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Goa Museums
(Goa, India, IN)



It is easy to step back in time in a number of Goa's top museums, with the Archaeological Museum being especially notable and located in Old Goa, some 9 km / 6 miles from Panaji.

Within Panaji itself, Goa's capital city, the State Museum is amongst the best offerings and popular with history buffs and general tourists alike.

Families will enjoy the aircraft and plane memorabilia within the Naval Aviation Museum, while for others, the archaeological gems and antiques within the Museum of Goa Daman and Diu may be of interest.

The main museums in Goa are described below.




Goa Museums: Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery - Old Goa, Goa, India, IN
Established in the mid-1960s, the Archaeological Museum and Portrait Gallery lies within Old Goa. Home to a collection of many rare artefacts and large statues, the museum transports you back to the Goa of many years ago. With eight separate themed galleries showcasing Goa at its best, the main exhibits include ceramics, coins, stamps, bronze statues, wooden sculptures, ancient maps, Paleolithic tools, some archaeological finds dating back more than 2,000 years, and a selection of important portraits.
Goa museum open: daily - 10:00 to 17:00
Goa museum admission: charge

Goa Museums: Archives Museum Goa / State Museum - Patto Plaze, Panaji, Goa, India, IN
Located in Panaji, the Archives Museum Goa dominates the area and also often goes by the name of the State Museum. Inside you will discover a spacious interior, housing an eclectic collection of items of local significance, such as an intricate carved table once used during the famous Goa Inquisition, antique lottery machines, various historic art works of Hindu origin, photographs of Usgalimal's prehistoric rock carvings, and also some treasures saved from local smugglers.
Goa museum open: Monday to Friday - 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:30
Goa museum admission: charge

Goa Museums: The Houses of Goa Museum - Torda, Goa, India, IN
Located within the village of Torda, the Houses of Goa Museum is known for its striking architecture, which resembles a ship structure. Inside you will be able to enjoy information about the traditional architecture within Goa, along with a large collection of different building materials and a slide show at 19:00.
Goa museum open: Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 19:30
Goa museum admission: charge

Goa Museums: Museum of Goa Daman and Diu - Panaji, Goa, India, IN
Located within the city of Panaji, the Museum of Goa is dedicated to both local archives and archaeology. The Museum of Goa Daman and Diu features a mixture of textiles, sculptures, antiquities, period furnishings, Hindu art works and even some detailed ivory carvings.
Goa museum open: Monday to Saturday - 10:00 to 13:00 and 14:00 to 17:30
Goa museum admission: charge

Goa Museums: The Naval Aviation Museum - Dabolim, Vasco-Da-Gama, Goa, India, IN
Founded in 1998, the Naval Aviation Museum is dedicated to the history of Naval Aviation throughout India, being full of historic weaponry and no less than 12 different planes. Located some 6 km / 4 miles from the port of Vasco-da-Gama and overlooking the Arabian Sea, the Naval Aviation Museum is especially close to Hollant Beach. Other highlights include historic photographs, many restored engines, and an interior painted to resemble an actual aircraft carrier.
Goa museum open: Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00
Goa museum admission: charge

 
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