Plan Your Visit

Opening Hours

Monday to Saturday
9:30 AM to 4:30 AM
Sunday
Closed
Selected Government Holiday
Closed
Children

$ 0

  • General entry
  • Free audio guide
  • Art studio pass
  • Shop access
Tourist
Non Indian

$ 5

  • Free guest passes
  • Private tours inc.
  • Event invites sent
  • Discounted art shop
Tourist

$ 3

/ per month
  • Curator meet access
  • Archive downloads
  • Workshop discounts
  • Private lounge
Getting here

Finding Us in Bumthang

By Air

Bathpalathang Airport (Bumthang) is the nearest domestic airport, served by Druk Air from Paro. The museum is a 10-minute drive from the airstrip.

By Road

Bumthang is approximately 6 hours from Thimphu via the lateral highway. Taxis and tourist vehicles available from Jakar town centre — 5 minutes away.

From Jakar town

Follow the main road north past the dzong. We are signed from the central junction. Parking available on-site for cars and minibuses.

On foot

A 20-minute walk from Jakar Bazaar along a flat, paved path. Scenic route passing the Chamkhar Chhu river is well marked.

Eat & Shop

Museum shop with handwoven textiles, local crafts, and catalogues. Café serving butter tea, Bhutanese snacks, and light refreshments.

Accessibility

Step-free ground floor, ramps throughout, and accessible restrooms. Contact us in advance for additional support.
 

Audio guides

Available in Dzongkha and English, included with admission. Collect at the welcome desk on arrival.
 

Group & school visits

Guided tours for groups of 10 or more. Pre-booking required — contact us to arrange.