Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya Mumbai

About
Premier museum showcasing Indian art, archaeology, and natural history. Formerly known as the Prince of Wales Museum, this Indo-Saracenic architectural masterpiece was designed by George Wittet and completed in 1922. The building features a grand dome, ornate arches, and beautifully landscaped gardens with rare palm species. Inside, the collection spans over 50,000 artifacts including Harappan civilization relics, Mughal miniature paintings, European oil paintings, a natural history section with taxidermy specimens, and an impressive arms and armor gallery. The Key Gallery showcases the museum's finest pieces. Allow at least 2-3 hours to explore the three main sections spanning Indian art, archaeology, and natural history.
Basic Information
Timings
10:15 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
Entry Fee
₹70 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Museum
How to Reach
Metro to Churchgate, then taxi to Colaba
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Cuffe Parade (0.5 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (1.1 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
History
Established in 1922, formerly Prince of Wales Museum
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
10:15 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
Entry Fee
₹70 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners
Type
Museum
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Indo-Saracenic architecture
Rare Harappan civilization artifacts
Allow 2-3 hours for complete visit
Photography charges apply
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