Worli Village & Koliwada Mumbai

Heritage
Worli Village & Koliwada

About

An ancient fishing village that predates modern Mumbai. Home to the Koli community, Mumbai's original inhabitants, with colorful houses, traditional fishing boats, and authentic seafood.

Basic Information

Timings

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Best Time to Visit

October to March

Place Type

Heritage

How to Reach

Auto-rickshaw from Lower Parel or Prabhadevi station

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Acharya Atre Chowk (1.3 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Prabhadevi (1.5 km away) on the Western Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Worli Village & Koliwada

1.3 km
Worli
Line 3
1.7 km
1.9 km
Mahalaxmi
Line 3
2.2 km
2.3 km
4.2 km
4.7 km
Dadar
Line 3
4.7 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Worli Village & Koliwada

Western Line
1.5 km
Western Line
1.8 km
Central Line
2.0 km
Western Line
2.2 km
Central Line
2.4 km
Central Line
2.5 km

History

The Koli community has inhabited Worli for over 500 years, long before Mumbai became a major city. The village retains its traditional character despite surrounding urban development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Heritage

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

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

Location on Map
Activities
Sightseeing
Photography
Interesting Facts

Home to Mumbai's original inhabitants, the Koli fisherfolk

The Koli community has lived here for over 500 years

One of the best places for fresh seafood in Mumbai

Travel Tips

Visit the fish market early morning for the freshest catch

Try the local Koli-style fish curry

Be respectful as it is a residential area