Oval Maidan, Churchgate Mumbai

Park
Oval Maidan, Churchgate

About

An iconic cricket ground flanked by Victorian Gothic and Art Deco buildings on either side. Oval Maidan is a stunning visual juxtaposition of two architectural eras and a beloved cricket ground.

Basic Information

Timings

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Best Time to Visit

October to March

Place Type

Park

How to Reach

Walk from Churchgate station

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Churchgate (0.2 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Churchgate (0.2 km away) on the Western Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Oval Maidan, Churchgate

0.2 km
0.4 km
1.2 km
1.2 km
Girgaon
Line 3
1.9 km
Kalbadevi
Line 3
1.9 km
3.9 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Oval Maidan, Churchgate

Western Line
0.2 km
Central Line
Harbour Line
1.2 km
Western Line
1.5 km
Western Line
2.4 km
Central Line
Harbour Line
2.6 km
Harbour Line
2.8 km

History

One of Mumbai's oldest open spaces, Oval Maidan has been a cricket ground since the 19th century. It sits between the Victorian Gothic buildings (University, High Court) and Art Deco buildings (Eros, Churchgate).

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Park

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

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

Location on Map
Activities
Sightseeing
Photography
Interesting Facts

The view encompasses both UNESCO World Heritage ensembles simultaneously

Weekend cricket matches here have produced many Test cricketers

The maidan is flanked by Victorian Gothic on one side and Art Deco on the other

Travel Tips

Stand in the center for the iconic two-eras photograph

Weekend afternoons have the most cricket action

The evening light on the Victorian buildings is magical