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Horniman Circle Garden

Tourist attraction Park

Circular 19th-century park with a central fountain, surrounded by old-Mumbai heritage buildings. People often mention garden, Horniman, area, Mumbai, good, Circle, park, Bombay, library, India,


Address

11, Homji St, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India

Rating on Google Maps

4.40 (12.3K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10 am to 7:30 pm
  • Thursday: 10 am to 7:30 pm
  • Friday: 10 am to 7:30 pm
  • Saturday: 10 am to 7:30 pm
  • Sunday: 10 am to 7:30 pm
  • Monday: 10 am to 7:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 10 am to 7:30 pm

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Frequently mentioned in reviews: garden (53) Horniman (37) area (36) Mumbai (30) good (29) Circle (25) park (21) Bombay (21) library (19) India (19)
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  • 5/5 KAMLESH N. 3 years ago on Google
    Horniman Circle Gardens is one among the largest parks in southern Mumbai.It is surrounded by various office buildings and premier banks. The gardens covers a huge space with grand buildings. The garden represent lush greenery amidst grand buildings. It's a really wonderful place to bring your family and friends and just relaxed.
    14 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Nitesh Vic Patel - R. 2 years ago on Google
    Nice chill park in the center of a roundabout. Once inside there are different areas of the park. There's even a playground for kids. Fountain was drained. But good to see there's a park to take a break, along with all the different species of birds around. FYI Only one entrance and exit.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Yasar B. 2 years ago on Google
    Everyone reading this already knows the beauty of fort's architecture. The vibe hits different when you've lived in this city your entire life. No matter how many times you come here. It is as beautiful as ever. The Horniman Circle is another such example in Bombay. Accompanied by the Church and the Asiatic Library where you can park your bikes and sit for a while just to achieve a sense of calm, is what makes Bombay, Bombay.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kiran S. 2 years ago on Google
    It's the historical place. If you wanna to go there so evening and night time is better. For photo shooting it's wonderful place. This place is connected to highway but it's have peace of mind. In the most of movies the asiatic library scene is there.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 FAISAL K. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a beautiful view from horniman circle garden. Peaceful place for office person's who are working near colaba, central library, kalaghoda, fountain. You can eat lunch, breakfast in garden ( by carrying your lunch box*) thank you I hope you will find this peaceful place and enjoy your day in peace 😊
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Wenit M. 1 year ago on Google
    Here in Horniman's every Sunday in the morning from 8:00 am to 10 am they showcase the old cars where we get the authority to touch the car and also click beautiful vintage images. Very unique place to see and feel the old cars. Most recommended place for those who love cars!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jagruti P. 11 months ago on Google
    This garden is in fort, Mumbai.. one can reach here by train from CSMT station.. one can reach here from CSMT railway station by walking walking or one can take taxi or online cab.. distance is very less from station to this garden.. the garden is in circle shape.. and this garden is exactly opposite to Asiatic library fort Mumbai.. this garden is open for all and free of cost.. washrooms are clean and available for both ladies and gents.. horniman circle garden is ideal for spending time with friends and family.. currently construction going on
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Yojna P. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful garden. This is the picture of entrance. Very quite in afternoon.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Yash R. 3 years ago on Google
    So many Bollywood movies have been shot here, great place. Recently I think Kabir Singh's last scene has also been shot here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pankaj D. 3 years ago on Google
    The Horniman Circle Gardens is a large park in South Mumbai, India, which encompasses an area of 12,081 square yards (10,101 m2). It is situated in the Fort district of Mumbai, and is surrounded by office complexes housing the country's premier banks. Designed to be a large open space with grand buildings in the middle of the walled city, the area had been known as Bombay Green in the 18th century, while the area around it was called Elphinstone Circle. Following India's independence in 1947, the area was renamed in honour of Benjamin Horniman, editor of The Bombay Chronicle newspaper, who supported Indian independence. The building was begun in 1821 and not completed for twelve years. In 1842, the area had been just a dump of coconut shells and debris. The Police Commissioner, Charles Forjett, thought of converting the Green into a circle surrounded by buildings. He was supported by governors Lord Elphinstone and Sir Bartle Frère. The garden was planned in 1869 and completed in 1872 with well laid out walkways and trees planted all around. The whole complex was then renamed Elphinstone Circle after the Governor, Lord John Elphinstone. An ornamental fountain was placed in the centre, but it was replaced by a modern art deco iron pipes design. The park was a favourite social venue of the Parsi community. In the pre-independence era, a band used to perform there every evening. The Asiatic Society of Bombay overlooks the Horniman Circle Gardens and the Reserve Bank of India. Close by (on Veer Nariman Road) is St. Thomas Cathedral, the first Anglican church in Mumbai, completed in 1718. Horniman Circle hosts the annual Sufi and mystic music festival, Ruhaniyat. It is also one of the venues of the Kala Ghoda Arts Festival when several music and dance concerts are held at the park.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Binson M. 2 years ago on Google
