Lalbaug Spice Market Mumbai

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Lalbaug Spice Market

About

A vibrant wholesale spice market where the air is thick with the aroma of turmeric, cardamom, chili, and dozens of other spices. An essential stop for food lovers and anyone seeking authentic Indian spices.

Basic Information

Timings

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

Place Type

Shopping

How to Reach

Walk from Parel or Chinchpokli station

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Science Museum (0.8 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Parel (0.4 km away) on the Central Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Lalbaug Spice Market

0.8 km
0.9 km
Dadar
Line 3
2.0 km
2.1 km
Worli
Line 3
2.3 km
2.3 km
Mahalaxmi
Line 3
3.8 km
Dharavi
Line 3
3.9 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Lalbaug Spice Market

Central Line
0.4 km
Dadar
Fast
Western Line
Central Line
0.8 km
Western Line
1.2 km
Central Line
1.5 km
Western Line
1.8 km
Western Line
2.1 km
Central Line
2.3 km
Central Line
2.6 km
Harbour Line
2.9 km

History

The Lalbaug area has been a commercial hub since the mill era. The spice market grew alongside the textile mills, serving the diverse culinary needs of Mumbai's workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Shopping

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

How to Reach

Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride

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Interesting Facts

You can find over 100 varieties of spices here

Wholesale prices are a fraction of retail

The aroma of fresh-ground spices fills the entire neighborhood

Travel Tips

Buy whole spices for freshness and grind at home

Try the specialty blends unique to Maharashtrian cuisine

Early morning visits have the best selection