Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens) Mumbai
About
A terraced garden perched on Malabar Hill famous for its animal-shaped topiary hedges and views of the Arabian Sea. The garden is built over Mumbai's main reservoir - one of the city's quirkiest facts.
Basic Information
Timings
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Taxi to Malabar Hill from Churchgate or Grant Road station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Grant Road (2.2 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Grant Road (1.6 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens)
History
Opened in 1881 and named after Sir Pherozeshah Mehta, the garden was built atop the main water reservoir to prevent contamination. The terraced layout was designed by Ulhas Rane.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Built on top of one of Mumbai's main water reservoirs
The animal topiary includes elephants, giraffes, and rabbits
Named after Sir Pherozeshah Mehta, the 'Lion of Bombay'
Visit early morning for peaceful walks and exercise groups
Walk to Kamala Nehru Park next door for Queen's Necklace views
The boot-shaped Old Woman's Shoe is a photo favorite
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