    Well it is great place for it's unique vintage look. In the morning sun hits in the building pillars which gives adorable views for photographers. Eventually in the morning mostly you can see photographers are surrounded throughout the area it makes little mess to take good photos still it has view which is unpredictable. And the next side there has library which has stunning look with white background even. So you can vist the place for free of cost. But still it has drawbacks like most probably the walk way are not clean and tidy but still BMC are making there development over these places
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kunal K. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the iconic spots of Mumbai for its great historical structures. We enjoyed the view of the central library and captured memories.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rakesh D. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the ancient place of Mumbai. around the garden there is so many historical places and the architecture of the historic buildings in this area is awesome.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Oswald Rajan M. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Victorian architecture. Loved the visit, especially on a Sunday. A well designed office area. Adjacent to the beautiful Asiatic society library.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sanjay S. 3 years ago on Google
    Green patch amidst concrete jungle. Hope this garden is preserved and improved.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 DrFatema P. 3 years ago on Google
    Mumbai South lacks free open spaces for children. This garden gives you the opportunity to fulfill that a bit. Small garden. Few swings and Monkey bars for kids . Zero cleanliness. The center fountain is broken and has gutter water so keep away for the scare of mosquitoes. 30 minutes play for kids is good. Morning time is best to visit. Avoid evenings.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 S. K. E. 3 years ago on Google
    This a a nice, quiet garden surrounded by beautiful Victorian era buildings. It's a really nice place to sit down and relax(if you can find the place to). Well maintained and surprisingly quiet.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sushant G. 3 years ago on Google
    The Horniman Circle Gardens is a large park in South Mumbai, India,It is situated in the Fort district of Mumbai, and is surrounded by office complexes housing the country's premier banks. Designed to be a large open space with grand buildings in the middle of the walled city, the area had been known as Bombay Green in the 18th century, while the area around it was called Elphinstone Circle. Following India's independence in 1947, the area was renamed in honour of Benjamin Horniman, editor of The Bombay Chronicle newspaper, who supported Indian independence. Very well maintained and especially clean and empty on weekends. Very picturesque location. Parking available if you want to go inside the park. The street is good for cycling as well as for photoshoots. You may take a walk outside the park as well. It is located right in front of the Asiatic society of Mumbai and is lush green. A place not to be missed when visiting this area of Mumbai. This place has very eye-catching historic British architecture style Buildings.Its located in the vicinity of the Asiatic library, BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) and RBI (Reserve Bank of India).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Disha G. 3 years ago on Google
    Spent half the night there. Had warm tea & boost in the chilly winter night. Extremely good experience. Recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 srs 2. 2 years ago on Google
    Peaceful place for night walks, park your bikes and enjoy the precious time over here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sneha C. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a lovely place surrounded by huge trees and beautiful architecture. It's a treasure. Amazing park.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sahil S. 1 year ago on Google
    Old mumbai vibes.... Beautiful place with ancient architecture by Britishers. People come here to chill and i saw many wedding couple doing there pre weeding shoots here. Should be visited, it's near marine and gateway of india. So u can visit all in an go
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Zed K. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful garden made by British just opposite to Central library . This place must have witness so many seasons very close from Gate way of India .one can visit this garden and then walk to gate way of India . If any one is interested in seeing fountain again British piece of art can walk straight to Horniman and then to gate way of India. Hope they retain the structure & it's beauty.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Niraj S. 5 months ago on Google
    Horniman circle you must have seen this place is mostly at movies and advertising. Opposite of this garden there is a big Asiatic library which in movies they show us as a court.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Umesh K. 7 months ago on Google
    Very unique place to see and feel the beautiful vintage buildings. It's near marine drive and Gateway of India. If you wanna to go there so morning evening and night time is better. Many of the famous food shops are around the area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Vishwesh R. 11 months ago on Google
    Horniman circle garden is getting beautified and work is in-progress. The two words of “Horniman Circle” have a lot of significance. Firstly the word “Circle” relates to one of the oldest landmarks earlier known as Elphinstone Circle, it’s foundation was laid in 1821. The word “Horniman” relates to the person who was an Irish-born British journalist who supported India in the independence movement playing a significant role in it. His name was Benjamin Horniman. Benjamin Horniman was an Irish-born British journalist born in 1873. Benjamin Horniman died in 1948. With respect to his dedicated effort towards India’s independence, the Elphinstone Circle was named as Horniman Circle.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 R V. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place for all particularly all banks are in the same area also for shopping

