Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum

A historic school building has been transformed into a museum.

Features an impressive Japanese and Chinese art collection, including porcelain and sculptures from the Far East.

Showcases works by renowned Indian artists such as Samuel Fyzee-Rahamin, Phanindranath Bose, and M. V. Dhurandhar.

The museum is set amidst lush greenery and gardens, with a grand portico at the entrance. Inside, the reception and ticketing area leads to 22 galleries, each showcasing exquisitely themed collections. Located within the expansive grounds of Lukshmi Vilas Palace, the museum is conveniently close to other popular Vadodara attractions like Sur Sagar and Nyay Mandir.

History

Established in 1961, the Maharaja Fateh Singh Museum is housed in the historic Motibaug Prince’s School, where the young Gaekwad royals were once educated. The museum was the vision of Maharaja Fateh Singh Gaekwad, who sought to make the family’s invaluable artefacts accessible to the public.

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By Air: The museum is in Vadodara, conveniently accessible from the city’s airport.

By Train: The museum is in Vadodara, conveniently accessible from the railway station.

By Road:Vadodara is well-connected with major cities like Ahmedabad, Surat, and Mumbai.

Meals are a divine experience, served in the intricately designed ‘Kapchi Room’ or in the serene ‘Neem Chawk’ courtyard overlooking the tranquil lake.