Lonavala Hill Station Mumbai
About
A beloved hill station in the Sahyadri hills, Lonavala is Mumbai's most popular weekend getaway. Famous for its misty valleys, ancient caves, and the iconic chikki (brittle candy).
Basic Information
Timings
Open destination
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
June to September (monsoon) or October to March
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Train from CST/Dadar to Lonavala (2.5 hours). Drive via Mumbai-Pune Expressway (2 hours).
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Lonavala Hill Station
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Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Lonavala Hill Station
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History
Developed as a hill station during the British era, Lonavala became popular due to its location between Mumbai and Pune on the railway line. The surrounding Sahyadri hills have forts dating to the Maratha era.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open destination
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
June to September (monsoon) or October to March
How to Reach
Best reached by taxi or auto-rickshaw
Lonavala chikki is the town's most famous export
The Bhaja and Karla Caves nearby date to the 2nd century BCE
During monsoons, the waterfalls and mist make it spectacularly beautiful
Monsoon season (June-September) is the most scenic
Buy chikki from Cooper's or Maganlal
Tiger Point and Lion Point offer stunning valley views
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