  • 3/5 Venky M. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a great place for an evening walk. With a cold breeze around the garden has developed a lot. Lots of things to see around. Kids play area, workout area for athletes. Though a part is still under development and also there are some areas in the garden where cleanliness is not maintained. Still it a peacefull place.

  • 5/5 Uves I. 3 years ago on Google
    When hygienic and safety is 1st priority and the craving for restaurant doesn’t stop You don’t need to worry ! The top priority for all people for ordering the food is weather the place is safe And yes it is The restaurant has taken utmost measure to ensure the safety of consumer and staff The Food was Picked up by me and they assure that they check my temperature and also my oxygen level via oximeter they also had a note of body temperature on the delivery bag of the staff and the chef I was really impressed with the packaging and the quality of the Spoon and fork too Food ordered was Avacado and Horse gram Hummus This is the 1st time I have tried a Avacado Hummus , with Horse Gram beans really liked the taste , and the presentation too Colonial Seekh kabab with ranchario Dip Really liked the flavour and the taste of the seekh the kabab was soft and really juice the size was also decent really liked it Classic Smoked Beef burger Really was craving for a beef burger since long and this restaurant fulfilled it The meat was juice and delicious Loved the spinach greens served with it along with potato wedges Highly recommended dish Over all really wanted to have a good meal in this lockdown and was really satisfied with Colonial Palate Food

  • 5/5 randhawa y. 3 years ago on Google
    It is good place for sitting and roaming . specially after lunch we can walk and sit here because this place is next to my office so I love it

  • 4/5 Ramesh J. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good roundabout garden, but I was stuck over there for more than an hour yesterday due to heavy rains and traffic was jammed all sides

  • 4/5 Basil T. 4 years ago on Google
    Its a good place to sit down and relax either on benches or on swings. The place gets busy though by the noon time. You can find a place on the grass under the shade of the trees and lay down and relax. Read a book, work on a laptop, whatever, no one bothers you.

  • 5/5 Mulchand D. 3 years ago on Google
    Calm, green and we'll thought garden. Not only the place is clean but maintained very well as well.

