Mahalaxmi Temple Mumbai

Religious
Mahalaxmi Temple

About

Ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Mahalaxmi, patron deity of Mumbai. Perched on a promontory overlooking the Arabian Sea, this temple complex actually houses three goddesses—Mahalaxmi, Mahakali, and Mahasaraswati—representing the trinity of cosmic powers. The original temple dates back centuries, though the current structure was rebuilt multiple times. During Navratri, the nine-night festival draws enormous crowds and the temple is elaborately decorated with flowers and lights. The adjacent promenade offers stunning sea views and the nearby Mahalaxmi Racecourse and Haji Ali Dargah make this area a must-visit cluster of Mumbai landmarks.

Basic Information

Timings

6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

Place Type

Religious

How to Reach

Metro to Mahalaxmi Station, 2-minute walk

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Mahalaxmi (1.0 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Mahalaxmi (1.1 km away) on the Western Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Mahalaxmi Temple

Mahalaxmi
Line 3
1.0 km
2.2 km
2.3 km
3.7 km
Worli
Line 3
4.0 km
4.4 km
Girgaon
Line 3
4.8 km
Kalbadevi
Line 3
4.8 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Mahalaxmi Temple

Western Line
1.1 km
Western Line
1.9 km
Western Line
2.3 km
Western Line
2.6 km
Central Line
2.7 km
Central Line
2.7 km

History

One of Mumbai's oldest temples, centuries old

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 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

Location on Map
Activities
Sightseeing
Photography
Interesting Facts

Navratri celebrations are famous

Sea-facing location

Travel Tips

Tuesday and Friday are most crowded

Dress modestly