Royal Bombay Yacht Club Mumbai
About
One of the oldest yacht clubs in Asia with a stunning Victorian Gothic building overlooking the Apollo Bunder. A symbol of Mumbai's maritime culture and colonial-era social life.
Basic Information
Timings
External viewing anytime
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing only)
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Historical
How to Reach
Walk from Colaba, near Gateway of India
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Cuffe Parade (0.1 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (1.5 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Royal Bombay Yacht Club
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Royal Bombay Yacht Club
History
Established in 1846, the Royal Bombay Yacht Club is one of the oldest in Asia. The current building dates to 1880 and features classic Victorian architecture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
External viewing anytime
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing only)
Type
Historical
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
One of the oldest yacht clubs in Asia, established 1846
The building is a Grade I Heritage structure
Has hosted royalty and heads of state for over 175 years
Members-only club but exterior architecture is worth admiring
Located next to the Gateway of India
The building is beautifully lit at night
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Royal Bombay Yacht Club
Sunrise at Gateway of India / Taj
Experience
Mumbai Harbour Ferry Ride (Gateway to Elephanta)
Experience
Mumbai Harbour Night Cruise
Experience
Taj Mahal Palace Hotel
Historical
Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
Educational
Gateway of India
Monument
Mumbai Harbour Sunset Cruise
Experience
Gateway of India Night View & Colaba Night Walk
Experience
Gateway of India, Colaba
Landmark
Gateway of India Boat Rides
Experience