Cathedral of the Holy Name Mumbai
About
The seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Bombay. A magnificent Gothic Revival cathedral with beautiful stained glass windows, ornate interiors, and a serene atmosphere.
Basic Information
Timings
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Religious
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate or Marine Lines station, located on Wodehouse Road
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.5 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.5 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Cathedral of the Holy Name
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Cathedral of the Holy Name
History
Consecrated in 1905, the cathedral took over 20 years to build. It was designed by architect Walter Chambers in the Gothic Revival style and remains one of Mumbai's finest churches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Seat of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Bombay
The main altar is made of Italian marble
Features stunning stained glass windows imported from Europe
Dress modestly when visiting
Sunday morning mass is a beautiful experience
Photography inside may require permission
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