Monetary Museum of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Mumbai
About
A fascinating museum inside the RBI headquarters showcasing the evolution of Indian currency from ancient coins to modern banknotes. Features rare coin collections spanning centuries.
Basic Information
Timings
10:45 AM - 5:15 PM (Closed weekends & bank holidays)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Museum
How to Reach
Walk from CST or Churchgate station to RBI building in Fort area
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Hutatma Chowk (0.9 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.9 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Monetary Museum of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Monetary Museum of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
History
Established by the Reserve Bank of India to educate the public about India's monetary history. Houses collections dating back to the 6th century BC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
10:45 AM - 5:15 PM (Closed weekends & bank holidays)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Museum
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Contains coins dating back to 6th century BC
Displays currency from the Mughal, British, and post-independence eras
One of few central bank museums open to the public
Carry valid photo ID for entry
No photography of certain exhibits
Free guided tours available on request
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