Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST) Heritage Walk Mumbai
About
A guided heritage walk through the magnificent Victorian Gothic building of CST station, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the stunning architecture, turrets, stained glass, and ornate stone carvings.
Basic Information
Timings
Heritage tours: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (select days)
Entry Fee
Free (Heritage tours: Rs 200-500)
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Walk to CST station from any nearby location
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (46 m away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (54 m away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST) Heritage Walk
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST) Heritage Walk
History
Designed by Frederick William Stevens and completed in 1888, CST (formerly Victoria Terminus) is considered the finest example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture in India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Heritage tours: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM (select days)
Entry Fee
Free (Heritage tours: Rs 200-500)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The building took 10 years to complete (1878-1888)
It was the first building in India to use electric lights
The stone carvings feature a mix of British, Indian, and Islamic motifs
Book heritage tours through the railway heritage center
The building is most photogenic in early morning or golden hour light
The interior dome and stained glass are breathtaking
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