Colaba Heritage Walk Mumbai
About
A walk through Mumbai's southernmost neighborhood covering colonial-era buildings, churches, the Afghan Memorial Church, Sassoon Docks, and the charming lanes of old Colaba.
Basic Information
Timings
Best done 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free (guided tours: ₹500-1500)
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Start from Gateway of India or Colaba Causeway
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Vidhan Bhavan (0.7 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (1.9 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Colaba Heritage Walk
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Colaba Heritage Walk
History
Colaba was originally a separate island connected to Mumbai through land reclamation. It served as a British military cantonment and retains many colonial-era structures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Best done 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free (guided tours: ₹500-1500)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Colaba was a separate island until the 1838 Colaba Causeway connected it
The name may derive from 'Kolaba' - the old Koli fishing village
Many buildings here date to the 1800s
Start early to cover more ground before the heat
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Many heritage buildings have plaques explaining their history
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Colaba Heritage Walk
Mumbai Koli Heritage Trail
Heritage
Gallery Maskara & Colaba Art Scene
Cultural
National Centre for the Performing Arts (NCPA)
Cultural
Sassoon Docks
Cultural
Sassoon Docks, Colaba
Experience
St+art India x Sassoon Dock Art Project
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Nariman Point, Mumbai's Manhattan
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Nariman Point Promenade
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Theobroma (Patisserie & Cafe)
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World Trade Centre Mumbai
Business