Nehru Science Centre Mumbai

Cultural
Nehru Science Centre

About

India's largest interactive science centre with over 500 hands-on exhibits, a planetarium dome, and regular science demonstrations spread across multiple galleries. A must-visit for families and students.

Basic Information

Timings

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (daily, closed on Holi and Diwali)

Entry Fee

Rs 70 (adults), Rs 30 (children); 3D show extra Rs 30

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

Place Type

Cultural

How to Reach

Take Western Railway to Lower Parel station, then 10-minute auto-rickshaw ride to Dr. E. Moses Road. BEST bus routes 63, 83, and 124 stop nearby.

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Worli (74 m away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Prabhadevi (1.7 km away) on the Western Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Nehru Science Centre

Worli
Line 3
74 m
1.4 km
1.7 km
2.6 km
3.7 km
Mahalaxmi
Line 3
3.9 km
Dadar
Line 3
4.0 km
Dharavi
Line 3
5.0 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Nehru Science Centre

Western Line
1.7 km
Central Line
2.3 km
Dadar
Fast
Western Line
Central Line
2.6 km
Central Line
2.6 km
Western Line
2.9 km

History

Established in 1985 under the National Council of Science Museums, the centre was built to popularize science education and has welcomed millions of visitors over nearly four decades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (daily, closed on Holi and Diwali)

Entry Fee

Rs 70 (adults), Rs 30 (children); 3D show extra Rs 30

Type

Cultural

Best Time to Visit

Year-round

How to Reach

Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride

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Interesting Facts

Houses over 500 interactive science exhibits across multiple themed galleries

The 3D science film shows are one of the most popular attractions for children

The outdoor science park features large-scale working models of scientific principles

Travel Tips

Allow 3-4 hours for a complete visit including all galleries

Check the daily schedule for 3D film and science show timings

Weekday mornings are less crowded and ideal for school-age children