Experts' Choice Award Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
What the experts agree on
Mumbai's premier museum spans Indian history from prehistoric times with vast collections of sculptures, paintings, ancient weapons, and decorative arts housed in a majestic building with beautiful gardens near Regal Circle.
“This vast collection includes exhibits such as finds from excavations, Indian miniature paintings, sculptures, European paintings, and Chinese and Japanese porcelain.”
– Michelin Guide
Concierge "The grand old Prince of Wales Museum, a majestic blend of British, Hindu, and Islamic architectural traditions."
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The 90-minute digital audio tour of 38 key displays is highly recommended.
Condé Nast Traveler "Imposing cast-iron gates near Regal Circle lead into lush gardens peppered with ancient statues of various Hindu gods." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Mumbai’s biggest and best museum displays a mix of exhibits from across India." Full review
Afar Magazine "Ancient weapons, sacred statues, intricate ivory: the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya in Mumbai is a must-see in the area." Full review
Time Out "A massive museum that documents the history of India from prehistoric to modern times" Full review
New York Times "A sprawling and immaculately kept museum, houses a trove of Hindu, Jain and Buddhist sculptures. The museum's permanent galleries are a trove of Hindu, Buddhist and Jain sculptures and..."
The Guardian "The city museum, or Dr Bhau Daji Lad Museum, and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya also have tours and online exhibitions, as does the National Gallery of Modern Art"
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