Museums in Bhubaneswar

Literally translating to ‘the Lord of the Universe’, Bhubaneswar is an ancient city in Odisha that packs in many centuries of fascinating history. Also known as the Temple City of India, it is an educational and cultural hub as well.

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Things To See & Do

Odisha State Museum

Odisha State Museum

Treasure Trove of Rare Artefacts
Located in the education centre of BJB Nagar, the museum initially displayed a modest collection that included ancient coins, excavated sculptures etc. But over a period of time, it evolved and now houses a vast range of rare artefacts, archaeological specimens, preserved art collections and age-old manuscripts.

2-3 hours

Suggested Time

Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts

Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts

Tribute to Odisha’s Cultural Legacy
Located at CRPF colony, Nayapalli, the Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts has been recognised by UNESCO to be among the best Indian tribal museums.

2-3 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Bhubaneswar

Winter destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • MAR-MAY

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with sunny skies. Ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
  • Things You'll Love:Visiting beautiful temples, exploring the city zoo and nearby wildlife sanctuaries, high street shopping and soaking in the culture.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Makar SankrantiJanuary

Maha ShivratriFebruary/March

Ratha YatraJune/July

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Exploring a destination like Bhubaneswar

Known for its Heritage, Bhubaneswar is a hugely popular tourist spot. Thronged by tourists mainly during October, November, December, January and February, Bhubaneswar is a tourists’ delight. Makar Sankranti, Maha Shivratri, and Ratha Yatra are some of the most popular festivals that happen during the month of (January, February/March, and June/July consecutively.

While June, July, August and September are considered moderate season, March, April and May are considered off-seasons to visit the place. In peak season, i.e., in October, November, December, January and February you can expect pleasant weather with sunny skies. Ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities, whilst in the moderate season you will experience humid weather with heavy showers. In off-season the weather here is scorching heat, which makes sightseeing and outdoor activities difficult for tourists.

In Bhubaneswar, tourists enjoy getting indulged in visiting beautiful temples, exploring the city zoo and nearby wildlife sanctuaries, high street shopping and soaking in the culture in the peak season, whereas in moderate season the verdant surroundings, which provide a breath of fresh air and a dip in the intense heat, which plagues the region during summer months are the frequently enjoyed activities. However, if you are travelling in off-season you can enjoy escaping the crowds, heavy off-season discounts, visiting malls and indoor museums as well as evening picnics at beaches close to the city.

In terms of things to do or places to visit in Bhubaneswar, some of the most popular places that tourists visit are Nandankanan Zoological Park, Lingaraj Temple, Odisha State Museum.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Bhubaneswar

What is the best time to visit Bhubaneswar?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Bhubaneswar, you can choose to go in October, November, December, January and February which is the peak season and June, July, August and September which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.

What are the best places to visit in Bhubaneswar?

Bhubaneswar has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in Bhubaneswar include - Nandankanan Zoological Park, Lingaraj Temple, and Odisha State Museum. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

What are the activities you can explore during the peak season and moderate season in Bhubaneswar?

In the peak season months October, November, December, January and February you will experience pleasant weather with sunny skies. Ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities wherein around moderate season i.e. June, July, August and September you will enjoy humid weather with heavy showers. Whatever that suits your calendar, Bhubaneswar awaits you for a good time.