Mumbai Koli Heritage Trail Mumbai
About
A trail connecting Mumbai's original Koli fishing villages - from Colaba to Versova. The Koli people are Mumbai's original inhabitants, and their villages, temples, and traditions predate the city by centuries.
Basic Information
Timings
Best done 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (guided tours: ₹500-1000)
Best Time to Visit
October to May
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Start from Colaba or Cuffe Parade fishing villages
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Vidhan Bhavan (1.3 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (2.6 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Mumbai Koli Heritage Trail
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Mumbai Koli Heritage Trail
History
The Koli community has inhabited Mumbai's coastline for over 2,000 years, long before the Portuguese, Mughals, or British arrived. Their name may be the origin of 'Kolaba' (Colaba).
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Best done 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (guided tours: ₹500-1000)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
October to May
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The Koli community has lived in Mumbai for over 2,000 years
Mumbai may get its name from Mumbadevi, a goddess worshipped by the Kolis
The Koli fishing tradition is now recognized as intangible cultural heritage
Start at the Colaba Koli village early in the morning for the fish market
Join an organized heritage walk for deeper cultural understanding
The Koli cuisine - especially fish thali - is a must-try
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Mumbai Koli Heritage Trail
World Trade Centre Mumbai
Business
Cuffe Parade Koliwada (Fishing Village)
Cultural
Colaba Heritage Walk
Heritage
Colaba Causeway Market
Shopping
Nariman Point
Business
Afghan Church (Church of St. John the Evangelist), Colaba
Heritage
Afghan Church (Church of St. John the Evangelist)
Historical
Colaba Woods Garden
Nature
Cuffe Parade & Navy Nagar Waterfront
Nature
Sassoon Docks
Cultural