The National Gallery of Modern Art, Mumbai (ngmaindia.gov.in; ₹150) is located inside the former Sir Cowasji Jehangir Public Hall (1911). Preserve a few minutes to admire its heritage facade, then follow the spiral stairway down through semi-circular galleries. Prioritize the Bombay Progressives on display – Gaitonde, Raza, Souza, Padamsee – then move on to contemporary names like Nalini Malani. Time your visit for a special exhibition if possible. The museum also runs film screenings, tours and workshops; enquire at reception to see what’s on that day. Closed Mondays.
National Gallery of Modern Art
Vanshika Jain for Lonely Planet
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