Shanmukhananda Hall, Sion Mumbai

Cultural
Shanmukhananda Hall, Sion

About

One of Mumbai's largest and most prestigious auditoriums dedicated to Indian classical music and dance. The 3,000-seat hall regularly hosts legendary musicians and cultural festivals.

Basic Information

Timings

Event-based

Entry Fee

Event tickets: ₹100-2000

Best Time to Visit

Year-round (festivals in December-January)

Place Type

Cultural

How to Reach

Walk from Sion station on Central/Harbour Line

By Metro:

The nearest metro station is Dharavi (0.7 km away) on the Line 3.

By Local Train:

The nearest local train station is Sion (0.2 km away) on the Central Line.

Nearby Metro Stations

Metro stations within 5 km of Shanmukhananda Hall, Sion

Dharavi
Line 3
0.7 km
1.8 km
Dadar
Line 3
2.3 km
4.1 km
4.2 km
4.6 km

Nearby Local Train Stations

Local train stations within 3 km of Shanmukhananda Hall, Sion

Central Line
0.2 km
Harbour Line
1.2 km
Central Line
1.5 km
Western Line
2.2 km
Western Line
Harbour Line
2.4 km
Harbour Line
2.6 km
Bandra
Fast
Western Line
Harbour Line
2.9 km

History

Built in 1956 by the Shanmukhananda Fine Arts Society. Named after Lord Murugan, the hall has been a cathedral of Indian classical music for nearly 70 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Information

Opening Hours

Event-based

Entry Fee

Event tickets: ₹100-2000

Type

Cultural

Best Time to Visit

Year-round (festivals in December-January)

How to Reach

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

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Interesting Facts

One of the largest auditoriums in Asia dedicated to classical arts

Has hosted every major Indian classical musician

The acoustics are considered among the finest in India

Travel Tips

Check their events calendar for classical music concerts

The annual classical music and dance festival is a highlight

Seats in the center stalls offer the best acoustics