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Attractions · Maharashtra, Maharashtra

Gateway of India

  • CategoryLandmark
  • Duration1-2 hours
  • AdmissionAdult Free · Child Free

Mumbai's most iconic landmark, this 26-meter basalt arch monument was built in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary in 1911. It stands majestically on the waterfront of Mumbai Harbor with a stunning view of the Arabian Sea.

Practical information for Gateway of India
Admission Free
Hours Open 24 hours
Typical visit 1-2 hours
Best time early morning or sunset
Address Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001

Good to know

Best for
families, photographers, first-time visitors

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Location

Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001

18.9220, 72.8347 View on map

Tips for visiting

  • Early morning visits offer the best photos with fewer crowds
  • Ferries to Elephanta Caves depart from the nearby jetty
  • The Taj Mahal Palace Hotel across the road is worth photographing