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Prime Ministers' Museum

Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya (Prime Ministers' Museum)

Also Known As · Prime Ministers' Museum & Library · PM Sangrahalaya

New Delhi, Delhi · museum

A high-tech walk through independent India, PM by PM — holograms and touchscreens on Nehru's old Teen Murti campus.

Closed MondayEntry Fee: ₹100Tuesday–Sunday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (to 5:00 PM Nov–Feb); last entry ~1 hour before closing; closed Mondays and national holidays

The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya — the Prime Ministers' Museum — is one of Delhi's most engaging modern museums, India's first dedicated to the collective legacy of all its Prime Ministers, set on the historic, tree-shaded Teen Murti campus in Lutyens' Delhi. It tells the story of independent India's democratic journey from 1947 onward through the lives and public service of each Prime Minister, in galleries that lean heavily on immersive, interactive technology — holograms, touch panels and multimedia storytelling that make it a favourite of students and families.

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About

The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya — the Prime Ministers' Museum — is one of Delhi's most engaging modern museums, India's first dedicated to the collective legacy of all its Prime Ministers, set on the historic, tree-shaded Teen Murti campus in Lutyens' Delhi.

  • It tells the story of independent India's democratic journey from 1947 onward through the lives and public service of each Prime Minister, in galleries that lean heavily on immersive, interactive technology — holograms, touch panels and multimedia storytelling that make it a favourite of students and families.
  • The campus itself carries deep history.
  • Teen Murti House was the official residence of India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, and after his death the Nehru Memorial Museum was established here in 1964.
  • In 2022 the mandate was broadened to honour every Indian PM, and the new Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya block was inaugurated on 14 April 2022; the earlier Nehru Memorial Museum is now woven into the wider campus, so a single visit threads the Nehru legacy into the larger story of the nation's leadership.
  • Curated archival material, personal artefacts and gifts of state fill the galleries, and the leafy grounds and the Teen Murti (three-soldier) memorial at the chowk are pleasant to stroll.
  • For vegetarian travellers Chanakyapuri and Connaught Place nearby offer pure-veg standbys — Bikanervala, Sagar Ratna and Saravana Bhavan among them.

Practical notes

the museum is closed on Mondays and national holidays, and open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (to 5:00 PM in winter); tickets are inexpensive for Indians (more for foreign nationals), and timed online tickets are recommended to skip queues. It sits in the high-security Lutyens' zone, so expect bag screening; carry ID and allow two to three hours. Nearest metro: Lok Kalyan Marg. It pairs naturally with the Nehru Planetarium on the same campus, and its mix of history and hands-on technology makes it one of the capital's most engaging museums for children and adults alike.

Timings & Entry Fee

Visiting Hours

  • • 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (to 5:00 PM Nov–Feb)
  • • Last entry ~1 hour before closing
  • • Closed Mondays and national holidays
Days OpenTuesday – SundayWeekly OffMondayEntry Fee₹100Time Needed2 to 3 hours

Entry Fee: Approx ₹100 for Indian adults (some weekday/weekend variation), less for children, more for foreign nationals. Timed online tickets recommended; confirm rates officially.

Verified: July 2026

Location & How to Reach

Address

Teen Murti Bhavan, Teen Murti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi, 110011

On the Teen Murti Bhavan campus, near Teen Murti Chowk

📍 Get Directions🗺️ View on map

🚇 Nearest Metro: Lok Kalyan Marg (Yellow Line) — about 0.8 km; Udyog Bhawan

🚶 Walking from Metro: From Lok Kalyan Marg metro it is about a 12–15 minute walk (0.8 km) to the Teen Murti campus.

Distance from

  • • Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): 13 km (~35 min)
  • • Connaught Place: 5 km (~20 min)
  • • New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS): 6 km (~25 min)

Parking

on-site · ₹20–₹50 (paid)

Parking on the Teen Murti campus; busier on weekends.

🚕 Ride Hailing Tip: Uber and Ola drop at Teen Murti Chowk; it is a short walk or ride from Lok Kalyan Marg metro.

How to Reach: The museum is on the Teen Murti Bhavan campus, Teen Murti Marg, Chanakyapuri. Nearest metro: Lok Kalyan Marg (Yellow Line), about 0.8 km (a 12–15 minute walk); Udyog Bhawan is an alternative. Autos and app-cabs serve Teen Murti Chowk.

