Parks & Gardens in Mumbai
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
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 7 — 4.7 km
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 3 — 1.7 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Grant Road
Western Line — 1.2 km

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 3 — 3.0 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Kanjur Marg
Central Line — 2.8 km
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 7 — 1.4 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Goregaon
Western Line, Harbour Line — 0.4 km
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 3 — 0.6 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Sion
Central Line — 0.7 km
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 3 — 1.8 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Byculla
Central Line — 0.3 km
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 3 — 0.3 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 0.3 km
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 3 — 0.5 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
Central Line, Harbour Line — 0.9 km
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 3 — 3.7 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Bandra
Western Line, Harbour Line — 2.1 km
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 3 — 1.4 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Matunga Road
Western Line — 0.6 km

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 2A — 1.2 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Borivali
Western Line — 0.8 km

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 3 — 2.2 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 3.4 km

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 3 — 1.7 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Wadala Road
Harbour Line — 1.2 km
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 3 — 1.5 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Wadala Road
Harbour Line — 1.1 km

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 3 — 0.4 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Matunga
Central Line — 0.1 km
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 3 — 2.2 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Grant Road
Western Line — 1.6 km
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 3 — 1.6 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Sandhurst Road
Central Line, Harbour Line — 0.8 km
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 2A — 1.6 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Malad
Western Line — 1.0 km
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 3 — 1.8 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Byculla
Central Line — 0.2 km
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 3 — 0.5 km
Nearby Local Train Station
Churchgate
Western Line — 0.5 km
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