Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens), Malabar Hill Mumbai
About
A terraced garden perched on Malabar Hill offering stunning views of the Arabian Sea and Marine Drive. Famous for its animal-shaped topiary hedges and serene atmosphere.
Basic Information
Timings
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Park
How to Reach
Auto from Grant Road station. BEST bus to Malabar Hill.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Grant Road (1.7 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Grant Road (1.2 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens), Malabar Hill
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens), Malabar Hill
History
Created in 1881 over the city's water reservoirs on Malabar Hill, Hanging Gardens was designed as a public park by Ulhas Ghapokar. Named after Pherozeshah Mehta, a prominent Parsi leader.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The garden sits atop one of Mumbai's main water reservoirs
The topiary hedges shaped like animals are the main attraction
Kamala Nehru Park opposite offers the famous 'shoe house' and Queen's Necklace view
Visit Kamala Nehru Park opposite for Queen's Necklace views
Sunrise and sunset are the most beautiful times
The Old Woman's Shoe in Kamala Nehru Park is loved by children
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