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Parks & Gardens in Mumbai

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Despite being a concrete jungle, Mumbai hides many green havens. From the sprawling Sanjay Gandhi National Park to charming neighbourhood gardens, these nature spots offer a breath of fresh air. Whether you want a morning jog, a family picnic, or a nature trek, Mumbai's parks and green spaces have something for everyone.

Sanjay Gandhi National Park
#1 of Top 84

Sanjay Gandhi National Park

Large national park with wildlife, ancient caves, and nature trails. Spanning 104 square kilometers in the heart of Mumbai's northern suburbs, this is one of the most visited national parks in the world, attracting over ...

Opening Hours

7:30 AM - 6:30 PM (Closed Mondays)

Entry Fee

₹46 for adults, ₹25 for children

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

November to February

How to Reach

Train to Borivali, then auto to park entrance

Nearby Metro Station

Poisar

Line 74.7 km

Wildlife viewing
Trekking
Boating
Cave exploration
Hanging Gardens
#2 of Top 84

Hanging Gardens

Beautiful terraced gardens on Malabar Hill with panoramic city views. Officially named Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens, these terraced gardens were laid out in 1881 on top of Mumbai's main reservoir on Malabar Hill. The garden...

Opening Hours

5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Metro to Grant Road, then taxi up Malabar Hill

Nearby Metro Station

Grant Road

Line 31.7 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Grant Road

Western Line1.2 km

Walking
Photography
City views
Relaxation
Powai Lake
#3 of Top 84

Powai Lake

Scenic artificial lake surrounded by hills, perfect for recreation. Created in 1891 as a reservoir for Mumbai's water supply, Powai Lake is now a scenic recreational landmark in the eastern suburbs. The lake is bordered ...

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours (boating 9 AM - 6 PM)

Entry Fee

Free (boating charges extra)

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Train to Kanjurmarg, then taxi to Powai Lake

Nearby Metro Station

Aarey JVLR

Line 33.0 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Kanjur Marg

Central Line2.8 km

Boating
Jogging
Photography
Bird watching
Aarey Milk Colony
#4 of Top 84

Aarey Milk Colony

Mumbai's green lung with dairy farms, nature trails, and tribal villages. Spread across 3,166 acres in Goregaon, Aarey Colony was established in 1951 as a dairy development project and has evolved into Mumbai's most impo...

Opening Hours

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

November to February

How to Reach

Train to Goregaon, then taxi to Aarey Colony

Nearby Metro Station

Jogeshwari East

Line 71.4 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Goregaon

Western Line, Harbour Line0.4 km

Nature walks
Bird watching
Dairy farm visits
Photography
Flamingo Watching Tours
#5 of Top 84

Flamingo Watching Tours

Seasonal tours to see thousands of migratory flamingos in Mumbai. Every winter from November to May, the mudflats of Thane Creek and Sewri transform into a spectacular pink-and-white panorama as tens of thousands of Less...

Opening Hours

6:00 AM - 10:00 AM (November to May)

Entry Fee

Free (guided tours ₹500-1000)

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

November to May

How to Reach

Train to Sewri for main viewing area

Nearby Metro Station

Dharavi

Line 30.6 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Sion

Central Line0.7 km

Bird watching
Photography
Nature observation
Educational tours
Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan (Byculla Zoo)
#6 of Top 84

Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan (Byculla Zoo)

Mumbai's oldest public garden and zoo established in 1861. Recently renovated, it houses a variety of animals, a botanical garden, and the heritage Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum within its grounds.

Opening Hours

9:30 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed Wednesdays)

Entry Fee

₹50 for adults, ₹25 for children

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to February

How to Reach

Walk from Byculla Railway Station (5 minutes)

Nearby Metro Station

Mahalaxmi

Line 31.8 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Byculla

Central Line0.3 km

Zoo visit
Nature walks
Photography
Family outing
Oval Maidan
#7 of Top 84

Oval Maidan

A historic recreational ground in South Mumbai flanked by stunning Art Deco buildings on one side and Victorian Gothic structures on the other. A living showcase of Mumbai's architectural heritage.

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Churchgate Station (5 minutes)

Nearby Metro Station

Churchgate

Line 30.3 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Churchgate

Western Line0.3 km

Cricket watching
Photography
Heritage walks
Relaxation
Horniman Circle Gardens
#8 of Top 84

Horniman Circle Gardens

A beautifully landscaped circular garden in the heart of Fort Mumbai, surrounded by grand neo-classical buildings. A peaceful green oasis in the bustling commercial district.

Opening Hours

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from CST or Churchgate station, located in Fort area

Nearby Metro Station

Hutatma Chowk

Line 30.5 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

Central Line, Harbour Line0.9 km

Relaxation
Photography
Heritage walks
Reading
Joggers Park, Bandra
#9 of Top 84

Joggers Park, Bandra

A popular seafront park in Bandra offering a jogging track, children's play area, and stunning Arabian Sea views. A favorite spot for locals to exercise and unwind.

Opening Hours

5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Bandra station or take auto to Carter Road

Nearby Metro Station

Worli

Line 33.7 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Bandra

Western Line, Harbour Line2.1 km

Jogging
Walking
Sunset viewing
Relaxation
Shivaji Park
#10 of Top 84

Shivaji Park

One of Mumbai's largest and most significant public grounds. Famous as the birthplace of Indian cricket legends and the site of historic political rallies. The park is the cultural heart of Dadar.