  • 5/5 Nivant S. 4 years ago on Google
    It is a nice park in Mumbai. Clean and good. Kids can play here and also I saw Adults having fun. Lots of street food around so many things to do for enjoyment and amusement. I saw many kids playing football or soccer in the park which was a good view. It is very difficult to find good parks in Mumbai

  • 4/5 Nelson de S. 4 years ago on Google
    Peaceful, clean and green-spot in the midst of town, reminder of a better bygone era. Good for a casual post-dinner stroll. The garbage dump-trucks parked outside are the only eyesore.

  • 5/5 Growing I. 3 years ago on Google
    It's near share market. and fort

  • 5/5 Dinesh W. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Mandar .. 3 years ago on Google
    Its one place in Fort area where you can avoid all the hustle bustle of that area. You can soak some sun here surrounded by greens and if its very hot best to go to the near by st.thomas church (west exit) or at the Asiatic Library (east exit). The circular garden also hosts events during the kala ghoda street art festival (feb). Sadly, the garden is shut during weekends.

  • 5/5 Danish M. 3 years ago on Google
    Peaceful place with best nostalgic views

  • 5/5 ANUBHAW R. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place to visit.

  • 5/5 Anand S. 3 years ago on Google
    One of the famous place of Victoria Terminus I will say.

  • 5/5 Adarsh C. 3 years ago on Google
    One the most famous garden..

  • 5/5 Sachin K. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome

  • 5/5 Immortal D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 4/5 Krishna R. 3 years ago on Google
    Historical place in mumbai

  • 5/5 Jd S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Nandkumar R. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place

  • 4/5 Mufaddal S. 3 years ago on Google
    Clean garden...not much crowd.Also opposite Asiatic library

  • 4/5 Shailesh P. 3 years ago on Google
    No parking place ever available here

  • 5/5 Realshantanu r. 3 years ago on Google
    Best place ❤?

  • 5/5 Gulam Sarvar S. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice ? garden

  • 5/5 rama krishna rao k. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good, neat and clean. People can enjoy good morning walk.

  • 5/5 Vinod M. 3 years ago on Google
    Old charm . Because of lock down area with no traffic and not too many people around looks majestic.

  • 3/5 umang k. 3 years ago on Google
    Photogenic spot

  • 4/5 Pavan G. 3 years ago on Google
    Recreation at the financial capital of Mumbai

  • 5/5 Omkar A. 3 years ago on Google
    British era feel to this place gets you nostalgic

  • 5/5 SHEKHAR N. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place for chill

  • 4/5 Javed A. 3 years ago on Google
    This Garden Is To Good.

  • 3/5 Ankit J. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 zarin k. 3 years ago on Google
    Full of greenery free frm hustle n the green lung in that area.

  • 5/5 Stuart D. 3 years ago on Google
    Starbucks coffee being open on Wednesday at 745 was the bomb

  • 5/5 Aakash B. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is so beautiful and amazing one will feel so so rejuvenated after visiting this place. this place is so clean and Asiatic library about your so amazing to spend time especially after 7 p.m/8pm. It is so peaceful out here, the garden Amidst this place is beautiful.

  • 2/5 Pradeep R. 3 years ago on Google
    It was empty and unkempt except the washroom.

  • 4/5 Shailesh T. 3 years ago on Google
    All nationalised banks at one point

  • 5/5 vinay k. 3 years ago on Google
    Historical place

  • 5/5 Vinod k P. 3 years ago on Google
    I love in my villege

  • 4/5 Shubham T. 3 years ago on Google
    Very gorgeous place

  • 4/5 Rhian J. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice.

  • 5/5 Sanket S. 3 years ago on Google
    If you're a photographer and looking for some good vintage output. Here the place must visit early morning between 7 to 9am for outstanding pictures. Based in colaba mumbai. Can say hub of beginner and professional photographers and models. Wedding shoot looks amazing and traditional shoot too.

  • 3/5 Udayraj P. 3 years ago on Google
    The gates are mostly closed and completely surrounded by car parking. This public place has great potential for a peaceful rest to office goers.

