Spain)

The Museo Nacionaldel Prado is one of the most popular Spanish national art museum which is situated incentral Madrid and founded in 1962. Flemish Art is one of the highlights of the museum. You can also get to see collections of Rubens and Hieronymus Bosch and works by van der Weyden and Rembrandt inside the museum.

  • The entry time to visit the Museo Nacional Del Prado (Spain) museum is from 10 am - 8 pm. On Saturdays, the entry timing is between 10 am - 7 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : The entry fee differs from EUR7.5 - EUR24. Based on the age, you will be charged to visit the Museo Nacional Del Prado (Spain).
  • Visit Duration : More than 3 hours. 

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14. Museum of Fine Arts (Boston)

The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is 5th largest museum of America. The museum has a collection of various artwork and was founded in 1870.

  • The entry time is from 10 am–5 pm on Monday–Tuesday. On Wednesday–Friday, the entrance time is from 10 am–10 pm. On Saturday–Sunday, timing is 10 am–5 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : For adults, the entry fee is $25. For old-aged people, the fare to visit the museum is $23. For children, free entrance allowed.
  • Visit Duration : 2-3 hours. 

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15. Kimbell Art Museum (Texas)

The Kimbell Art Museum is one of the popular attraction as you get to see art collection which is collected from Kay and Velma Kimbell and these artifacts are their private collection. You can get to see American, Asian and Egyptian art forms in the museum.

  • The entry time to visit the Kimbell Art Museum (Texas) is from 10 am - 5 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : For adults, the entry fee is $18. For senior citizens, the entry fee is $16. For children, the entry fee is $14.
  • Visit Duration : 1-1.5 hours. 

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16. Tokugawa Art Museum (Japan)

Tokugawa Art Museum kind of museum that exhibits an enormous collection of artifacts and it was founded in 1931. This museum is one of the finest museums in Japan that attracts many tourists every year. The main attraction is Gorō Nyūdō Masamune, Japan's greatest swordsmith.

  • The entry time to visit the Tokugawa Art Museum (Japan) is from 10 am - 5 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : The fare for the Tokugawa Art Museum (Japan) is 210 yen per ride. For a day pass, a visitor needs to pay 500 yen.
  • Visit Duration : 2-2.5 hours.

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17. Mauritshuis (Netherlands)

The Mauritshuis is a popular art museum which showcases some royal paintings and around 854 objects you can witness. This beautiful museum constructed between 1636 and 1641. The main attraction you must not miss is the Dutch Golden Age paintings.

  • The entry time to visit the Mauritshuis (Netherlands) museum is from 10 am - 6 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : The entry fee to visit the Mauritshuis (Netherlands) museum is 16 euro. There is no entrance fee for the kids and infants.
  • Visit Duration : 3-4 hours. 

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18. Museo Nacional de Antropologia (Mexico)

The National Museum of Anthropology is a national museum of Mexico. It is the largest and most visited museum in Mexico, founded in 1964. The main attraction is the archaeological and anthropological artifacts and you check the Stone of the Sun and the Aztec Xochipilli statue when visiting the museum.

  • The entry time to visit the Museo National de Antropologia (Mexico) if from 9 am - 7 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : The fare is just $5 dollars to explore the Museo Nacional de Antropologia (Mexico). Entry is free for the children (0-3 years).
  • Visit Duration : more than 4 hours. 

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19. The Shrine of the Book (Israel)

The Shrine of the Book is a must-visit museum in Israel which was opened in the year 1965. Here you can witness the awesome building structure which is a dome-shaped. The main attraction is the color and building of the museum which was inspired by the imaginary scroll of the War of the Sons of Light Against the Sons of Darkness.

  • The entry time to visit The Shrine of the Book (Israel) museum is from 10:30 am to 4 pm.
  • Entrance Fee : The fare for the adults is NIS 54. For seniors, the fare is NIS 39. For the children, the fare is NIS 27.
  • Visit Duration : The suggested visit duration to complete the trip is 1-1.5 hours.

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20. National Gallery of Canada (Ottawa)

The National Gallery of Canada is one of the famous museums because of its glass and granite building, opened in 1988 and the Canadian Parliament buildings can be seen. The main attraction is the huge collection of drawings, painting, photography, and sculpture, mainly Canadian art.

  • The entry time to visit the National Gallery of Canada (Ottawa) museum is from 10 am to 6 pm. On Thursdays, the museum will be open up to 8 PM.
  • Entrance Fee : The fare for adults is $32. The fare for seniors is $14. There is no entrance fee for children and babies.
  • Visit Duration : more than 2 hours.

21. The Government Museum - Bangalore

The Government Museum is situated in Bangalore, and it is one of the oldest museums in south India, established in 1865 by the Mysore State. it is one of the must-visit museums as you can witness the exceptional collection of old ornaments, statue, coins and many inscriptions along with Halmidi inscription. 

  • The entry time to visit The Government Museum is from 10 am to 5 pm. On Monday, the museum will be closed.
  • Entrance Fee : The fare for adults is 10 and for kids Rs.5 only.
  • Visit Duration: 2 hours to 3 hours

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