Marine Drive (Mumbai) , Mumbai
About Marine Drive (Mumbai)
Wending its way around the bay, Marine Drive is one of the most scenic stretches of road on the Arabian coast. It is officially known as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road. But since that was a bit of a mouthful they shortened it to Marine Drive.
Whoever you are, this 4 kilometer long curved avenue has plenty of space for everyone. Whether it’s an end to your crappy day or the commencement of waterlogged monsoons this is every Mumbaikar’s and every traveler’s peace place, even in midst of deafening traffic. Commencing from the western side of Charni Road it goes up till Nariman Point, even from a car or taxi it gives an unwanted mushy feeling about the true essence of this city. It is also commonly referred as Queen’s Necklace as during the nightfall it looks like elegant piece of jewelry, a result of the yellow street lights. Again this massive promenade overlooking the Arabian Sea is Bollywood’s favorite child the city’s oldest member. So if the next time you are in town ditch the monotonous and walk along this boulevard and a major tip: do cuddle with a lot of dogs and puppies that come in your way, it is priceless trust us.
Day or night, you’ll find a healthy amount of tourists and locals, taking in the sights and enjoying the views.
Current Marine Drive (Mumbai) Weather
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Places to Visit near Marine Drive (Mumbai)
Rajabai Clock Tower, Maharashtra
1.9 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Standing with an altitude of 280 feet, Rajabai Clock Tower is located within the campus of Mumbai University. Dating back to 18th century, the...
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Taraporewala Aquarium, Maharashtra
2 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Popularly called Fish Museum, Taraporewala Aquarium is one of the leading attractions of Mumbai. Located near marine drive, the place boasts of...
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Flora Fountain, Maharashtra
2.1 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Located at the Hutatma Chowk or Martyr’s Square at the southern end of the Mile Long Road is the Flora Fountain. Part of the old colonial order,...
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National Centre for Performing Arts, Mumbai, Maharashtra
2.1 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
NCPA, National Center for Performing Art, was established by J.R.D. Tata over a 3,20,000 square feet land in Nariman Point of Mumbai. Classical,...
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St. Thomas Cathedral, Mumbai, Maharashtra
2.2 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Situated on Veer Nariman Road, St.Thomas Cathedral was the first Anglican Church of Mumbai constructed in 1718. The entrance of the Church has one...
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Bombay Natural History Society, Maharashtra
2.9 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Bombay Natural History Museum, part of the Bombay Natural History Society, is one of the most enriching museums of India. Established in 1883, it...
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Jehangir Art Gallery, Maharashtra
2.9 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Located at Kala Ghoda locality of Mumbai, the building itself was constructed in 1952. One of the most popular galleries for up and coming and...
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Gateway of India, Maharashtra
3 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Gateway of India is one of those places which can’t be really overlooked, by almost anyone visiting the city of Mumbai. The Gate Way of India...
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Chowpatty Beach, Mumbai, Maharashtra
3 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Located at the northern end of Marine Drive. Chowpatty is Mumbai’s most famous and popular beach spot. Much of a hubbub, it’s not the cleanest...
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Prince of Wales Museum, Mumbai, Maharashtra
3 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, formerly Prince of Wales Museum is one of the main attractions of Mumbai. It is located in the...
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Victoria Terminus (CST Terminus), Maharashtra
3 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
If you’re in Mumbai, colonial heritage is something you really wouldn’t want to miss. Any architectural voyage across the city isn’t...
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Asiatic Society of Mumbai (Town Hall), Maharashtra
3.5 km from Marine Drive (Mumbai) - See map
Asiatic Society of Mumbai is a typical academic society of Asian Studies. Sir James Mackintosh was the founder of this society. The library of the...
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