Location: South Mumbai
Top Things to do in South Mumbai
Things to do in Mumbai, Maharashtra: The Best Museums
Though Mumbai can feel chaotic and crowded, there are peaceful moments to be found here. Nibble a paper cone of bhelpuri while you stroll the sands of Chowpatty Beach. Then, take a short walk to Mani Bhavan, where Mahatma Gandhi once lived, strategized, and was ultimately arrested. The markets are spirited places to bargain for spices or souvenirs. Take a guided tour of Dharavi – made famous by "Slumdog Millionaire" – for an eye-opening glimpse into what Mumbai life is like for nearly a million people.
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1. Heritage Gully
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By curatorofmemories - Hyderabad, India
Located near the Platform No-18 of Chatrapati Shivaji terminus, this open air museum is on both sides of the main road to the station. In Heritage Gully-1 you can see the India's first electric locomotive plus fire engine, concrete mixer and crane. In Heritage Gully-2 you can see vintage narrow gauge steam locomotive, WCG-1 class electric loco plus some vintage rail wagons. Entry is free and photography is allowed
2. Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
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4.5 based on 1,777 reviews
Mahatma Gandhi once lived in this simple, two-story building, which is now a museum, library and research center depicting Gandhi's life and struggles for Indian freedom through peaceful means.
Reviewed By Aigoual
Mani Bhavan was where Gandhi lived from 1917 to 1934, and it was the focal point of his political activities. It is now the most fascinating museum, containing many of his books and papers, and in which his very simple bedroom with spinning wheel, has been preserved just as he left it. One can stand on the very spot on his balcony where he addressed the crowds. Not to be mossed if you are visiting Mumbai
3. Bombay Natural History Society
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By AshishG1647
The BNHS leads the effort in the study of natural history and it's conservation. They conduct study tours and field trips for amateurs as well. They have a gift shop which stocks a variety of gift products such as post cards, mugs, T shirts and more. The library is paradise for nature lovers and a hive for seeking knowledge
4. Baaya Design
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Baaya Design store & studio provides a unique experiential environment, that showcases the most authentic arts & crafts from across India. We offer art, artifacts, gifts, furniture, lights & lamps using master artisan skills. Baaya has over 20 forms of cultural art right from Pichwai paintings, Gond art to Kalamkari & Dokra art. Baaya is where design meets tradition in the most meaningful way.
5. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 962 reviews
Reviewed By kanakkaryjayan - Kottayam, India
Even if you are not interested in history, you will be trapped here once entered. Well arranged museum displays a lot of ancient history items, stuffed animals, birds etc will steal your mind. The building itself is a wonderful creation. One day required to cover every parts in detail. A twenty minute video 'Mumbai experience' in Marathi and English can be watched by paying additional fee (Now Rs.50/head) at the entrance itself. For camera another Rs.50 to be paid. You have to keep your luggage except ladies hand bag in the entrance counter. A food stall available immediately inside the gate. Rates are moderate. Wash room available near the entrance and inside the museum building also. Drinking water facility also provided.
6. Rbi Coin Museum Mumbai
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Dinesh_cbe - Coimbatore, India
This RBI monetary museum displayed evolution of Indian currencies notes and coins in an exemplary way. Good place to learn about currencies, finance and economy as they are in detailed. Need to improve the old look and should promote in a great way - certainly helps our school kids to know about economy.
7. National Museum of Indian Cinema
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By BillWeir - Flagstaff, United States
One could easily spend half a day learning about the history and people involved with Indian cinema. You can also see the cameras, sound gear, editing, and other cinema equipment used through the decades, and learn how they operate. A Children's Film Studio lets kids experience aspects of movie making. Note that cell phone photography is permitted (no flash), but taking photos with other types of cameras is strictly prohibited. The website mentions a 4 p.m. film showing, but don't count on this--the projector wasn't working when I visited. My main complaint is that the foreigners admission is Rp. 500; that's 25 times the Indian price! Children up to age 12 are free. Staff recommend starting with the history exhibits in the historic Gulshan Mahal, then proceeding the the four floors of exhibits in the towering glass-walled new building.
8. Nehru Centre
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4.0 based on 58 reviews
Built as a tribute to Nehru, the first prime minister of independent India, this science museum includes a planetarium, art gallery, library, cultural center and permanent, 14-gallery exhibit called Discovery of India.
9. Nehru Planetarium
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4.0 based on 334 reviews
The Nehru Centre in Worli houses the Nehru Planetarium. (Please note that this is different from the Nehru Science Centre which is located on Dr. E. Moses Road) Nehru Planetarium has 3D shows everyday in English, Hindi and Marathi, about Astronomy.
Reviewed By dchucks - Pune, India
I was foolish not to to know that online booking was possible, we were looking for the English show at 3PM (there is only 1 English show each day) but it was housefull when we reached at around 2:30PM, even the latter Hindi show went full while I was in queue. SO I booked for 12Pm next day online. Amazing show and lots of things to look at (and get pictures clicked) inside the gallery while you wait for the show, won't spoil the fun by detailing them here. Don't miss it, especially if you are with kids.
10. Jehangir Art Gallery
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4.0 based on 310 reviews
Indian artists aspire to have their work exhibited in this prestigious art gallery, which displays both past and contemporary pieces.
Reviewed By saalimshoney - Mumbai, India
Visited here with Showcase India Tourism Company , found it worth my visit really a hub for art lovers..
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