National Gandhi Museum, Delhi

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National Gandhi Museum (address: Jawaharlal Nehru Marg) is a place located in Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi union territory) and belongs to the category of museum, specialty museum, history museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 696 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 28°38'19"N latitude and 77°14'44"E longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. National Gandhi Museum is a short distance from the following public transport stations: Doctor Ambedkar Terminal (bus, 4 min walk), Delhi Gate (metro, 8 min walk), Tilak Bridge (train, 23 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: Arun Jaitley Stadium (sport venue, 5 min walk), Ambedkar Stadium (sport venue, 6 min walk), Raj Ghat (monuments and statues, 7 min walk).

Coordinates: 28°38'19"N, 77°14'44"E

Address

Jawaharlal Nehru MargCentral Delhi (Minto Road)Delhi 110002 India

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+91 11 2331 0168

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National Gandhi Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jama Masjid, Red Fort, Arun Jaitley Stadium, Veer Bhumi.

1.1 miNW
Vast, 17th-century Mughal-style mosque
Jama Masjid, Delhi
29 min walk • The Jama Masjid stands as a monumental example of Mughal architecture in the heart of Delhi, India. This grand mosque, completed in 1656, was commissioned by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, who is also known for the creation of the Taj Mahal.
1.2 miN
Iconic 1600s imperial residence and museum
Red Fort, Delhi
31 min walk • The Red Fort, a majestic historical monument, stands as a testament to India's storied past in the heart of its capital, Delhi. This grand fortress, built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638, served as the main residence of the Mughal dynasty for nearly 200 years.
~910 ftSW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi
5 min walk • The Arun Jaitley Stadium, formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla Ground, stands as an iconic cricket venue in the bustling city of Delhi, India. Established in 1883, it is the second-oldest cricket stadium in India and has been a witness to numerous historic moments in the...
0.4 miNE
Simple marble memorial to Mahatma Gandhi
Veer Bhumi, Delhi
12 min walk • Veer Bhumi, located in the heart of Delhi, India, stands as a solemn tribute to one of the nation's former Prime Ministers, Rajiv Gandhi. This poignant memorial is dedicated to the memory of a leader whose life was abruptly ended by an assassination in 1991.
0.6 miSW
Museum
Shankar's International Dolls Museum, Delhi
16 min walk • The International Dolls Museum is a large collection of dolls in Delhi, India. It was set up by K. Shankar Pillai, a political cartoonist.
~1480 ftS
Memorial
Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi
8 min walk • The Feroz Shah Kotla or Kotla was a fortress built by Sultan Feroz Shah Tughlaq to house his version of Delhi city called Firozabad.
1.1 miSW
Universities and schools
Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi
29 min walk • Shri Ram College of Commerce is a premier college for commerce and economics affiliated to the Delhi University. SRCC was ranked the best Commerce College in India by India Today in 2020.
1.2 miN
Shopping, Market
Chhatta Chowk, Delhi
32 min walk • The Chhatta Chowk is a long passage way that contains a bazaar, or market, located in the Red Fort of Delhi, India. The Chhatta Chowk is located behind the Lahori Gate and is set within an arched passage.
1.1 miNW
Mosque
Panja Sharif, Delhi
29 min walk • Panja Sharif the oldest Karbala in the city of Delhi. It is located at Kashmiri Gate. It is a major majlis khana used for Karbala mourning ceremonies. Maulana Kalbe Rushaid Rizvi has addressed the ashrae majalis of Panja Sharif Imambargah for many years. Mirza Muhammad Kamil Dehlavi is buried there.
0.9 miNW
Mosque
Golden Mosque, Delhi
23 min walk • The Golden Mosque, or Sunehri Masjid, is a mosque in Chandni Chowk of Old Delhi. It is located outside the southwestern corner of Delhi Gate of the Red Fort, opposite the Netaji Subhash Park.
1.2 miN
Forts and castles
Rang Mahal, Delhi
31 min walk • The Rang Mahal or Palace of Colour is located in the Red Fort, Delhi. It originally served as a part of the imperial harem and was known as the Palace of Distinction during the rule of Shah Jahan.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Gandhi Museum open?

National Gandhi Museum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 5:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to National Gandhi Museum?

Nearby attractions include Arun Jaitley Stadium, Delhi (5 min walk), Raj Ghat, Delhi (7 min walk), Feroz Shah Kotla, Delhi (8 min walk), Khooni Darwaza, Delhi (9 min walk).

How to get to National Gandhi Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Gandhi Museum:

Bus

Doctor Ambedkar Terminal • Lines: 307, 309, 347, 348, 793 (4 min walk)
Raj Ghat • Lines: (-) Tms, (+) Tms (6 min walk)

Metro

Delhi Gate • Lines: Violet Line (8 min walk)
Ito • Lines: Violet Line (20 min walk)

Train

Tilak Bridge (23 min walk)
Shivaji Bridge (31 min walk)