Horniman Circle Garden, Mumbai

Name: Horniman Circle Garden
Address: Hormiman Circle, Mumbai, India

#99 among attractions in Mumbai

Park, Relax in park, Garden

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The Horniman Circle Gardens is a large park in South Mumbai, India, which encompasses an area of 2½ acres. It is situated in the Fort district of Mumbai, and is surrounded by office complexes housing the country's premier banks. Designed to be a large open space with grand buildings in the middle of the walled city, the area had been known as Mumbai Green in the 18th century, while the Elphinstone. Following India's independence in 1947, the area was renamed in honour of Benjamin Horniman, editor of The Mumbai Chronicle newspaper, who supported Indian independence. ()

Elevation: 46 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 18°55'55"N, 72°50'6"E

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Hormiman CircleColaba (Gateway of India)Mumbai India

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Horniman Circle Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fashion Street, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Flora Fountain, Rajabai Clock Tower.

0.5 miNW
Street, Shopping, Shopping district
Fashion Street, Mumbai
14 min walk • Nestled in the bustling metropolis of Mumbai, India, Fashion Street stands as a vibrant shopping district renowned for its eclectic mix of clothing and accessories. This energetic strip is a haven for fashion enthusiasts and bargain hunters alike, offering an array of...
0.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Mumbai
10 min walk • The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, formerly known as the Prince of Wales Museum of Western India, is an emblem of heritage and culture in the bustling city of Mumbai, India. This museum, renowned for its rich collection of ancient artifacts...
~1190 ftW
Fountain, Historical place
Flora Fountain, Mumbai
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mumbai, Flora Fountain stands as an elegant testament to the city's colonial past and vibrant history. This majestic fountain, located at the busy junction of five streets in South Mumbai's Fort business district, is a fusion of water...
~1840 ftSW
, Tower
Rajabai Clock Tower, Mumbai
9 min walk • The Rajabai Clock Tower, a distinguished landmark in the bustling city of Mumbai, India, stands as a fusion of Venetian and Gothic architectural styles. Nestled within the campus of the University of Mumbai, this historical tower reaches a height of 85 meters and has...
~840 ftNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
RBI Monetary Museum, Mumbai
5 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Mumbai, the RBI Monetary Museum offers a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of Indian financial history. This museum, curated by the Reserve Bank of India, serves as a repository of the country's monetary heritage, showcasing a vast...
~1120 ftSW
Street, Shopping, Market
Dalal Street, Mumbai
6 min walk • Dalal Street, a bustling thoroughfare in the heart of Mumbai, India, is synonymous with the country's financial pulse. It houses the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Asia's oldest stock exchange, and is often referred to as India's Wall Street.
0.5 miN
Cinema, Nightlife
Capitol Cinema, Mumbai
13 min walk • Capitol Cinema is one of the Mumbai's oldest theatres. Located just opposite Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, it was built by Kunvarji Paghtivala. It is a Heritage grade II Victorian structure constructed in 1879.
0.5 miW
, Cinema, Nightlife
Eros Cinema, Mumbai
12 min walk • The Eros Cinema is an Art Deco style, now defunct, cinema theatre located in Cambata Building at Churchgate, Mumbai, India. It has a seating capacity of 1,204 people per show. Architects Shorabji Bhedwar designed the Streamline Moderne building, it marked the beginning of Back Bay reclamation in early 1938.
0.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Jehangir Art Gallery, Mumbai
10 min walk • Jehangir Art Gallery is an art gallery in Mumbai. It was founded by Sir Cowasji Jehangir at the urging of K. K. Hebbar and Homi Bhabha. It was built in 1952. Managed by the Committee of Management, the entire cost of this mansion was donated by Cowasji Jehangir.
~450 ftW
Grand, historical Anglican cathedral
St. Thomas Cathedral, Mumbai
3 min walk • St. Thomas Cathedral, Mumbai, is the cathedral church of the Diocese of Mumbai of the Church of North India. Named in honour of Saint Thomas the Apostle, the cathedral is located in the historic centre of Mumbai, Horniman Circle, and is close to Flora Fountain and Bombay House.
~960 ftN
Memorial
Bomanjee Hormarjee Wadia Clock Tower, Mumbai
5 min walk • Bomanjee Hormarjee Wadia Clock Tower is a heritage structure in Fort, Mumbai, India, that was erected in 1882 using public funds as a token of appreciation for Bomanjee Hormarjee Wadi, a Parsi philanthropist who had contributed to the cause of education in the city.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Horniman Circle Garden?

Nearby attractions include The Asiatic Society of Mumbai, Mumbai (2 min walk), St. Thomas Cathedral, Mumbai (3 min walk), RBI Monetary Museum, Mumbai (5 min walk), Mulji Jetha Fountain, Mumbai (5 min walk).

How to get to Horniman Circle Garden by public transport?

The nearest stations to Horniman Circle Garden:

Bus

Churchgate (11 min walk)
Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Chowk (12 min walk)

Train

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus - CSMT (14 min walk)
Churchgate (15 min walk)