Colaba Market Mumbai
About
The bustling Colaba Causeway market is a vibrant street stretching from Regal Cinema to the Colaba bus depot, lined with shops and pavement stalls selling handicrafts, clothing, jewellery, leather goods, books, and souvenirs. A must-visit for tourists.
Basic Information
Timings
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM (street stalls open by 11 AM)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Market
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate station on Western Line (take BEST bus or taxi to Colaba) or walk south from CST station along the Fort area
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 (1.3 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Colaba Market
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Colaba Market
History
Colaba Causeway was built in 1838 to connect the Colaba island to Old Woman's Island (now part of mainland Mumbai). The street evolved into a major commercial and tourist hub in the 20th century.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM (street stalls open by 11 AM)
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 Causeway was originally built over sea in 1838 to connect Colaba island to the mainland
It is one of the most popular shopping destinations for international tourists
The area has some of Mumbai's best-known cafes including Leopold Cafe and Cafe Mondegar
Bargain at pavement stalls but fixed-price shops also exist for hassle-free buying
Visit Leopold Cafe or Cafe Mondegar for a cold drink break
Combine with a visit to the Gateway of India at the end of the Causeway
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Colaba Market
Regal Cinema, Colaba
Entertainment
Leopold Cafe & Bar
Food
Colaba Causeway (Shahid Bhagat Singh Marg)
Market
Baghdadi Restaurant, Colaba
Restaurant
Regal Cinema
Entertainment
Bademiya, Colaba (Late Night Kebabs)
Food
Leopold Cafe, Colaba
Restaurant
Cafe Mondegar, Colaba
Food
Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
Historical
Sunrise at Gateway of India / Taj
Experience