  • 4/5 dhruv S. 3 years ago on Google
    A good place to hangout and there is a garden in between to have a break from scorching heat. Must visit. To get your photos clicked contact me. [email protected]/ Insta- dhruv_shah19

  • 4/5 Afroz M. 3 years ago on Google
    There is a central library which has an awsm view in addition to that this garden is surrounded by old British makers bank buildings which gives it a foreign look..

  • 3/5 BYK THE K. 3 years ago on Google
    The place is good but the children play area is not atall maintained. The swings and slides are broken.... Thats upsetting.

  • 4/5 Mohit S. 3 years ago on Google
    Sunday drive. Pretty deserted and a good break

  • 5/5 Omkar K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good greenery... Much better experience... Cant believe in Mumbai such a crowded place such a best garden... Wonderful... BMC maintained it well...

  • 5/5 ankit k. 3 years ago on Google
    A good place to spend your office lunch time.

  • 5/5 Mohit P. 3 years ago on Google
    Good to place to take your kids or Your loved one's to spend some time together

  • 4/5 03 p. 3 years ago on Google
    Simple garden 😘 There are bench to seat. Very clean garden..wonderfull experience.

  • 5/5 Rahul K. 3 years ago on Google
    Too good to go at night

  • 5/5 Uday K. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place..well maintained by bmc..

  • 5/5 jaffer s. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good

  • 5/5 Sujith K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very silent, calm and superb

  • 5/5 Archana D. 3 years ago on Google
    Very classy

  • 5/5 umesh g. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice for every age group

  • 5/5 Ansari A. 3 years ago on Google
    Center of attraction, best place in mumbai city. You will find many places close to this and everything is walkable. And every place is photographic seriously.

  • 5/5 Vikas P. 3 years ago on Google
    I am visiting always nice garden

  • 5/5 Sanjeev D. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely

  • 3/5 abhijeetshenavi S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Kamlesh G. 3 years ago on Google
    Good Park

  • 5/5 NARESH P. 3 years ago on Google
    Naresh farm house morvada

  • 4/5 Bhasker R. 3 years ago on Google
    This place is awesome and I came here with my cousins and we really enjoyed a lot there are many memories attached to this place, I love to visit this place very often this is probably the most beautiful parks in south mumbai.

  • 5/5 venkatesh s. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 3/5 Sandy S. 3 years ago on Google
    centrally located in commercially important area. used to answer nature's call at my age of 85 YRS.

  • 3/5 Raj K. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 Vikrant S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) On (Original) Na

  • 5/5 Premshankar g. 3 years ago on Google
    Calmful place for rest and meditation

  • 5/5 nasim k. 3 years ago on Google
    How r u

  • 2/5 Balkrishna T. 3 years ago on Google
    Horniman Circle , not crowdy place , Not a Garden visit Bank of Baroda .

  • 5/5 Sanjay kumar Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Good

  • 5/5 Amit S. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a nice park to take a stroll if you are around. Has got open gym as well for fitness enthusiasts.

  • 4/5 bhakti d. 3 years ago on Google
    It's nice garden

  • 5/5 Bhavesh S. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a heritage and oldest place Opp shareBazar

  • 5/5 Labela K. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Salma H. 3 years ago on Google
    Central library main attractions

  • 4/5 Vishal W. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice garden

  • 5/5 Hajiabdulrhaman A. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) My dear (Original) عزیزي

  • 5/5 Vijendra B. 3 years ago on Google
    Grt

  • 5/5 birsidha p. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice ples

  • 4/5 Dattatrya W. 3 years ago on Google
    The place will give you lots of happiness and love with service.

  • 5/5 Hibiscus G. 3 years ago on Google
    It is the most iconic landmark in South Mumbai.

