Marine Drive Art Deco Ensemble (UNESCO Heritage) Mumbai
About
The world's second-largest collection of Art Deco buildings (after Miami), recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Over 90 Art Deco apartment buildings line the curve of Marine Drive.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate or Marine Lines station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Girgaon (1.2 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Marine Lines (57 m away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Marine Drive Art Deco Ensemble (UNESCO Heritage)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Marine Drive Art Deco Ensemble (UNESCO Heritage)
History
Built between 1930-1950, these buildings represent Mumbai's Art Deco boom. In 2018, the Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2018
World's second-largest Art Deco collection after Miami Beach
Over 90 Art Deco residential buildings along Marine Drive
Take a guided Art Deco walking tour for the best experience
Look up at the building facades for decorative motifs
Evening illumination highlights the architecture beautifully
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