The National Gallery of Modern Art Bengaluru presents Indian art from the early 18th century to the present in a heritage mansion on Palace Road.
Its collection spans paintings, sculptures, graphic prints and early photography, making it a cultural stop among the museums in Bangalore. The gallery is about 32 minutes on foot or 12 minutes by car from a three-star hotel in Bengaluru.
- Location: #49, Manikyavelu Mansion, Palace Road, Bengaluru 560052
- Typical opening pattern: Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday
- Admission: ₹20 for Indian visitors and ₹500 for foreign nationals
What does the National Gallery of Modern Art Bengaluru display?
The National Gallery of Modern Art Bengaluru displays Indian paintings, sculptures, graphic prints and early photography, spanning art from the early 18th century to the present. Its setting is Manikyavelu Mansion, a heritage building complemented by a newer gallery block.
The Bengaluru site covers 3.5 acres, with 1,551 square metres of display space in the mansion and 1,260 square metres in the newer block. The gallery opened to the public on 18 February 2009.
It is administered as a subordinate office of India’s Ministry of Culture and is one of three National Galleries of Modern Art in the country, alongside those in Delhi and Mumbai.
Its broad chronological range makes the collection a way to follow shifts in Indian art across different forms. The gallery is one part of the city’s wider museum scene in Bengaluru.
How much time should you plan for a visit?
Scheduled gallery walks offer an introduction to the art, with one-hour walks on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 4:00 to 5:00 PM. You can also choose a regular walk for adults aged 18 and above: “Introduction to the language of art” runs for 45 minutes on Wednesdays from 3:00 to 3:45 PM, while “Introduction to Modern Indian Art” runs for one hour and 15 minutes on Saturdays from 10:30 to 11:45 AM.
If a walk is part of your plan, check the official site before you go for the current schedule and booking details.
What are the tickets, opening days and visitor rules?
The gallery is closed on national holidays. Entry costs ₹20 for Indian visitors and ₹500 for foreign nationals. Students and children up to Class XII enter free with a school ID.
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Friday: 10:00–18:00
- Saturday and Sunday: 11:00–20:00
- Monday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Online tickets are available through the Highway Delite experiences platform. Bags are not permitted inside the museum galleries, so use the designated storage area.
How do you get to the gallery from Majestic?
The gallery is at #49, Manikyavelu Mansion, Palace Road, Bengaluru 560052. From Majestic, plan your onward journey to Palace Road by car or local transport. For a city-centre itinerary that can include the gallery, a one-day route through central Bengaluru connects the visit with other stops.
What can you combine with a gallery visit?
Cubbon Park and Vidhana Soudha are central Bengaluru landmarks to consider alongside the gallery. From J.P. Cordial, Cubbon Park is about 33 minutes on foot or 17 minutes by car, while Vidhana Soudha is about 30 minutes on foot or 13 minutes by car.
You can shape a day around the gallery and central-city sights by choosing one additional stop.
FAQs
Where is the National Gallery of Modern Art Bengaluru?
It is at #49, Manikyavelu Mansion, Palace Road, Bengaluru 560052.
What kind of art is on display?
The collection presents Indian art from the early 18th century to the present, including paintings, sculptures, graphic prints and early photography.
Is the gallery open on Mondays?
Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday. No. It is closed on national holidays.
Can students enter free?
Students and children up to Class XII are admitted free when they present a school ID.