Matheran Hill Station Mumbai
About
Asia's smallest hill station and India's only automobile-free hill station, located just 80 km from Mumbai. Matheran's 33 named viewpoints, dense forests, and the heritage toy train ride make it a magical day trip or weekend getaway.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours; Toy train: 8:40 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Entry tax: Rs 75 per person; Toy train: Rs 75-300
Best Time to Visit
October to May (closed during heavy monsoon)
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Drive to Neral (2 hours from Mumbai), then take the heritage toy train or trek up. The toy train ride takes about 2 hours through scenic valleys.
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History
Discovered by Hugh Malet, the Collector of Thane, in 1850. The Matheran Hill Railway (toy train) was built in 1907 by Abdul Hussain Adamjee Peerbhoy. It became a UNESCO World Heritage tentative list site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours; Toy train: 8:40 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Entry tax: Rs 75 per person; Toy train: Rs 75-300
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
October to May (closed during heavy monsoon)
How to Reach
Best reached by taxi or auto-rickshaw
Asia's smallest hill station at just 800 meters above sea level
Vehicles are banned - the only way to explore is by foot or horseback
The toy train has been running since 1907, making it over 115 years old
Vehicles are not allowed - you must walk or take a horse from Dasturi car park
The toy train ride from Neral is a must-do experience
Carry cash as ATMs are unreliable and many places don't accept cards
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