Sophia College for Women, Breach Candy Mumbai
About
One of Mumbai's most prestigious women's colleges, Sophia College is known for its beautiful campus, tree-lined pathways, and strong academic programs in arts, science, and management.
Basic Information
Timings
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Entry Fee
Free (permission required)
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Education
How to Reach
Walk from Grant Road station or auto from Charni Road
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Grant Road (1.9 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Grant Road (1.4 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Sophia College for Women, Breach Candy
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Sophia College for Women, Breach Candy
History
Founded in 1941 by the Society of the Sacred Heart, Sophia College has produced many notable women leaders in politics, arts, business, and media.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat)
Entry Fee
Free (permission required)
Type
Education
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The campus is one of the most beautiful in Mumbai
Alumni include several prominent women in Indian public life
The college chapel is a serene architectural gem
The campus requires permission for non-student visits
Located in one of Mumbai's most upscale neighborhoods
The nearby Breach Candy area has excellent cafes
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Sophia College for Women, Breach Candy
Sophia Bhabha Auditorium, Breach Candy
Cultural
Sophia College for Women
Educational
Priyadarshini Park
Nature
Hornby Vellard & Breach Candy Promenade
Historical
Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens)
Nature
Priyadarshini Park
Park
Kamala Nehru Park
Nature
Malabar Hill & Hanging Gardens Viewpoint
Nature
Hanging Gardens (Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens), Malabar Hill
Park
Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
Museum