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Marine Drive Beach

Marine Drive Beach
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Beach
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : Open 24 Hours
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • My Holiday HappinessDistance from near by city 25 KMs From Mumbai
  • My Holiday HappinessTrip duration (including travel in hours)3 - 4 Hours
  • My Holiday HappinessTransportation Options21 Seater Coach, Sedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • My Holiday HappinessTravel Tips None

Marine Drive, Mumbai's most famous feature, shows how glitzy and glamorous the city is. In the shape of a circle, it runs along the coast of South Mumbai for 3.6 km, from Nariman Point's southern end to Girgaum Chowpatty, which is also known as Chowpatty Beach. The seashore goes all the way to the Arabian Sea and is the best place in Mumbai to watch the sunset or walk along the water at any time of the day or night. This is one of the most popular places to visit in Mumbai, offering a perfect blend of natural beauty and urban charm.

After dark, you can go to either end to see the lights shining along the beach in a perfect circle. The sunset draws people out to walk in the evening. Marine Drive is a beautiful place in Mumbai because of the waves, the sky full of stars, and the view of the city.

Things to Do at Marine Drive

•    Evening Walks: The best walkway for an evening walk is the one facing Marine Drive. Cool breezes and the sound of waves make it a highlight in many Mumbai tour packages.

•    Running and Working Out: Most people in Marine Drive Mumbai start their day by planning to run or work out.

•    Take Pictures: Pictures of the Arabian Sea, Art Deco buildings, and city life show how beautiful life is. Morning and sunset are the best times to take pictures because the light is just right.

•    Street Food: You can't leave Mumbai without trying the street food. People love the chaat, pav bhaji, and ice cream there. Many Mumbai tour packages also recommend exploring these local Flavors.

•    Take It Easy: Marine Drive is a great spot to unwind. One way to do this is to read a good book, listen to good music, or look at the sea.

Night View of Marine Drive

The ocean of Arabia looks stunning against Mumbai's mostly golden sky. The pier lights up warmly as the sun goes down in the salty water. Tourists and people from Mumbai often come to see this show at dusk. If you like watching the sun, go down, go to Marine Drive to escape the noise and chaos of the city.

During the day, it is full of life and fun. But as the sun goes down and the city lights start to shine, Marine Drive slowly changes into a calm and peaceful place that looks like a necklace.

Best Time to Visit Marine Drive

The best time to visit Marine Drive Mumbai is from October to March when it's cooler. From April to June, its summer, which means it's hot and humid, but the sea breeze makes it bearable.Heavy rain falls during the monsoon season, from July to September. This makes it hard to walk along the beach. On the other hand, it is wonderful to watch the waves crash against the rocks during the monsoon. 

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