Educational Places to Visit in Mumbai
Mumbai offers a wealth of educational experiences beyond the classroom. From the Nehru Science Centre's interactive exhibits to the Nehru Planetarium's cosmic shows, these destinations make learning fun for all ages. Perfect for school trips, family outings, or anyone with a curious mind.
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Premier engineering institute with beautiful lakeside campus. Established in 1958 with UNESCO assistance, IIT Bombay is consistently ranked among Asia's top universities. The sprawling 550-acre campus on the banks of Pow...
Opening Hours
Campus visits 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (registration required)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
December-January (festival time)
How to Reach
Train to Kanjurmarg, then bus to IIT Bombay
Nearby Metro Station
Aarey JVLR
Line 3 — 3.1 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Kanjur Marg
Central Line — 2.1 km

Nehru Science Centre
One of India's largest interactive science museums with hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and science demonstrations. Perfect for families and students to learn through interactive displays.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹70 for adults, ₹30 for children
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Mahalaxmi station or take bus to Dr. E. Moses Road, Worli
Nearby Metro Station
Mahalaxmi
Line 3 — 0.7 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Mahalaxmi
Western Line — 0.8 km
St. Xavier's College Heritage Building
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.
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
Walk from CST or Churchgate station, located near Dhobi Talao
Nearby Metro Station
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
Line 3 — 0.3 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
Central Line, Harbour Line — 0.2 km
Elphinstone College Heritage Building
A magnificent Gothic Revival building in the Kala Ghoda precinct, home to one of India's oldest colleges. The building's architecture rivals European cathedrals with its soaring arches and intricate stonework.
Opening Hours
Open for external viewing
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate or CST station, located in Kala Ghoda area
Nearby Metro Station
Churchgate
Line 3 — 0.3 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 0.3 km
University of Mumbai Fort Campus & Rajabai Tower
The historic campus of the University of Mumbai featuring the iconic Rajabai Clock Tower (85m tall), Convocation Hall, and University Library - all designed in stunning Venetian Gothic style.
Opening Hours
Tours available by appointment
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing), Tours by appointment
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate station, located in the Fort district
Nearby Metro Station
Churchgate
Line 3 — 0.3 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 0.3 km

Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS)
India's premier nature conservation organization established in 1883. Visit their headquarters to see natural history collections, learn about conservation efforts, and access one of India's finest nature libraries.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Closed Sundays)
Entry Fee
Free for basic visit, membership available
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate station, located at Hornbill House, Colaba
Nearby Metro Station
Cuffe Parade
Line 3 — 0.2 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 1.5 km
Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR)
India's premier research institute for fundamental sciences, housed in a striking modernist building on Mumbai's coastline designed by American architect Helmut Bartsch. A symbol of independent India's scientific ambitio...
Opening Hours
External viewing anytime, Open days announced periodically
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing, open days by invitation)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Taxi to Navy Nagar, Colaba
Nearby Metro Station
Vidhan Bhavan
Line 3 — 2.5 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 3.5 km
IIT Bombay Campus & Lake (Powai)
One of India's most prestigious technical institutes with a stunning 550-acre campus on the banks of Powai Lake. The campus features modernist architecture, lush greenery, and lake views.
Opening Hours
Visitors: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (registration at gate)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Auto-rickshaw from Kanjurmarg or Powai area
Nearby Metro Station
Aarey JVLR
Line 3 — 3.1 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Kanjur Marg
Central Line — 2.1 km
Nehru Planetarium (Worli) - Sky Shows
A planetarium offering immersive sky shows under a dome projector that takes you on a journey through the cosmos. Educational and entertaining for all ages with shows in Hindi and English.
Opening Hours
Shows at 12:00 PM, 3:00 PM (Hindi); 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM (English). Closed Mondays
Entry Fee
₹60 for adults, ₹40 for children
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Mahalaxmi station or Lower Parel
Nearby Metro Station
Mahalaxmi
Line 3 — 0.7 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Mahalaxmi
Western Line — 0.8 km
University of Mumbai - Kalina Campus
The sprawling suburban campus of the University of Mumbai in Kalina featuring modern academic buildings, research centers, and a vibrant student atmosphere. Houses multiple departments and the Garware Institute.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Auto-rickshaw from Santacruz East station or BKC
Nearby Metro Station
Bandra Colony
Line 3 — 0.3 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Santacruz
Western Line, Harbour Line — 1.8 km
Sir J.J. School of Art
India's oldest art institution housed in a stunning Victorian Gothic building. Founded in 1857, it has trained generations of India's finest artists, sculptors, and architects.
Opening Hours
External viewing anytime
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Byculla or Mumbai Central station, located on Dr. DN Road
Nearby Metro Station
Jagannath Shankar Sheth Metro
Line 3 — 1.5 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Sandhurst Road
Central Line, Harbour Line — 0.9 km

