Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus Tourism

Type of destination: Historic Site/Train Station

Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours

Closed in: Open all year

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), formerly Victoria Terminus, is a historic railway station and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Designed by the British architect Frederick William Stevens in the late 19th century, this architectural marvel exemplifies the Victorian Gothic Revival style blended with themes deriving from Indian traditional architecture. The terminus was built in 1887 to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria and has since been a landmark for the city of Mumbai. Its faÃ§ade is adorned with intricate carvings, pointed arches, and a majestic central dome. Serving as a major railway hub, it is the headquarters of the Central Railways and is one of the busiest train stations in India. CSMT also houses a railway museum which showcases the history of Indian Railways. The terminus receives millions of commuters daily and is not only a crucial component of Mumbai's transport system but also a symbol of the city's colonial history and rich heritage.

Monday	Opening: Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Opening: Open 24 hours
Wednesday	Opening: Open 24 hours
Thursday	Opening: Open 24 hours
Friday	Opening: Open 24 hours
Saturday	Opening: Open 24 hours
Sunday	Opening: Open 24 hours

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

Adult

Entry to station premises is free, charges apply for the museum and guided tours if any.:Free to nominal

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

Tip1

Check the local train schedule beforehand.

Tip2

Maintain vigilance and take care of your belongings due to the heavy crowd.

Tip3

Visit during the non-peak hours for a less crowded experience.

Tip4

Photography might require permission; inquire in advance.

Top 5 Reviews on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

Liveandsee23

Wrote on 24th Dec, 2023

Architectural delight!

This is a must. The architecture is spectacular. Like stepping back in time. Reminds me of Europe. Best admired from across the road but try and ignore all the chaos, noise and dirt. Definitely g..

Josh211089

Wrote on 19th Dec, 2023

The CRAMBAR Nightmare

I had the worst experience of lifetime at The CRAMBAR at Terminal 2 Mumbai airport near Gate 51 where the executives lack basic sense of customer support especially the lady at the counter who does no..

Flyer24331453645

Wrote on 14th Nov, 2023

Umaar at Airtel, terminal 2, Chhatrapati Shivaji International airport, Mumbai.

Iâ€™d like to give a huge shout out to Umaar (not totally sure I remember the spelling right) who was single handedly manning the airtel booth at terminal 2, at 3am. He had a couple of phones in his h..

MD8291ZR

Wrote on 14th Sep, 2023

Simple majestic

Simply impressive. It reminds of the glorious times of this part of the world and the majestic architecture. The walk in the area all the way to the gateway is absolutely worth it. Just choose the tim..

dianedinky

Wrote on 7th Jun, 2023

Very impressive

Beautiful Gothic architecture, a very impressive site. There were some building works going on when we were there so scaffolding prevented the ideal picture. Watch out for this as it seems the works..