Chor Bazaar (Thieves Market) Mumbai

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Chor Bazaar (Thieves Market)

About

One of the largest flea markets in India, famous for antiques, vintage items, and Bollywood memorabilia. A treasure trove where you can find everything from old gramophones to vintage car parts.

Basic Information

Timings

10:00 AM - 7:30 PM (Closed Fridays)

Entry Fee

Free

Best Time to Visit

October to March

Place Type

Shopping

How to Reach

Walk from Mumbai Central or Grant Road station

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Grant Road (1.4 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Sandhurst Road (1.1 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Chor Bazaar (Thieves Market)

1.4 km
Girgaon
Line 3
1.7 km
Kalbadevi
Line 3
1.7 km
Mahalaxmi
Line 3
2.7 km
3.3 km
3.4 km
3.8 km
4.4 km
4.6 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Chor Bazaar (Thieves Market)

Central Line
Harbour Line
1.1 km
Central Line
Harbour Line
1.4 km
Harbour Line
1.5 km
Western Line
1.6 km
Central Line
1.7 km
Western Line
1.8 km
Harbour Line
1.8 km
Western Line
1.9 km
Western Line
2.2 km
Central Line
Harbour Line
2.5 km
Western Line
2.7 km
Harbour Line
2.8 km

History

Established in the late 19th century. The name 'Chor Bazaar' (Thieves Market) is believed to be a British mispronunciation of 'Shor Bazaar' (noisy market). Has been a trading hub for over 150 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

10:00 AM - 7:30 PM (Closed Fridays)

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Shopping

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride

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Interesting Facts

One of the largest flea markets in India

Name may derive from 'Shor Bazaar' meaning noisy market

Film set designers frequently shop here for props

Travel Tips

Bargain hard — prices start 3-5x higher

Visit on Saturday mornings for the best finds