Powai Lake & Garden District Mumbai
About
The upscale Powai area centered around Powai Lake offers a modern living experience with lakeside restaurants, corporate campuses, and views of the Sahyadri hills. Mumbai's most planned suburb.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Auto-rickshaw from Kanjurmarg or Vikhroli station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Aarey JVLR (2.8 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Kanjur Marg (2.5 km away) on the Central Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Powai Lake & Garden District
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Powai Lake & Garden District
History
Powai was a rural area until the 1990s when Hiranandani Group developed it into an upscale township. The area around Powai Lake has become one of Mumbai's most desirable addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Powai Lake has resident crocodiles that were introduced in the 1970s
The area houses campuses of major IT companies
The Sahyadri hills are visible from the lakefront on clear days
The lakeside promenade is great for evening walks
Several restaurants offer lake views
The IIT Bombay campus is accessible from here
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Powai Lake & Garden District
Hiranandani Gardens, Powai
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Powai Lake
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IIT Bombay Campus & Lake (Powai)
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Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
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IIT Bombay, Powai
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National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Powai
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Mahakali Caves (Kondivite Caves)
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Vihar Lake
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Vihar Lake, Borivali
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Godrej Mangrove Park (Vikhroli)
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