Royal Western India Turf Club (Mahalaxmi Racecourse) Mumbai
About
One of Asia's oldest and most prestigious racecourses, the Mahalaxmi Racecourse is a sprawling green oasis in the heart of South Mumbai. It hosts thoroughbred horse racing and doubles as a public recreation ground on non-race days.
Basic Information
Timings
Race days: Gates open 12:00 PM (racing season Nov-Apr, monsoon season Jul-Oct); Public ground: Sunrise to 9:00 AM
Entry Fee
Race day: Rs 50-500 (varies by enclosure); Public ground: Free
Best Time to Visit
November to April (main racing season)
Place Type
Entertainment
How to Reach
Take Western Railway to Mahalaxmi station, then 5-minute walk. The racecourse is visible from the station platforms. BEST buses on Dr. E. Moses Road stop nearby.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Mahalaxmi (0.4 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Mahalaxmi (0.3 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Royal Western India Turf Club (Mahalaxmi Racecourse)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Royal Western India Turf Club (Mahalaxmi Racecourse)
History
Established in 1883 by the Royal Western India Turf Club, the racecourse has been the center of Mumbai's horse racing culture for over 140 years. It hosts the prestigious Indian Derby, held annually since 1943.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Race days: Gates open 12:00 PM (racing season Nov-Apr, monsoon season Jul-Oct); Public ground: Sunrise to 9:00 AM
Entry Fee
Race day: Rs 50-500 (varies by enclosure); Public ground: Free
Type
Entertainment
Best Time to Visit
November to April (main racing season)
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The racecourse sits on some of the most valuable real estate in the world
The Indian Derby, held here annually, is the most prestigious horse race in India
The infield was used as an internment camp for enemy aliens during World War II
Race days offer a unique social experience - dress code applies for certain enclosures
On non-race days, the inner ground is open as a public park early morning for jogging
The monsoon racing season (Jul-Oct) has a different atmosphere from the main winter season
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