Colaba Causeway (Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg) Mumbai
About
Mumbai's most famous shopping street, Colaba Causeway is a lively stretch of street stalls, boutiques, bookshops, and restaurants. A must-visit for tourists and a favorite hangout for locals.
Basic Information
Timings
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (stalls); shops vary
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Market
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate or CST station. BEST bus to Colaba.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Cuffe Parade (0.3 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (1.2 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Colaba Causeway (Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Colaba Causeway (Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg)
History
Originally a causeway connecting Colaba island to the mainland, this road has been a commercial hub since the British era. Today it's one of Mumbai's most iconic shopping destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (stalls); shops vary
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Market
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The street stalls sell everything from antiques to junk jewelry
Several famous bookshops along the causeway specialize in rare books
It was the hub of the hippie trail in the 1960s-70s
Bargain hard at street stalls
The bookshops are treasure troves for bibliophiles
Try the street food - particularly the falafel and shawarma stalls
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Colaba Causeway (Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg)
Regal Cinema
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Bademiya, Colaba (Late Night Kebabs)
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Baghdadi Restaurant, Colaba
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Leopold Cafe & Bar
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Regal Cinema, Colaba
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Colaba Market
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Leopold Cafe, Colaba
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Cafe Mondegar, Colaba
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Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
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Sunrise at Gateway of India / Taj
Experience