Indian Naval Aviation Museum Entry Fee
- 20 per person
Indian Naval Aviation Museum Phone
0832 258 5384
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Indian Naval Aviation Museum Address: Bogmalo Road, Vasco Da Gama, Bagmalo, Goa, 403806, India
Indian Naval Aviation Museum Goa is a unique museum established in 1998 to exhibit the functioning and evolution of the Indian military’s naval air arm. It’s one of the two naval aviation museums in India that showcases various (decommissioned) aircraft used by the Indian Navy.
The museum, which started with a modest collection of only six aircraft, has expanded to include weapons, uniforms, and many vintage documents and photographs. The complex has stunning outdoor and indoor exhibits to put everything on display. It’s one of the most popular museums in Goa.
This military museum is situated near Dabolim airport in the Vasco da Gama area of Goa. It’s built on a plateau overlooking the famous Bogmalo Beach.
Things to do at Naval Aviation Museum Goa
1. Exploring the aircraft exhibits – The Naval Aviation Museum in Goa boasts an impressive outdoor park featuring vintage aircraft and helicopters. It has many iconic planes, like Hawker Sea Hawk, Short Sealand and Sea Harrier. Lockheed Super Constellation is a highlight of the outdoor exhibit. The museum also has large models of INS Vikrant and INS Viraat aircraft carriers. It has a fascinating collection of aircraft engines, weapons and uniforms as well.
2. Discovering naval aviation history – The museum is considered one-of-a-kind in Asia, leading you on a magnificent journey of maritime aviation. The gallery inside houses exhibits that tell you about battles, air stations and squadrons, among other things. It’s pretty vast and in-depth, and you can learn a lot about the history of our army.
3. Capture memories at Vyuha – Vyuha is the designated selfie corner in the museum. Here, you can take perfect photos to commemorate your visit. For a broader view, head to Kshitij, the viewing gallery of the museum. It allows you to appreciate the impressive array of exhibits related to the Naval Aviation Museum’s history. It offers a panoramic view of the parked aircraft in the outdoor exhibit area.
4. Watching an aviation documentary – The museum also has a mini theatre that plays a captivating 20-minute documentary on naval aviation every hour. This short film brings to life the history and world of warplanes, offering a perfect complement to the physical exhibits. You can also check out the virtual reality corner for an immersive flying experience.
5. Shopping and dining – Round off your visit with a stop at the Glass Cockpit Cafe, where you can relax and enjoy refreshments. Near the museum’s entrance, there is also a souvenir shop where you can buy items such as mugs, t-shirts or caps. 3D-printed aircraft models, too, are available here, serving as reminders of your visit to this unique aviation museum.
Naval Aviation Museum Goa Timings and Entry Fees
The museum is open from 10 AM to 5 PM. You can visit it on any day except Mondays and national holidays. It’s best to explore it during winter, from November to February. It takes only 1-2 hours to check out the exhibits here.
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The Naval Aviation Museum Goa entry fee is ₹20 per person.
How to reach Indian Naval Aviation Museum Goa?
Indian Naval Aviation Museum in Goa is near Vasco da Gama. It’s 29 km from Madgaon railway station and 23 km from Margao bus terminal. Vasco da Gama’s bus stand and railway station are closer (about 8 km away) to the museum, though. From Dabolim Airport, the museum is only 4 km away.
And here are the different ways to reach this aviation museum –
By bus – While direct buses to the museum aren’t available, you can take a bus to Dabolim Airport or Vasco da Gama and then take the one going towards Bogmalo. You can get off near the Naval Aviation Museum, only a few metres away from the road.
By bike – Having a rental bike is a convenient way to visit the museum. Rental bikes and mopeds are available for hourly hires throughout Goa.
By taxi/cab – A taxi/cab is the most comfortable option for exploring Naval Aviation Museum Goa. You can hire a full-day cab from the top car rentals in Goa to visit the museum and nearby tourist places.
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