Cultural Museums in Ernakulam

Hill Palace Museum

Archaeological Museum
Ernakulam District

Largest archaeological museum in Kerala, housed in the former palace of Cochin royal family with extensive collections.

Key Attractions:
Royal Artifacts Archaeological Finds Deer Park
October to March
215 km

Folklore Museum

Cultural Museum
Ernakulam District

Unique museum dedicated to Kerala's folk traditions, displaying traditional costumes, artifacts, and cultural implements.

Key Attractions:
Traditional Costumes Folk Artifacts Cultural Displays
Year Round
220 km

Indo-Portuguese Museum

Heritage Museum
Ernakulam District

Specialized museum showcasing the Indo-Portuguese cultural synthesis, featuring religious art and colonial artifacts.

Key Attractions:
Religious Art Colonial Artifacts Portuguese Heritage
Year Round
220 km

Museum of Kerala History

State History Museum
Ernakulam District

Comprehensive museum at Edappally showcasing Kerala's complete historical timeline, featuring artifacts, documents, and exhibits covering prehistoric to modern Kerala history.

Key Attractions:
Historical Timeline Ancient Artifacts Colonial Period Gallery
Year-round
215 km

Kerala Folklore Museum

Folklore & Cultural Museum
Ernakulam District

Three-storied architectural marvel showcasing Kerala's folk traditions, tribal art, ritual objects, costumes, and performing arts through authentic displays and live demonstrations.

Key Attractions:
Tribal Art Collection Traditional Costumes Ritual Objects
October to March
220 km

Indo-Portuguese Museum

Colonial Heritage Museum
Ernakulam District

Unique museum showcasing 450 years of Portuguese colonial influence in Kerala, featuring religious art, colonial artifacts, and Indo-Portuguese cultural synthesis.

Key Attractions:
Colonial Art Religious Artifacts Portuguese Documents
Year-round
225 km

Jewish Synagogue Museum

Religious Heritage Museum
Ernakulam District

Historic synagogue museum in Mattancherry preserving Kerala's Jewish heritage, featuring ancient scrolls, religious artifacts, and the story of Cochin Jews.

Key Attractions:
Ancient Torah Scrolls Jewish Artifacts Synagogue Architecture
October to March
230 km

Hill Palace Archaeological Museum

Archaeological & Royal Museum
Ernakulam District

Largest archaeological museum in Kerala housed in the former Cochin royal family residence, featuring royal collections, archaeological artifacts, and heritage objects.

Key Attractions:
Royal Collections Archaeological Gallery Crown Jewels
October to March
210 km