Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Mumbai’s principal museum in Kala Ghoda/Fort at 159–161 Mahatma Gandhi Road, formerly the Prince of Wales Museum, with collections spanning sculpture, decorative arts and temporary exhibitions. Typical hours run Monday–Sunday about 10:15–18:00 with the ticket counter closing earlier; confirm closure days on csmvs.in. A walkable South Mumbai half-day that pairs with Colaba and Marine Drive without a northern crossing. Check current exhibitions before you go if a specific show is the reason for the visit.
- Address
- 159-161 Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Mumbai 400023, India
- Official website
- Visit site ↗
- Country
- India
While you're there
The museum sits on MG Road in Fort, a short walk from the Gateway district and The Taj Mahal Palace. Give yourself a morning for the collection, then harbour air at Apollo Bunder. Confirm Monday closures and special-exhibition tickets on the CSMVS site.
Pro Tip: Go weekday morning and buy any special-exhibition ticket before you enter the main circle; Fort weekends push the queue into heat before you have seen a single gallery.
- Best for
- A Fort museum morning before Gateway and harbour air.
- Pair with
- Harbour lodging at The Taj Mahal Palace.
- Season / timing
- October to March is more comfortable for Fort walking than monsoon June to September.