  • 5/5 ashish d. 3 years ago on Google
    The famous Mumbai tourist spot

  • 5/5 Satyajit M. 3 years ago on Google
    हार्निमन सर्कल,फोर्ट मुंबई कृपया इतरस्त्र कचरा टाकू नका आपला कचरा कचरा कुंडीत टका The Horniman Circle Gardens is a large park in South Mumbai, India,It is situated in the Fort district of Mumbai, and is surrounded by office complexes housing the country's premier banks. Designed to be a large open space with grand buildings in the middle of the walled city, the area had been known as Bombay Green in the 18th century, while the area around it was called Elphinstone Circle. Following India's independence in 1947, the area was renamed in honour of Benjamin Horniman, editor of The Bombay Chronicle newspaper, who supported Indian independence.

  • 4/5 Abhijeet N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place. Huge garden circle. Well maintainee

  • 5/5 Soumya K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very well maintained and especially clean and empty on weekends

  • 5/5 ELF 3 years ago on Google
    A place with heritage buildings all around in a form of a circle, the town hall or central library is across the road looks magnificent in white color, the garden is well maintained with lots of greenery, a good place to shop around, it's my favorite place to park my car, when in fort area.

  • 5/5 darshak p. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice green flora and fauna. Peaceful ambience. Should visit

  • 5/5 arvind r. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Anand D G. 3 years ago on Google
    Great

  • 5/5 Somnath D. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect place for relax on green grass.

  • 5/5 Atharva P. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to sit and chill for a bit

  • 5/5 Devendra S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) British era (Original) British era

  • 4/5 NITIN S. 3 years ago on Google
    Need peace go here

  • 4/5 F.A C. 3 years ago on Google
    Silence Place

  • 3/5 Thomas M. 3 years ago on Google
    Neat and we'll maintained...

  • 1/5 Gagan D. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good

  • 5/5 Parag M. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely place

  • 3/5 محمد �. 3 years ago on Google
    👍

  • 1/5 Dinesh A. 3 years ago on Google
    Bandhadi

  • 5/5 Sufiyan M. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome clothes.the best quality of land and all branded clothes and parfum.

  • 4/5 nileshjavia p. 3 years ago on Google
    Superb garden to relax

  • 5/5 Mansoor Ali S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) MANSOORALISHAIKH (Original) MANSOORALISHAIKH

  • 5/5 anirudh j. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very beautiful place in Mumbai city. It is a well-maintained garden. Definitely visit. (Original) मुंबई शहरातलं खूपच सुंदर ठिकाण. उत्तम निगा राखलेलं उद्यान आहे. जरूर भेट द्या.

  • 5/5 Sai B. 3 years ago on Google
    I loved it

  • 4/5 Amit N. 3 years ago on Google
    If you are hustling in afternoon and finding to seat peaceful must visit here.

  • 5/5 Om P. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place

  • 5/5 Suraj M. 3 years ago on Google
    No parking

  • 2/5 Sudhir S. 3 years ago on Google
    This is Aria no pablic toilet

  • 5/5 Shrinivas M. 3 years ago on Google
    Superb

  • 5/5 prakash j. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place and good environment

  • 4/5 Hrushikesh G. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Rohit M. 3 years ago on Google
    Architecture

  • 4/5 Chetan B. 3 years ago on Google
    This circle is just opposite of most famous national library

  • 4/5 Raj Naam Toh Suna Hi H. 3 years ago on Google
    Good ☺️

  • 5/5 Prateexit 3 years ago on Google
    A green haven amidst the urban jungle. Always nice to have a walk :)

  • 5/5 Rinkesh P. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice official vicinity.. also search for red building (mumbai samachar) for clicking pictures.

  • 5/5 siddhartha c. 3 years ago on Google
    Medieval

  • 4/5 Sandipani P. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place. Photography is not allowed, so don't carry a DSLR

  • 4/5 YASH SIDDHI ENTERPRISE �. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place

  • 5/5 Satish S. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place in colaba in south Mumbai Must to visit one time

  • 5/5 Dipak C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 Prasad G. 3 years ago on Google
    So inspiring to know this place was once upon a time where Asia's First stock market started... Which we know as BSE

  • 4/5 Aurin D. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place.

