Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum Gardens Mumbai
About
Mumbai's oldest museum (1855) beautifully restored with Palladian architecture, featuring exhibitions on Mumbai's history, decorative arts, maps, and photographs spanning the city's transformation.
Basic Information
Timings
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed Wednesdays)
Entry Fee
₹100 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Museum
How to Reach
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum Gardens
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum Gardens
History
Established in 1855 as the Central Museum, it is Mumbai's oldest museum. The building was restored to its former glory in 2007 with its ornate columns, decorative tiles, and chandeliers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed Wednesdays)
Entry Fee
₹100 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners
Type
Museum
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Mumbai's oldest museum, established in 1855
The restoration won a UNESCO Asia Pacific Heritage Award in 2005
Houses the original stone elephant from Elephanta Island
The museum shop has excellent Mumbai-themed souvenirs
Photography is allowed in most sections
The special exhibitions change regularly, check website
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