Things to Do

  • Walk the PM-by-PM galleries since 1947
  • Try the immersive interactive exhibits
  • Visit the Nehru Memorial section
  • Stroll the Teen Murti campus grounds
  • Pair with the Nehru Planetarium next door

Best Time to Visit

Best SeasonYear-round (indoor)Best Time of DayLate morning on a weekdayTime Needed2 to 3 hoursCrowd LevelsBusy with students and families; weekdays are calmer

History & Significance

History

The Prime Ministers' Museum stands on the Teen Murti campus, whose Teen Murti House was Jawaharlal Nehru's official residence; the Nehru Memorial Museum was established here in 1964.

  • In 2022 the mandate broadened to honour every Indian PM, and the new Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya block was inaugurated on 14 April 2022, incorporating the earlier Nehru Memorial Museum into the wider campus.

🏛️ Architect: A contemporary museum block built around a 'Rising India' theme, physically and thematically linked to the heritage Teen Murti House (a stately 1930 colonial bungalow), set within the leafy, monument-dotted Teen Murti campus that also hosts the separate Nehru Planetarium.

Significance

The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya is India's first museum dedicated to the collective legacy of all its Prime Ministers — presenting the country's democratic journey since 1947 through each PM's life and service, with heavy use of immersive, interactive technology.

Places to Visit Nearby

Nehru Planetarium

0.2 km away

A domed sky-theatre on the same Teen Murti campus, with a Soyuz capsule.

Gandhi Smriti

1.5 km away

The house where Gandhi spent his last days, now a memorial.

India Gate

3.5 km away

The 42-metre war-memorial arch at the heart of New Delhi.

Family & Accessibility

Kid Friendly5of 5Stroller AccessYesWheelchair AccessYesChanging RoomNoPet PolicyNo

Family Highlights

  • • Galleries on every Indian Prime Minister since 1947
  • • Immersive holograms and interactive touchscreens
  • • The incorporated Nehru Memorial Museum
  • • The historic, leafy Teen Murti campus

Photography & Drone

Drone PolicyProhibited

💰 Equipment Fees: Rules vary by gallery; check on-site.

📍 The Golden Spot: The immersive multimedia galleries and the leafy Teen Murti campus.

🌅 Best Light Time: Any time — it is an indoor museum.

Tips & Safety

💡 Insider Tips

🌅 Secret View: A single ticket also covers the Nehru Memorial Museum inside the historic Teen Murti House — do not skip it.

🎯 Crowd Hack: Weekday late mornings are calmest; book a timed online slot to beat the school groups.

💎 Secret Fact: The museum opened on 14 April 2022 and honours every Indian Prime Minister, weaving the earlier Nehru Memorial Museum into the wider Teen Murti campus.

⚡ Express Tour

90 minutes — the highlight PM galleries and the tech exhibits.

🔭 Deep Dive Tour

Half day — the full museum and the Nehru Planetarium next door.

🙏 Etiquette & Dress Code

Do's

  • Walk the PM-by-PM galleries of India's history since 1947
  • Try the interactive touchscreen and hologram exhibits
  • Visit the Nehru Memorial section in Teen Murti House
  • Stroll the green Teen Murti campus grounds
  • Book a timed online ticket to skip queues

Don'ts

  • Do not plan a Monday visit — the museum is closed
  • Do not rush — allow two to three hours for the galleries
  • Do not carry large bags — expect screening in the security zone
  • Do not photograph where a gallery restricts it

👕 Dress Code: No dress code; comfortable clothing and shoes.

📷 Photography Rules: Photography rules vary by gallery — check the on-site signage.

Good to Know

💳 Money & Connectivity

UPIYesCardsYesCashNo

🏧 Nearest ATM: ATMs in Chanakyapuri and near Teen Murti (within 1.5 km).

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya timings and which day is it closed?

It is open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM (to 5:00 PM in winter), and closed on Mondays and national holidays.

What is the Prime Ministers' Museum entry fee?

About ₹100 for Indian adults (with some weekday/weekend variation), less for children and more for foreign nationals; timed online tickets are recommended.

Which is the nearest metro to the PM Museum?

Lok Kalyan Marg on the Yellow Line is about 0.8 km away, a 12–15 minute walk; Udyog Bhawan is an alternative.

What can you see at the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya?

Galleries on every Indian Prime Minister tracing the nation's history since 1947, with immersive holograms and interactive technology, plus the incorporated Nehru Memorial Museum in the historic Teen Murti House.

Is it the same as the Nehru Planetarium?

No — the Nehru Planetarium is a separate sky-theatre building on the same Teen Murti campus; the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya is the Prime Ministers' history museum, which incorporates the former Nehru Memorial Museum.

Where can I eat vegetarian food near the PM Museum?

Chanakyapuri and Connaught Place nearby offer pure-veg standbys — Bikanervala, Sagar Ratna and Saravana Bhavan among them.

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