Kala Ghoda Art District Mumbai
About
Mumbai's premier cultural quarter stretching from Mumbai University to the Colaba tip. Named after an equestrian statue, the area is a vibrant hub of art galleries, boutiques, cafes, and heritage buildings.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours (individual venues vary)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
November to February
Place Type
Cultural
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate or CST station, located in Fort area
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Hutatma Chowk (0.3 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (0.7 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Kala Ghoda Art District
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Kala Ghoda Art District
History
Named after a black horse statue of King Edward VII removed after independence. The district evolved into Mumbai's cultural heart, hosting the famous Kala Ghoda Arts Festival every February.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours (individual venues vary)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Cultural
Best Time to Visit
November to February
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Hosts the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival every February attracting millions
Named after a 'Black Horse' statue that once stood here
Home to some of Mumbai's finest colonial-era architecture
Visit during Kala Ghoda Arts Festival in February
Many galleries are free to enter
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Kala Ghoda Art District
Bombay High Court
Historical
Keneseth Eliyahoo Synagogue (Fort)
Heritage
Kala Ghoda Festival Area & Heritage Precinct
Cultural
Rajabai Clock Tower
Monument
University of Mumbai (Fort Campus)
Historical
Bombay High Court (Heritage Building)
Historical
Elphinstone College
Heritage
David Sassoon Library & Reading Room
Historical
Jehangir Art Gallery
Cultural
National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA)
Museum