  • 5/5 k r. 3 years ago on Google
    👍

  • 5/5 Vijendra S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place

  • 4/5 Swapnil D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good memari

  • 5/5 Pinaz M. 2 years ago on Google
    An oasis of serenity amidst the bustling city This place is surrounded by offices and restaurant. Many movie shootings have been done here. You can get everything nearby and still sit at peace , away from city buzz

  • 5/5 SAURABH NARAYAN S. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the must places to visit in Mumbai. Hub of film and commercial shoots. If u have a good luck, u will find some shooting to see.

  • 3/5 Bekxy K. 2 years ago on Google
    Went today to this garden for the very first time. Its decently maintained although clearly the glory days are behind. Currently the timings are 5am to 9am. Its a small 1.5 acre Garden. Issue now due to Monsoons is that the brick pathways have become too slippery. Couple of times I almost slipped. This is a major negative for walkers. Not too many people come perhaps due to the early hours. But because of traffic all around, its not very peaceful to sit as such. Overall I found it ok.

  • 5/5 Ram R. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice place to view on Road side & seen opposite side of Library🏫📚 view.

  • 5/5 Manindra G. 2 years ago on Google
    I really like this historic building, a beautiful architecture.

  • 5/5 Abhijeet M. 2 years ago on Google
    Words are not enough to describe the feel/ Vibe the entire south Bombay (town area) gives. Just like the many British era structures this one is also one of them. The place has been covered in many movies as well.

  • 5/5 Indraneel P. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely place. Favorite spot for ad film's shoots and photography.

  • 4/5 Kantesh J. 2 years ago on Google
    It is a peaceful and pleasant space for meet up , hanging out . All around trees n breeze made us relax

  • 5/5 Ketan M. 2 years ago on Google
    In the middle of a concrete jungle , this is green sone offering serenity and good views. Located in business district with historia places all around, this is a great place to relax and to play if you have kids with you. Greenery is quite soothing and overall it is maitained well.

  • 5/5 Bob J. 2 years ago on Google
    Ver close to my work place , I've been born & brought up in and around this area. Crowded on weekdays, on a weekend you may see some movie shoot or guys playing cricket. It's opposite the iconic central library where most mumbaikars have their pre marital photo shoot

  • 5/5 Sanjay K. 2 years ago on Google
    Very nice place near share market ,world's largest business hub .

  • 3/5 Prasad B. 2 years ago on Google
    It is a small garden. They have water fountain but it is closed. Have benches to rest but mostly occupied. Come if you like greenary/ nature.

  • 5/5 Prakash T. 2 years ago on Google
    It was Mr Charles Forjett, Bombay Police Chief who conceived the idea of Elphinstone Circle garden where the brokers trading in cotton under the Banyan trees assembled and disrupted the traffic. He moved them to Dalal Street and with help of the Municipality, initiated project to convert the open ground in to a beautiful garden. By 1865 the Elphinstone Circle was practically completed in one month and ready for occupation on the eve of the visit of H. R. H. the Duke of Edinburgh in 1872. In the centre of the garden is an ornamental fountain, and to the east of it stood the statues of the Marquis Cornwallis and the Marquis Wellesley. Benjamin Horniman, born in Sussex in 1873 was British journalist and editor. Harriman’s first job in India was that of an editor with The Statesman. He was India’s sympathizer and from the very start his articles were highly critical of the government and its policies towards natives. Sir Pherozeshah Mehta, a prominent nationalist leader started an English newspaper called The Bombay Chronicle and offered post of the editor to Horniman which he gladly accepted. His pen spared none including the viceroys, the British officers as well as the British Prime Ministers. Horniman wrote in detail about Jalianwala Bagh firing incident which roused the public anger. When the paper was bought by the soldiers too, the officials understood the danger and felt that Horniman could make rebels out of the Indian soldiers. Thus, under the Defence of the Realm Act of 1914, Benjamin Horniman was deported back to England. As a response to the deportation, Mahatma Gandhi declared May 11, 1919, as Horniman Day, and called for a hartal (strike). For seven years, Horniman stayed in England and wrote several articles in The Catholic Herald. The Government authorities in India banned the paper so he sent clippings of the articles through personal letters to friends in India. These articles were then reproduced in The Bombay Chronicle. In 1926, Horniman was back in India due to a loophole in his deportation order. In 1941, Horniman left The Bombay Chronicle and founded Blitz with Russi Karanjia. He passed away in 1948, after which, the Horniman Circle in Mumbai was named after him.

