Chor Bazaar is one of Mumbai’s oldest and most famous street markets, known for its
wide range of antiques, second-hand goods, and unique collectibles. The market
reflects the city’s long trading history.
The narrow lanes are filled with shops selling vintage items, spare parts, furniture, and
decorative pieces. The market has a lively and authentic local atmosphere.
For travelers, Chor Bazaar offers an interesting cultural experience and a chance to
explore Mumbai’s traditional street market life.
- 🕰️ Rummage through colonial-era artifacts, from nautical compasses to crystal chandeliers 🏺
- 🎬 Collect authentic vintage Bollywood posters and lobby cards at the Mini Market 🎥
- 👠 Experience ‘Dedh Gully’—the secret 4:00 AM Friday shoe market for branded footwear 👟
- 📸 Capture the chaotic beauty of narrow lanes filled with typewriters and spare parts ⌨️
- 🏮 Find unique home decor like Moroccan lamps and Victorian-style furniture 🛋️
- 🚆 From Grant Road Station, take a share-taxi or a short rickshaw ride to “Mutton Street” 🏁
- 🚗 Cabs from CSMT or Colaba will reach the market in approximately 15-20 minutes 🛣️
- 🚌 Buses 124 and 138 pass through the area; alight at the Bhendi Bazaar stop 📍
- 🕒 Best Time: Visit on a weekday around 11:30 AM for a more relaxed experience ⏳
- 🚫 Avoid Fridays if you want to visit the established antique shops (they will be closed) 🚪
- 👟 Wear sturdy, comfortable shoes as you will be walking through cluttered, uneven lanes 🥿
- 💵 Carry cash in small denominations; most street vendors do not accept digital payments 🪙
- 11:00 AM – Arrive at Mutton Street and begin your hunt for brass curios and antiques 🏁
- 12:30 PM – Head to the Mini Market for Bollywood memorabilia and vintage prints 🎞️
- 02:00 PM – Enjoy lunch at **Shalimar** or **Gulshan-e-Iran** for world-famous Mughlai kebabs 🍛
- 03:30 PM – Walk toward the nearby **Mumbadevi Temple** or explore the **Crawford Market** 🛍️
