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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
TimingsAlways open; evenings busiest
Entry feeFree
Best time to visitNovember to February
From city centreNorthern end of Marine Drive
LocationMumbai, Maharashtra
Know before you go
About Girgaum Chowpatty
Girgaum Chowpatty sits at the northern end of Marine Drive and is one of Mumbai's liveliest beach spots — full of street food stalls, families in the evenings, and the site of some of the city's biggest Ganesh Chaturthi immersion crowds.
Getting there
How to Reach Girgaum Chowpatty
A short walk from the northern end of Marine Drive, or reachable by auto/cab from Girgaon.
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Nearby Attractions to Combine with Your Visit
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≈ Straight-line distance from Girgaum Chowpatty. The road route is usually longer.
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