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The Indian Naval Maritime Museum at INS Dronacharya in Kochi showcases India’s seafaring heritage from ancient trade routes to modern naval achievements. Housed in two World War II bunkers, its galleries detail Kerala’s links with Arab, Portuguese, and Dutch merchants, the rise of the Indian Navy, and post-independence campaigns like Goa’s liberation and the Kargil War. Outdoor displays include torpedoes, radar systems, and a decommissioned Seahawk helicopter.
Highlights of the Collection
Inside, you’ll find brass muzzle-loading cannons, ship models, naval uniforms, flags, and communication equipment used by sailors over the centuries. A dedicated section honors naval heroes such as Kunjali Marakkar, while interactive exhibits explain shipbuilding techniques and tactical evolution. The museum also features a mini-theater screening documentaries on the Navy’s role in safeguarding India’s maritime interests.
Visitor Information
Open daily (except Mondays) from 9:30 AM–1:30 PM and 2:30 PM–5:30 PM, the museum is free for children; adults pay INR 50. Still cameras incur INR 100 fee (INR 200 for foreigners), and video cameras INR 200 fee (INR 300 for foreigners). It’s a 12 km drive from Ernakulam station and 44 km from Cochin International Airport, with easy road access via NH 66.
FAQ's
Entry Fee for Indian Naval Maritime Museum
Entry to the Indian Naval Maritime Museum is free for children and INR 40 for adults.
Best Time to Visit Indian Naval Maritime Museum
The Indian Naval Maritime Museum is open all days of the week except Mondays. One can visit the museum anytime but the time to visit this museum is after 3 PM, from October to March.
Things to Do at Indian Naval Maritime Museum
Explore the museum, Local food, Photography, etc.
How to Reach Indian Naval Maritime Museum
One can access the museum by road easily, the nearest railway station is Ernakulam which is 12 kilometers away and the closest airport is Cochin International airport which is 44 kilometers away from the Maritime Museum.