Wilson College
A prestigious college in a stunning Victorian Gothic building overlooking Chowpatty Beach. The campus with its clock tower and arched corridors is one of South Mumbai's most photogenic heritage buildings.
Opening Hours
External viewing anytime
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Charni Road or Grant Road station, located on Chowpatty Seaface
Nearby Metro Station
Grant Road
Line 3 — 1.2 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Grant Road
Western Line — 0.8 km
Sophia College for Women
A prestigious women's college housed in a beautiful campus on Bhulabhai Desai Road. Known for its elegant architecture, manicured grounds, and distinguished alumni.
Opening Hours
External viewing anytime
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Grant Road station, located on Bhulabhai Desai Road
Nearby Metro Station
Grant Road
Line 3 — 1.4 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Grant Road
Western Line — 0.9 km
Ramnarain Ruia Autonomous College
One of Mumbai's most reputed colleges in the Matunga area, known for its academic excellence and vibrant student culture. The campus hosts cultural festivals that attract students from across Mumbai.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Matunga station on Central Line
Nearby Metro Station
Shitaladevi Mandir
Line 3 — 0.8 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Matunga Road
Western Line — 0.2 km

Mithibai College & Vile Parle Education Hub
A premier college in the Vile Parle education hub, known for its massive cultural festival 'Kshitij' and the famous street food stalls surrounding the campus. The area is a student paradise.
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Vile Parle West station on Western Line
Nearby Metro Station
Andheri
Line 1 — 1.7 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Vile Parle
Western Line, Harbour Line — 1.1 km
NMIMS University (Mukesh Patel Campus)
One of India's top private universities with a modern campus in Vile Parle. Known for its MBA program, engineering, and pharmacy schools. The campus features contemporary architecture.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (with permission)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Vile Parle West station
Nearby Metro Station
Andheri
Line 1 — 1.9 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Vile Parle
Western Line, Harbour Line — 1.1 km
Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
India's premier social sciences institution with a beautiful heritage campus in Deonar. The campus features colonial-era buildings, lush gardens, and an intellectually stimulating atmosphere.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (with registration)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Sion station on Central/Harbour Line
Nearby Metro Station
Dharavi
Line 3 — 0.3 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Sion
Central Line — 0.5 km
SIES College & Sion Education Hub
Part of a major educational cluster in Sion with multiple colleges, schools, and coaching institutes. The area buzzes with student energy and has a lively street food scene.
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Sion station
Nearby Metro Station
Dharavi
Line 3 — 0.5 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Sion
Central Line — 0.2 km
Don Bosco High School & Institute, Matunga
A prestigious Salesian educational institution in Matunga with a distinctive campus. Part of the worldwide Don Bosco network, it has been educating Mumbai's youth since 1928.
Opening Hours
External viewing anytime
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Matunga station on Central Line
Nearby Metro Station
Shitaladevi Mandir
Line 3 — 0.3 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Matunga
Central Line — 0.4 km
Jai Hind College, Churchgate
A premier South Mumbai college located near Marine Drive, known for its strong academic programs, legendary cultural festivals, and proximity to Mumbai's iconic landmarks.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate station, located on Backbay Reclamation
Nearby Metro Station
Churchgate
Line 3 — 0.6 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 0.6 km
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