15 Best Museums in Mumbai

Paradox Museum Mumbai turns science, art and psychology into a playful indoor attraction in Fort. Its illusion rooms and interactive exhibits invite visitors to step into reversed spaces, infinity effects and visual setups that challenge perception while creating memorable photographs and videos.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya is a Mumbai history museum where India’s art, culture and heritage unfold through ancient sculptures, artefacts, miniature paintings and decorative arts. The grand Indo-Saracenic building, surrounded by peaceful gardens, is part of the attraction and offers a calm setting in South Mumbai.

The National Museum of Indian Cinema traces the development of Indian filmmaking through vintage cameras, film equipment, posters, costumes and interactive displays. Divided between Gulshan Mahal and a modern building, it brings together the creative, technical and cultural sides of cinema in an engaging format.

Mani Bhavan Gandhi Sangrahalaya offers an intimate look at Mahatma Gandhi’s life, work and role in India’s freedom movement. The historic house presents photographs, letters, personal belongings, informative displays and carefully made dioramas, including the room where Gandhi stayed. Its library adds valuable depth for students, researchers and visitors seeking more than a brief museum stop.

CSMT Heritage Museum opens a closer view of Mumbai’s railway history within one of the city’s most remarkable historic buildings. The guided experience brings together architectural detail, carefully curated exhibits and stories connected with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, making the visit feel like a journey through the city’s past.

Museum of Solutions, or MuSo, is a large children’s museum in Mumbai built around hands-on learning, curiosity and practical problem-solving. Its multiple levels group activities by age, with spaces such as the Water Lab, Grow Lab, Think Lab, automobile exhibits, simulators and interactive science experiences.

Jaya He, now presented as the Artbeat of New India, is a walking art experience across Mumbai’s Terminal 2. Large-scale installations, artworks and artefacts from artists across the country turn the route toward the boarding gates into a showcase of India’s regional heritage and contemporary creativity.

Nehru Science Centre in Mumbai makes physics, biology, space, technology and energy approachable through interactive exhibits, scientific models and practical demonstrations. The outdoor Science Park adds large-scale machines and open-air exploration, while galleries such as Aviation and Space extend the experience beyond classroom theory.

The Museum of Living History in Mumbai presents Mahindra’s evolution through a blend of corporate history, art, technology and immersive storytelling. Interactive installations, multimedia displays and a simulator make the journey accessible even to visitors who would not normally choose a business-history museum.

BEST Museum offers a distinctive look at Mumbai’s public-transport heritage and the evolution of the city’s electric supply and bus services. Displays include miniature vehicles, tram and bus models, old tickets, ticket machines, vintage equipment and transport memorabilia, creating a compact but rewarding portrait of everyday Mumbai.

Framji Dadabhoy Alpaiwalla Museum in Khareghat Colony offers a focused introduction to Parsi and Zoroastrian heritage. Its archaeological and ethnographic displays explore ancient Persia, migration, community traditions and the history of Parsi and Iranian Zoroastrian life, making it a rare specialist museum in Mumbai.

Western Railway Heritage Gallery is a compact museum opposite Churchgate station that traces the history of Indian railways through old photographs, train models, tickets, signalling equipment, tools and vintage railway crockery. Its straightforward displays make the collection easy to explore without requiring a full day.

The Museum of Bollywood Posters is a compact cinema-focused attraction at Jio World Drive, BKC, filled with vintage film posters, hand-painted artwork, cassettes, cameras and early cinema memorabilia. Its colourful displays create a nostalgic route through the visual history of Hindi films and the changing styles of Bollywood promotion.

Acworth Leprosy Museum in Wadala is a distinctive history museum dedicated to leprosy, its medical development and its wider social impact. Housed within the historic Acworth Municipal Hospital complex, it brings together documents, historical accounts and educational material that examine treatment, rehabilitation and the effort to challenge myths and stigma.

Ballard Bunder Gatehouse is a heritage museum in Mumbai dedicated to the city’s maritime history. Set at Ballard Pier, it offers a compact cultural outing with a pleasant waterfront setting and is suitable for families with children.

The surrounding heritage quarter also makes it easy to pair with a nearby meal.