Madh Island Mumbai
About
A peaceful island retreat connected to Mumbai by road and ferry, known for its quiet beaches, old Portuguese fort, fishing villages, and Bollywood film shooting locations.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Beach
How to Reach
Take ferry from Versova or drive via Marve Road from Malad station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Versova (3.3 km away) on the Line 1.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Madh Island
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Madh Island
No local train stations found within 3 km.
History
The island has a rich history dating back to the Portuguese era. The Madh Fort (built by the Portuguese in the 17th century) still stands as a reminder of colonial rule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Beach
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Home to a 17th-century Portuguese fort
Popular Bollywood film shooting location
Connected to mainland by a scenic ferry from Versova
The Versova-Madh ferry is a scenic experience
Visit the old Portuguese church and fort
Seafood at local shacks is excellent and affordable
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Madh Island
Aksa Beach, Malad
Beach
Aksa Beach
Beach
Versova Beach
Beach
Versova Rock Beach & Fishing Jetty Sunset
Beach
Versova Rock Paintings (Petroglyphs)
Historical
Versova Koli Fishing Village
Cultural
Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West
Market
Cinepolis Fun Republic, Andheri
Entertainment
Lokhandwala Complex & Market
Shopping
Mumbai Metro Line 1 Ride (Versova to Ghatkopar)
Experience