Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque, Mumbai) Mumbai
About
One of the largest and oldest mosques in Mumbai, known for its striking architecture with minarets and a large courtyard. A center of Islamic worship and community life in South Mumbai.
Basic Information
Timings
5:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Religious
How to Reach
Walk from Mumbai Central or Kalbadevi area
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Girgaon (0.3 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Masjid Bunder (0.7 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque, Mumbai)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Jama Masjid (Friday Mosque, Mumbai)
History
Built in the early 19th century, the mosque has been a spiritual anchor for Mumbai's Muslim community for over 200 years. The architecture reflects Mughal and Indo-Islamic styles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
5:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
One of the largest mosques in Mumbai accommodating thousands of worshippers
The Friday prayer congregation is one of the largest in the city
Beautiful calligraphy adorns the interiors
Non-Muslims should visit outside prayer times
Dress modestly, cover heads and remove shoes
Friday afternoons are the busiest
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