Museum
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Premier museum showcasing art and archaeology
4.4(5,678 reviews)
Fort, South Mumbai
Quick Info
Timings
10:15 AM - 6 PM (Closed Mondays)
Entry Fee
₹70 (Indians), ₹500 (Foreigners)
Nearest Metro
Churchgate Metro Station
1.8 km
About Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Formerly Prince of Wales Museum, CSMVS is Mumbai's premier museum housing ancient Indian art, archaeology, and natural history collections in an Indo-Saracenic building.
History & Significance
Foundation laid in 1905, opened in 1922. Built to commemorate visit of Prince of Wales. Renamed in 1998 after Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Things to Do
Explore art galleries
View archaeological exhibits
Study natural history
Admire architecture
Highlights
Art Collections
Archaeological Artifacts
Interesting Facts
1Opened in 1922
2Indo-Saracenic architecture
3Over 50,000 artifacts
4World-class collections
Nearby Places
Gateway of India (0.5 km)
Kala Ghoda area
Jehangir Art Gallery (0.3 km)
Audio Guides
Museum Shop
Cafeteria
Practical Information
Time Required
2-3 hours
Ideal For
Art lovers
History enthusiasts
Photography
Photography charges apply
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Parking
Limited parking nearby
Food & Refreshments
Museum cafeteria
Souvenirs & Shopping
Museum shop items
Best Time to Visit
October to March, avoid Mondays
Visitor Information
Rating
4.4
Total Reviews5,678
Category
Museum
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