Elphinstone College Mumbai
About
One of the oldest colleges in Mumbai, Elphinstone College features outstanding Venetian Gothic architecture and is part of the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Basic Information
Timings
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to February
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Walk from CST or Churchgate station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.4 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.4 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Elphinstone College
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Elphinstone College
History
Established in 1856, named after Mountstuart Elphinstone, former Governor of Bombay. The current building was designed by Trubshawe and completed in 1888.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
October to February
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Dadabhai Naoroji was a professor here
The building features intricate stone carvings and Minton tile floors
Many freedom fighters and national leaders studied here
Visit during Kala Ghoda Arts Festival for combined experience
The building facade is best photographed in morning light
Combine with a walk to nearby David Sassoon Library
Nearby Attractions
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Fashion Street (MG Road)
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BEST Double-Decker Bus Heritage Ride
Experience
Azad Maidan
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