The Residency and 1857 Ruins Lucknow
📍 Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Lucknow, Lucknow district
The evocative ruins of the British Residency complex, site of the famous 87-day Siege of Lucknow in 1857. The crumbling colonnaded buildings, cannonball-scarred walls, and on-site museum powerfully preserve the memory of the Uprising.
Entry Fee
Rs 25 Indian / Rs 300 Foreign
Best Time
Sunrise to sunset (Closed Mondays)
Best Season
October to March
Time Required
2 hours
How to reach
3 km from Lucknow Charbagh station; accessible via Hazratganj autos.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the entry fee for The Residency and 1857 Ruins Lucknow?
The entry fee for The Residency and 1857 Ruins Lucknow is Rs 25 Indian / Rs 300 Foreign.
What is the best time and season to visit The Residency and 1857 Ruins Lucknow?
The best season to visit is October to March, and the ideal time of day is Sunrise to sunset (Closed Mondays).
How do I reach The Residency and 1857 Ruins Lucknow?
3 km from Lucknow Charbagh station; accessible via Hazratganj autos.
How much time is required to explore The Residency and 1857 Ruins Lucknow?
A typical visit to The Residency and 1857 Ruins Lucknow takes around 2 hours.