BIRLA INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGICAL MUSEUM
Ballygunge, Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Being the first scientific and industrial museum in India, Birla Industrial and Technological Museum (BITM) is one of the prime attractions of Kolkata and is located on the Gurusaday Road. The museum was set up on 2nd May 1959 and opened to the general public. It was initially known as Birla Park and within three years of its opening was converted into a museum. The palatial structure of museum has led to it becoming a famous tourist attraction famous for its galleries and 3D shows organized in the premises. Birla Park was transformed into BITM under the influence of Dr. B.C. Roy, who in the year 1956 felt that a developing nation like India needed museums in its vicinity. Therefore, the property was handed over to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru by G.D. Birla to set up the museum which took nearly three years to complete. BITM is also the pioneer of the Mobile Science Exhibition which was the first exhibition on wheels.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to November
Do's & Dont's
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Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
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Don't touch the Artifacts.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 09:30 AM | 06:30 PM | 30 | 25 |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Esplanade Bus Terminus |
4.2 KM | 7699993930 |
 Sealdah Railway Station |
5 KM | 139 |
 Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport |
20 KM | 033-25118036 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Ballygunge | 1 KM |
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