Gamdevi Heritage Area Mumbai
About
A neighborhood in central South Mumbai filled with heritage Art Deco and Victorian buildings, temples, and the famous Mani Bhavan (Gandhi's Mumbai residence). Rich in independence movement history.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Walk from Grant Road station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Grant Road (0.9 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Grant Road (0.4 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Gamdevi Heritage Area
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Gamdevi Heritage Area
History
Gamdevi was a hub of India's independence movement. Mahatma Gandhi stayed at Mani Bhavan here, and many freedom fighters lived in this neighborhood during the struggle for independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Mani Bhavan in Gamdevi was Gandhi's headquarters in Mumbai from 1917-1934
The neighborhood has several Art Deco residential buildings
Many key independence movement meetings were held here
Start with Mani Bhavan and walk through the neighborhood
The residential streets have beautiful old architecture
Combine with August Kranti Maidan visit
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Gamdevi Heritage Area
Royal Opera House
Entertainment
Nehru Memorial Pavilion (August Kranti Maidan)
Historical
Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
Museum
Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
Museum
Royal Opera House Mumbai
Cultural
SNDT Women's University
Education
Girgaum Chowpatty
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Wilson College
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Khotachiwadi Heritage Village
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Babulnath Temple
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