--- title: "National Museum Educational Trip for Schools" description: "Free guided museum tour for school students across 5000 years of history" category: "Educational Trip" city: "Delhi NCR" canonical_url: "https://www.xperiyo.com/delhi/educational-trip/national-museum-educational-trip" --- # National Museum Educational Trip for Schools Educational Trip - Janpath, Central Secretariat, Delhi NCR - Verified **Price:** from INR 0 to INR 20 **Capacity:** up to 120 guests **Address:** Janpath, Rajpath Area, Central Secretariat, New Delhi, Delhi, 110011 **Official website:** https://nationalmuseumindia.gov.in/ ## About The National Museum Educational Trip brings school groups face to face with more than 5000 years of Indian history on Janpath in central New Delhi. Under the Yuva Saathi Programme, student groups get a free 60 minute guided tour led by museum educators, moving through the Harappan, Maurya, Gupta and Buddhist galleries, the sacred Buddha relics, bronzes, manuscripts, arms and armour and more. Pre-booking is required at least 7 days in advance, each slot takes 100 to 120 students, and an educational film show in the auditorium can be added on request. Student entry is free and teachers pay only the standard Rs. 20 entry. ## Good for - Educational Trip - Day Picnic for Schools ## Amenities - Guided Gallery Tour -- A 60 minute free guided walk through the museum for student groups under the Yuva Saathi Programme, led by museum educators. - Harappan Gallery -- Indus Valley artefacts including the famed Dancing Girl, seals, pottery and toys that bring 5000 year old history to life for students. - Buddhist Art and Relics -- Buddhist art and the sacred relics of Buddha from Piprahwa, a highlight stop on the school tour. - Auditorium Film Show -- An educational film show in the museum auditorium, available to schools on pre-booking along with the visit. - Sketching in the Galleries -- Students can sketch from the antiquities; drawing sheets, pencils, boards and easels are provided by the Education Department. ## Packages ### School Group Guided Tour (Popular) INR 0 per person - 60 minute guided tour - Free 60 minute guided tour under the Yuva Saathi Programme - Student tickets exempted, teachers pay Rs. 20 each - 100 to 120 students per slot - Tours from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Tuesday to Sunday - Pre-booking required at least 7 days in advance via email - Auditorium film show available on request ## Add-ons - **Auditorium Film Show** -- Free - Educational film show in the museum auditorium, available to schools on pre-booking ## Terms & conditions 1. Pre-booking is mandatory for all school groups and must be made at least 7 days before the visit. 2. Booking is done by email to yuvasaathi.nm@gmail.com. 3. Each slot is limited to 100 to 120 students. 4. The first guided tour starts at 10:30 AM and the last at 3:30 PM, Tuesday to Sunday. 5. Student tickets are exempted; teachers and escorts pay Rs. 20 per person. 6. The museum is closed on Mondays and gazetted holidays. 7. Auditorium film show is available only on prior request with the booking. ## FAQ **Is the guided tour really free for students?** Yes. Under the Yuva Saathi Programme student tickets are exempted and the 60 minute guided tour is free. Teachers and escorts pay the standard Rs. 20 entry. **How far in advance do we need to book?** Pre-booking is mandatory and must be made at least 7 days before the visiting date by email to yuvasaathi.nm@gmail.com. **How many students are allowed in one slot?** Each slot is limited to 100 to 120 students. Tours run from 10:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Tuesday to Sunday. **Can we add a film show?** Yes. An educational film show in the museum auditorium is available to schools on pre-booking, requested along with the visit. **What are the timings and closed days?** The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM and is closed on Mondays and gazetted holidays. **How do I book for a group or multiple people?** Submit your booking as a lead on xperiyo.com with the number of people and your preferred date of visit, and the team will confirm your slot. ## Guides & planning - [5 Best Museums in Delhi NCR for a Weekend Outing in 2026](https://www.xperiyo.com/blog/best-museums-delhi-ncr-weekend-outing-2026) -- Discover 5 of the best museums in Delhi NCR for a weekend outing--from art and history to photography, science and interactive experiences. Find the right museum for couples, families and friends. - [5 Best First Date Spots in Delhi NCR -- And Why They're Worth It](https://www.xperiyo.com/blog/best-first-date-spots-delhi-ncr) -- Looking for the best first date spots in Delhi NCR? From Lodhi Garden to Olive Bar & Kitchen, here are 5 places worth choosing--and why they work. --- [View on Xperiyo](https://www.xperiyo.com/delhi/educational-trip/national-museum-educational-trip)