The house where Mahatma Gandhi stayed during his visits to Mumbai between 1917 and 1934, now preserved as a museum with photographs, letters, and his room.
Mani Bhavan is a modest two-storey house in the Gamdevi neighborhood that served as Mahatma Gandhi's base in Mumbai from 1917 to 1934. It was here that Gandhi launched several of his major civil disobedience campaigns, including the Non-Cooperation Movement and the call for Swadeshi. The building was converted into a museum and research library in 1955, preserving Gandhi's room with his personal spinning wheel (charkha), books, and correspondence. The museum features dioramas depicting key moments of Gandhi's life, a photo gallery, and a library holding thousands of books and periodicals related to Gandhi and the Indian independence movement.
| Admission | Adult Free (donations welcome) · Child Free |
|---|---|
| Hours | 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM daily |
| Typical visit | 45-60 minutes |
| Best time | Weekday mornings for a quiet visit |
| Getting there | Nearest railway station is Grant Road or Charni Road (approx 1.5 km); taxis and auto-rickshaws available |
| Address | 19, Laburnum Rd, Gamdevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400007, India |
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Location
19, Laburnum Rd, Gamdevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400007, India
18.9634, 72.8091 View on map
Highlights
- Preserved room where Gandhi stayed and worked
- Original spinning wheel and personal artifacts
- Dioramas depicting Gandhi's life and independence movement
- Extensive library and research archive
- Located in a quiet residential heritage precinct
Tips for visiting
- Visit is free, though donations toward the museum's upkeep are appreciated
- Allow time to read the detailed placards accompanying the dioramas
- The library is a useful resource for those researching Gandhi's life
- Photography inside may be restricted in certain rooms
When to visit
Weekday mornings, when the small rooms are uncrowded; the house is compact and a visit fits easily alongside Girgaon Chowpatty or the Hanging Gardens.
Accessibility
Historic house with staircases and no elevator; not wheelchair accessible to upper floors
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Frequently asked questions
Did Gandhi actually live at Mani Bhavan?
Yes, it was his residence during visits to Mumbai between 1917 and 1934 and the base for several key independence campaigns.
Is there an entry fee for Mani Bhavan?
No, entry is free, though the museum accepts donations.