Mazagaon, Mumbai

#123 among attractions in Mumbai

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Mazagaon, also spelled Mazgaon and Mazagon, and pronounced by the Catholics as 'Mazgon' or 'Maz-a-gon' and the Marathi-speakers as Mazgav, is one of the seven islands of Mumbai. It is part of South Mumbai and can be reached by Byculla Station on the Central railway line and Dockyard Road Station on the Harbour Railway line. Located in Mazagaon are maritime companies like the Bombay Port Trust and Mazagaon Dock Ltd. the Mazagaon Court and Anglo-Indian schools including Rosary High School, St. Peters School, Antonio D'Souza High School, Diamond Jubilee High School and St. Mary's School. ()

Local name: मज़गाँव Coordinates: 18°58'12"N, 72°50'60"E

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Byculla - MazagaonMumbai India

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Mazagaon – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Jijamata Udyaan, Bhendi Bazaar, Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum, Raudat Tahera.

1 miNW
Zoo with a botanical garden and playground
Jijamata Udyaan, Mumbai
27 min walk • Jijamata Udyaan, formerly known as Victoria Gardens, is a verdant oasis in the heart of bustling Mumbai, India. This historical zoo, spread over a sprawling 50 acres, offers a serene retreat from the city's frenetic pace.
1.4 miSW
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Bhendi Bazaar, Mumbai
37 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mumbai, Bhendi Bazaar is a bustling market that captures the essence of the city's vibrant and diverse culture. Known for its historic lanes and a wide array of goods, this marketplace is a hub for locals and tourists seeking a traditional...
1.2 miNW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum, Mumbai
31 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Mumbai, the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and history. Formerly known as the Victoria and Albert Museum, Bombay, it is the oldest museum in Mumbai, originally established in 1855 and reopened...
1.5 miSW
Memorial, Mosque, Temple
Raudat Tahera, Mumbai
38 min walk • Raudat Tahera, nestled in the bustling heart of Mumbai, India, is a monument of profound spiritual significance and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture. This white marble mausoleum serves as the final resting place for two revered figures in the Dawoodi Bohra...
1.1 miW
Church
Gloria Church, Mumbai
28 min walk • Gloria Church or Our Lady of Glory Church is built in 1911-13 on one of the oldest Roman Catholic church sites in Mumbai; its predecessor was built by the Portuguese Franciscans in 1632. The church is situated in Byculla, Mumbai.
0.9 miS
Neighbourhood
Ferry Wharf, Mumbai
24 min walk • Bhaucha Dhakka is a wharf along the Thane Creek, along the coast of Dockyard Road on the Eastern seafront of Mumbai, the capital of the Indian state of Maharashtra. The wharf serves as the port for numerous fishermen who bring in their daily catch. Ferry services link up JNPT, Uran to the east, and Rewas and Mandwa to the south.
0.6 miSW
Park, Garden
Joseph Baptista Gardens, Mumbai
15 min walk • The Joseph Baptista Gardens, locally known as the Mazagaon Gardens, is a 1.5-acre park in Mazagaon, South Mumbai, India. It lies atop Bhandarwada hill, behind the Dockyard Road railway station, at an altitude of 32 metres and offers a panoramic view of the Mumbai harbour and the southern business district of the city.
1.5 miSW
Synagogue
Gate of Mercy Synagogue, Mumbai
39 min walk • The Gate of Mercy Synagogue, Hebrew: שער הרחמים also known as Shaar Harahamim and Juni Masjid is the oldest synagogue in Mumbai, India.
1.2 miW
Synagogue, Sacred and religious sites
Magen David Synagogue, Mumbai
31 min walk • Magen David Synagogue is an Orthodox Sephardi synagogue located in Byculla, India.
1.2 miW
Universities and schools
Christ Church School, Mumbai
31 min walk • Christ Church School is a private coeducational prep school located in Mumbai, India. It is a Christian school, founded in 1815, under the auspices of the Bombay Education Society. It has close to 3800 students, all of whom are night scholars. The school is twinned with Barnes School, in Deolali, Nashik.
1.2 miNW
Neighbourhood
Byculla, Mumbai
31 min walk • Byculla is an area of South Mumbai.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mazagaon?

Nearby attractions include Chinatown, Mumbai (10 min walk), Mazagaon Fort, Mumbai (13 min walk), Joseph Baptista Gardens, Mumbai (15 min walk), Mumbai Harbour, Mumbai (18 min walk).

How to get to Mazagaon by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mazagaon:

Train

Dockyard Road (11 min walk)
Reay Road (17 min walk)

Bus

Bhaucha Dhakka / Ferry Wharf (23 min walk)