CST Heritage Gallery Mumbai
About
A heritage gallery inside the UNESCO World Heritage CST station showcasing the history of Indian Railways, the station's architecture, and its role in Mumbai's development.
Basic Information
Timings
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Sundays)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Museum
How to Reach
Inside CST station, accessible from the main entrance
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 CST Heritage Gallery
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of CST Heritage Gallery
History
Opened to showcase the rich heritage of the CST building, including original blueprints, photographs from the construction era, and the story of architect Frederick William Stevens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Sundays)
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
Displays original architectural drawings of CST
Shows the evolution of Indian Railways from 1853
Located inside a UNESCO World Heritage building
Ask at the CST enquiry counter for gallery location
Photography may be restricted in some sections
Free guided tours available on select days
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