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Dadar Railway Station (West), 10-minute walk

Nearby Metro Station

Shitaladevi Mandir

Line 31.4 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Matunga Road

Western Line0.6 km

Cricket
Walking
Cultural events
Morning exercise
Chhota Kashmir
#11 of Top 84

Chhota Kashmir

A scenic lake and garden area within Aarey Colony that resembles the beauty of Kashmir. Offers boating facilities and is surrounded by lush greenery, making it a perfect escape from the city.

Opening Hours

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free (Boating: ₹50-100)

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

July to February

How to Reach

Located inside Aarey Colony, take bus from Goregaon station

Nearby Metro Station

Mandapeshwar

Line 2A1.2 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Borivali

Western Line0.8 km

Boating
Photography
Picnic
Nature walks
Colaba Woods Garden
#12 of Top 84

Colaba Woods Garden

A peaceful garden in South Mumbai offering a green oasis amidst the urban landscape. Popular with locals for morning walks and jogging, with mature trees and well-maintained pathways.

Opening Hours

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Colaba Bus Depot, near Afghan Church

Nearby Metro Station

Vidhan Bhavan

Line 32.2 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Churchgate

Western Line3.4 km

Walking
Jogging
Bird watching
Relaxation
Sewri Jetty
#13 of Top 84

Sewri Jetty

A famous jetty and flamingo watching spot where thousands of migratory flamingos visit during winter months. The mudflats become a pink spectacle from November to May.

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours (best early morning)

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

November to May

How to Reach

Take local train to Sewri station on Harbour Line, then walk 15 minutes

Nearby Metro Station

Dadar

Line 31.7 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Wadala Road

Harbour Line1.2 km

Flamingo watching
Photography
Bird watching
Nature observation
Sewri Flamingo Point
#14 of Top 84

Sewri Flamingo Point

A designated viewing point for the spectacular flamingo congregation in Mumbai's mudflats. During peak season, the sky turns pink with thousands of flamingos creating a breathtaking natural spectacle.

Opening Hours

6:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Auto-rickshaw from Sewri railway station on Harbour Line

Nearby Metro Station

Dadar

Line 31.5 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Wadala Road

Harbour Line1.1 km

Flamingo watching
Bird photography
Nature walks
Wildlife observation
Maharashtra Nature Park
#15 of Top 84

Maharashtra Nature Park

A 37-acre urban nature park created on a former garbage dump, now home to over 120 species of birds, 80 species of butterflies, and diverse flora. A testament to environmental restoration.

Opening Hours

9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed Mondays)

Entry Fee

₹10

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Sion or Dharavi, near Mahim Causeway

Nearby Metro Station

Shitaladevi Mandir

Line 30.4 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Matunga

Central Line0.1 km

Nature walks
Bird watching
Butterfly garden
Environmental education
Kamala Nehru Park
#16 of Top 84

Kamala Nehru Park

A hilltop garden on Malabar Hill offering spectacular panoramic views of Marine Drive's 'Queen's Necklace' at night. Features the famous 'Old Woman's Shoe' structure for children.

Opening Hours

5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Take taxi to Malabar Hill from Churchgate or Charni Road station

Nearby Metro Station

Grant Road

Line 32.2 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Grant Road

Western Line1.6 km

Walking
Photography
Scenic views
Children's play area
Mumbai Port Trust Garden (Jijamata Udyan Annexe)
#17 of Top 84

Mumbai Port Trust Garden (Jijamata Udyan Annexe)

A beautiful heritage garden maintained by the Mumbai Port Trust, offering a peaceful green space in bustling Central Mumbai. Known for its well-maintained lawns and colonial-era structures.

Opening Hours

6:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Byculla station on the Central or Harbour Line

Nearby Metro Station

Jagannath Shankar Sheth Metro

Line 31.6 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Sandhurst Road

Central Line, Harbour Line0.8 km

Walking
Relaxation
Photography
Picnic
Gilbert Hill
#18 of Top 84

Gilbert Hill

A 200-foot tall monolith of black basalt rock that is 66 million years old, formed during the Mesozoic Era. One of the most remarkable geological formations within any major city in the world.

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Auto-rickshaw from Andheri West station, located in Andheri West

Nearby Metro Station

Lower Malad

Line 2A1.6 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Malad

Western Line1.0 km

Rock climbing observation
Photography
Geological study
Temple visit
Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan & Zoo (Byculla Zoo)
#19 of Top 84

Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan & Zoo (Byculla Zoo)

Mumbai's oldest public garden and zoo, recently renovated with modern enclosures. Home to penguins, tigers, elephants, and hundreds of other species. The botanical garden features rare plant species.

Opening Hours

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed Wednesdays)

Entry Fee

₹50 for adults, ₹25 for children

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Byculla station on Central Line

Nearby Metro Station

Mahalaxmi

Line 31.8 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Byculla

Central Line0.2 km

Zoo visit
Garden walks
Animal viewing
Photography
Cross Maidan
#20 of Top 84

Cross Maidan

One of Mumbai's historic maidans (open grounds) in the Fort district, used for cricket matches, recreational activities, and political gatherings. Named after the cross that once stood here.

Opening Hours

Open 24 hours

Entry Fee

Free

Type

Nature

Best Time to Visit

October to March

How to Reach

Walk from Churchgate station, located south of Oval Maidan

Nearby Metro Station

Churchgate

Line 30.5 km

Nearby Local Train Station

Churchgate

Western Line0.5 km

Walking
Cricket watching
Photography
Relaxation

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