At a distance of 7 Kms from Thanjavur Railway Station & 2 Kms from Bus Station (located with in Thanjavur Palace), Royal Museum portraits items used by the royal family such as weapons, costumes and musical instruments.

Timings: 10 AM to 1 PM & 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

Below are other places within Thanjavur Palace:

Rajagopala Beerangi - This big Beerangi (canon) is situated on the eastern fortification of the fort. This 25 ft long & 22 ton Cannon is the biggest Canon in India. The outer diameter is 37 inches and the inner diameter is 25 inches.

Sharja Madi - Situated in eastern part of the palace, this six-storied tower with ornamental balconies is built by Raja Serfoji. Its spacious halls bespeak the grandeur of this palace. It offers panoramic view of Thanjavur City.