Horniman Circle Gardens Mumbai
About
A beautifully landscaped circular garden in the heart of Fort Mumbai, surrounded by grand neo-classical buildings. A peaceful green oasis in the bustling commercial district.
Basic Information
Timings
6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Walk from CST or Churchgate station, located in Fort area
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Hutatma Chowk (0.5 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.9 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Horniman Circle Gardens
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Horniman Circle Gardens
History
Originally called Elphinstone Circle, built in the 1860s and renamed in 1947 after Benjamin Horniman, editor of the Bombay Chronicle who supported Indian independence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
6:00 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
Surrounded by some of Mumbai's finest 19th-century commercial buildings
Named after a British editor who championed Indian independence
The Asiatic Society Library on its perimeter houses rare manuscripts
Visit in the morning for a peaceful experience
Combine with Fort Heritage walk
Nearby Attractions
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Asiatic Society of Mumbai Library
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Old Customs House, Fort
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Horniman Circle Garden, Fort
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Asiatic Society of Mumbai Library (Town Hall)
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Mahesh Lunch Home, Fort
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RBI Monetary Museum, Fort
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RBI Monetary Museum
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Ideal Corner, Colaba (Fort Area)
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