Mahatma Gandhi Museum in Rajkot presents Gandhi’s life in the former school where he studied. Its galleries and 3D projection trace his journey from “Mohandas” to “Mahatma,” making it a focused cultural stop in the city.
- Address: Jubilee Chowk, Jawahar Road, Rajkot-360001, Gujarat, India
- Regular hours: Open Tuesday to Sunday; closed Monday
- Typical visit: about 45 minutes
- Ticket basics: Rs. 10 for children aged 3–12 and Rs. 25 per person for visitors above 12
Where is Mahatma Gandhi Museum in Rajkot?
Mahatma Gandhi Museum is at Jubilee Chowk on Jawahar Road, in central Rajkot. Its home is the former Alfred High School, which was also known as Kathiawar High School and Mohandas Gandhi Vidhyalaya.
The school opened on 17 October 1853 with 36 students. The museum was inaugurated on 30 September 2018 and is jointly managed by Rajkot Municipal Corporation and Gujarat Tourism.
What can you see at the museum?
The museum uses galleries and 3D projection to trace Gandhi’s life, with the stated aim of following his journey from “Mohandas” to “Mahatma.” Allow about 45 minutes for a visit when planning the rest of your day.
Facilities include a guide, ticket counter, cloakroom, helpdesk, library, children’s area, ATM, parking, toilets and garden. Charkha Eatery, the museum’s food court, offers vegetarian food, snacks and beverages.
How do you get to the museum and Rajkot Junction?
From a hotel near Mahatma Gandhi Museum, the museum is about a 6-minute walk or a 4-minute drive. Rajkot Junction is a useful onward connection before heading to the museum.
The museum’s address gives you a destination for a local taxi or other city transport: Jubilee Chowk, Jawahar Road. Rajkot is connected by road to major cities in Gujarat and neighboring states, and Rajkot Junction is on the Western Railway Ahmedabad–Hapa broad-gauge line.
What are the museum hours and ticket options?
Ticket holders must enter before 6:00 PM.
Opening hours
- Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00–19:00
- Monday: closed
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
A separate ticket is required for the Light & Sound Show, with its start time ranging from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Tickets cost Rs. 10 for children aged 3–12 and Rs. 25 per person for visitors above 12. The foreign-visitor ticket is Rs. 400; static-camera and professional-camera charges are Rs. 100 and Rs. 400, respectively.
Allow about 45 minutes for the galleries, and leave time to enter before the ticket cutoff. Hours, show times and prices can change; check the official site before you go.
What else can you pair with a museum visit?
Rajkot city centre can fit naturally around a museum visit. For neighbourhood context, this practical guide to Rajkot city centre can help you plan where to go.
Watson Museum is another museum option in Rajkot, about a 7-minute walk or 3-minute drive from Hotel Classique Rajkot.
FAQs
Who manages Mahatma Gandhi Museum?
Rajkot Municipal Corporation and Gujarat Tourism jointly manage the museum.
Does the museum have food facilities?
Yes. Charkha Eatery serves vegetarian food, snacks and beverages.
What else can you visit in Rajkot?
Watson Museum is another museum in the city. This Watson Museum guide covers its collections, location and visit planning.
Can you visit more than one Rajkot attraction in a day?
A city-centre itinerary can help you plan the order of stops; this one-day itinerary for Rajkot focuses on the city centre.