St. Xavier's College Heritage Building Mumbai
About
One of India's most prestigious colleges housed in a stunning Gothic Revival building. The heritage structure is an architectural masterpiece with its ornate facade, arched windows, and grand interiors.
Basic Information
Timings
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (external viewing)
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Educational
How to Reach
Walk from CST or Churchgate station, located near Dhobi Talao
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.3 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.2 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of St. Xavier's College Heritage Building
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of St. Xavier's College Heritage Building
History
Founded in 1869 by the Jesuit order, the college building is a Grade I heritage structure. It has produced numerous notable alumni including business leaders, scientists, and Bollywood stars.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (external viewing)
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Founded in 1869 by Jesuit missionaries
Grade I Heritage structure protected by law
Alumni include Mukesh Ambani and several Bollywood personalities
External architecture can be viewed anytime
Permission may be needed to enter the campus
The chapel inside is worth visiting if accessible
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