Girgaum Chowpatty Mumbai
About
Mumbai's most iconic beach at the southern end of Marine Drive, famous for its street food stalls serving bhel puri, pav bhaji, and kulfi. The beach comes alive during Ganesh Chaturthi immersions.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Beach
How to Reach
Walk from Marine Lines or Charni Road station, at the end of Marine Drive
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Grant Road (1.2 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Grant Road (0.8 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Girgaum Chowpatty
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Girgaum Chowpatty
History
One of Mumbai's oldest beaches, historically used by the city's residents for recreation. It has been the center of Mumbai's Ganpati Visarjan celebrations for over a century.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Beach
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Host to Mumbai's largest Ganpati Visarjan procession
The bhel puri here is considered the best in Mumbai
Featured in countless Bollywood films
Evening is the best time for street food and sunset
Visit during Ganesh Chaturthi for the immersion spectacle
Be cautious of your belongings in crowded areas
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