National History Museum
National History Museum
4.5
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
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chaletaria
London, United Kingdom558 contributions
Sep 2019
The Zanabazar museum proved more interesting. This museum is fine, but one whole floor is devoted to very recent history. If you want to take photos you have to pay twice- ensure you have the photo ticket because the guards will check (repeatedly). The most interesting galleries on ancient history are shut.
Written May 25, 2020
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rgwbaldwin
Hong Kong, China61 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Great introduction to the history of Mongolia. The top two floors are particularly interesting with a beautiful array of national costumes. The only drawback would be the lack of English information. An english speaking guide through this museum would have been great.
Well worth a visit.
Well worth a visit.
Written October 23, 2023
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JMED
New York City, NY39 contributions
This was a good checklist item of things to do while in Ulaanbaatar city. It was about 2500 tugrig (local currency--10,000 tugrig is about $7 USD right now), but it was an extra 10,000 tugrig just to take pictures and we skipped that option. There is a small gift shop and cafe inside as well.
There are about 7 major halls that go through the different periods of Mongolia. Luckily, most of the exhibits had descriptions translated in English. Because of that, we were able to explore the museum at our own pace, but while we were there, there was a guided tour going on and i wasn't sure where people had signed up for that. Some of the highlights of the museum trips was the hall that showed how several different tribes dressed and how every item them wore described something about them from race, single or married, religion, culture, etc. There's also a life size Ger that you can explore (outside looking in), and different musical instruments.
Towards the end of the museum halls you get to learn about Mongolia's evolving relationships with China and Russia, the 'purge', and current Mongolia today.
It's centrally located so it's an easy walk to check out The State Department store (souvenirs) and of course, Shukhbaatar square, as well as several restaurants.
There are about 7 major halls that go through the different periods of Mongolia. Luckily, most of the exhibits had descriptions translated in English. Because of that, we were able to explore the museum at our own pace, but while we were there, there was a guided tour going on and i wasn't sure where people had signed up for that. Some of the highlights of the museum trips was the hall that showed how several different tribes dressed and how every item them wore described something about them from race, single or married, religion, culture, etc. There's also a life size Ger that you can explore (outside looking in), and different musical instruments.
Towards the end of the museum halls you get to learn about Mongolia's evolving relationships with China and Russia, the 'purge', and current Mongolia today.
It's centrally located so it's an easy walk to check out The State Department store (souvenirs) and of course, Shukhbaatar square, as well as several restaurants.
Written June 27, 2009
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Global768312
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia37 contributions
Sep 2019
This is the Holy Grail of museums for those who research Mongolian Culture. They have artefacts from before Chinggis Khaan, on up through the time of Mongolian Independence. They have a whole floor of National costumes, and there are 6 extant garments from the 12th to the 14th centuries pieced together under glass. There is armor and weapons, ceramics and jewelry. I personally spent 3 hours there but I am a history geek.
The bottom floor supposedly has prehistory artefacts but was not open when I went, I plan to go again to see it.
It costs 10,000 MNT to get in and another 10,000 to take photos, I paid for it because I took a lot photos and if they see you snapping a lot they will approach you and ask if you bought the permit. It is about 4.00 well worth it if you want lots of photos of the exhibits.
I loved this museum and highly recommend it as a cultural outing.
The bottom floor supposedly has prehistory artefacts but was not open when I went, I plan to go again to see it.
It costs 10,000 MNT to get in and another 10,000 to take photos, I paid for it because I took a lot photos and if they see you snapping a lot they will approach you and ask if you bought the permit. It is about 4.00 well worth it if you want lots of photos of the exhibits.
I loved this museum and highly recommend it as a cultural outing.
Written November 3, 2019
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dupeyabu
Bristol, UK544 contributions
Oct 2019
This museum was far better than we were expecting - especially after being a bit disappointed with the Dinosaur Museum. Except of the the first hall, almost every exhibit had information in English. (maybe the first hall is 'work in progress'). We found it well-organized so that the halls flowed from early history to present day.
I particularly enjoyed the costume section and some articles of clothing were ancient - even hundreds of years old I think.
We spent about 2 hours there, but it would have been longer if we'd had time to read all the information.
I was a bit disappointed with the gift shop. Why there aren't some replicas of exhibits, such as the small buddhas! This is the same in most museums I have visited.
Also, the toilets were out of order - which was a bit of an inconvenience!
Incidentally, I think the museum is now called 'The National Museum of Mongolia'.
Not to be missed.
I particularly enjoyed the costume section and some articles of clothing were ancient - even hundreds of years old I think.
We spent about 2 hours there, but it would have been longer if we'd had time to read all the information.
I was a bit disappointed with the gift shop. Why there aren't some replicas of exhibits, such as the small buddhas! This is the same in most museums I have visited.
Also, the toilets were out of order - which was a bit of an inconvenience!
Incidentally, I think the museum is now called 'The National Museum of Mongolia'.
Not to be missed.
Written October 11, 2019
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Retired_Miami
Miami, FL347 contributions
Aug 2019
Nicely laid out, English explanations, and a worthwhile place to spend an hour or so to better understand Mongolia. It was stifling hot so don’t wear heavy clothes even though it was cool outside.
Written August 8, 2019
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MarkWaters79
England, UK161 contributions
Oct 2018 • Friends
Very much worth a look. Next to the Palace. 8000 MNT entry fee. 10,000 MNT if you want to take photos. Admittedly I just took photos anyway, discreetly.
Lots to see and well laid out into different sections.
Lots to see and well laid out into different sections.
Written October 27, 2018
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David R
Schenectady, NY49 contributions
Sep 2017 • Solo
I have been in UB twice and visited the National History Museum both times. It is on of my favourite museums and well worth anybody's time. This museum moves you through in a somewhat organized flow carrying you from prehistory to the peaceful revolution that replaced the Stalinist regime.
I particularly liked the fact that some of the videos were in English or had English subtitles. Most of the labels were clear.
This is well worth a few hours of your time and seeing how much they have improved since I was in UB in 2014 I will stop again when I am next there in a few years.
I particularly liked the fact that some of the videos were in English or had English subtitles. Most of the labels were clear.
This is well worth a few hours of your time and seeing how much they have improved since I was in UB in 2014 I will stop again when I am next there in a few years.
Written September 26, 2017
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Jeff K
Pittsburgh, PA2,204 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
I spent 45 minutes here and thought that it was pretty good. English signage was good enough. I would like to have seen more details regarding the Chinggis Khan era but they did a nice job regarding the 20th century and the emergence of democracy. It’s conveniently located near several other tourist sights.
Written April 6, 2024
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judyt174
Singapore12 contributions
May 2019
The National History Museum is a great place to find out more about the history of Mongolia in a nutshell! Very informative! It’s a Must See for everyone who visits Mongolia, to appreciate the country’s rich heritage.
Written October 16, 2019
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Hi, Do they take credit card in the shop or is it cash only? Thanks
Written July 27, 2019
They may accept cash. But I recommend you to have cash with you
Written July 30, 2019
vivientamhk
Hong Kong, China
How much for an adult ticket and a person above aged 12?
Written June 2, 2015
I went last year, I still have ticket and the brochure:
Adult 5,000 tug
Student 2,500 tug
Child 1,000 tug
Family 6000 tug
Couple 4000 tug
Audio guide tour English 3000 tug
Photography surcharge: 10,000 tug
They don't really speak English and I found out local Mongolians do not have to pay.
Good luck! Any further help in Ulaanbataar, let me know :D
Written June 3, 2015
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