The Partition Museum in Amritsar tells the story of Partition through the experiences of people who lived through it, using artefacts donated by survivors and their families. Housed in the city’s historic Town Hall, it makes a natural pairing with Jallianwala Bagh for a central history-focused visit.
- Location: The Partition Museum Town Hall, Amritsar 143006.
- Typical hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; closed Mondays.
- Admission: INR 10 for Indian nationals and INR 250 for foreign nationals.
Prices and times checked November 2026.
What the museum documents
The Partition Museum documents Partition through the lives and experiences of people affected by it. Its home is Amritsar’s historic Town Hall building, giving the museum a place within the city’s central heritage area.
The museum’s story moves from the period before Partition through the independence movement and demands for separate countries, then traces Partition and its consequences. Artefacts donated by survivors and their families connect that historical sequence with individual experiences.
For context beyond the museum, you can pair the visit with Jallianwala Bagh history and visitor information. Both sites offer a way to consider different parts of Amritsar’s history during a visit to the central area.
How the galleries are arranged
The galleries follow a chronological narrative, beginning before Partition and continuing through the events and consequences that followed. This sequence gives you a clear route through the museum’s account rather than presenting the history as a collection of unrelated themes.
Survivor- and family-donated artefacts are part of that account. Photography and videography are prohibited inside, so plan to experience the displays without taking pictures.
Admission and visitor planning
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and closed on Mondays. Admission costs INR 10 for Indian nationals and INR 250 for foreign nationals; children aged five and below and Partition survivors enter free. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you go.
The museum is entirely wheelchair friendly, with a lift to the first floor and restroom facilities accessible to wheelchairs and prams. Guided tours are available on demand; contact the manager for details. The museum’s address is The Partition Museum Town Hall, Amritsar 143006.
For a central Amritsar heritage walk, the Amritsar Old City heritage walk can help you connect the museum with the surrounding historic area.
Pairing the museum with Jallianwala Bagh
Jallianwala Bagh pairs naturally with the museum for a visit focused on Amritsar’s history. The garden is about a 3-minute walk from Hotel Robin.
You can visit the museum first and then continue to the garden, or reverse the order to suit your plans. The museum is also a 5–7-minute walk from the Golden Temple, so the central sights can be considered together when planning your day.
FAQs
Where is the Partition Museum?
It is housed in the historic Town Hall building at The Partition Museum Town Hall, Amritsar 143006.
What does the Partition Museum cover?
Its narrative moves from the pre-Partition period and independence movement through Partition and its consequences, using experiences and donated artefacts to tell the story.
Can you take photographs inside the museum?
No. Photography and videography are prohibited inside.
Are guided tours available?
Guided tours are available on demand. Contact the museum’s manager for details.