  • 5/5 Beena Patil M. 2 years ago on Google
    Very peaceful and full of greenery... At one point of time you tend to forget that you are sitting in middle of a cement city.. You also get to see variety of species of plants, shrubs and trees. Slides and swings are available for kids

  • 5/5 Tanushri B. 2 years ago on Google
    Very clean and dynamic structure. The roads are less busier on sunday

  • 5/5 Munawar K. 1 year ago on Google
    Horniman Circle Gardens is a large park in South Bombay, India, which encompasses an area of 2½ acres (10,100 m²). It is situated in the Fort district of Bombay, and is surrounded by office complexes housing the country's premier banks. Designed to be a large open space with grand buildings in the middle of the walled city, the area had been known as Bombay Green in the 18th century, while the Elphinstone. Following India's independence in 1947, the area was renamed in honour of Benjamin Horniman, editor of The Bombay Chronicle newspaper, who supported Indian independence. The building was begun in 1821 and not completed for twelve years. In 1842, the area had been just a dump of coconut shells and debris. The Police Commissioner, Charles Forjett, thought of converting the Green into a circle surrounded by buildings. He was supported by governors Lord Elphinstone and Sir Bartle Frère. The garden was planned in 1869 and completed in 1872 with well laid out walkways and trees planted all around. An ornamental fountain was placed in the centre, but it was replaced by a modern art deco iron pipes design. Thank you ❤️

  • 5/5 Sahil C. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful pre independence architecture. This place gives the real Bombay vibes. Such pretty british architectural buildings take us back to those times. Places like these are the identity of mumbai

  • 5/5 siddesh n. 2 years ago on Google
    The Horniman Circle Gardens is a large park in South Mumbai, India, which encompasses an area of 2½ acres (10,100 m²). It is situated in the Fort district of Mumbai, and is surrounded by office complexes housing the country's premier banks. Designed to be a large open space with grand buildings in the middle of the walled city, the area had been known as Mumbai Green in the 18th century, while the Elphinstone. Following India's independence in 1947, the area was renamed in honour of Benjamin Horniman The building was begun in 1821 and not completed for twelve years. In 1842, the area had been just a dump of coconut shells and debris. The Police Commissioner, Charles Forjett, thought of converting the Green into a circle surrounded by buildings. He was supported by governors Lord Elphinstone and Sir Bartle Frère. The garden was planned in 1869 and completed in 1872 with well laid out walkways and trees planted all around.[1] An ornamental fountain was placed in the centre, but it was replaced by a modern art deco iron pipes design. The park was a favourite social venue of the Parsi community. In the pre-independence era, a band used to perform there every evening. The Asiatic Society of Mumbai overlooks the Horniman Circle Gardens and the Reserve Bank of India. Close by (on Veer Nariman Road) is St. Thomas Cathedral, the first Anglican church in Mumbai, completed in 1718.

  • 4/5 Aaron P. 1 year ago on Google
    Very few places have the serenity of just being able to sit and relax in the hit afternoon. The garden is opposite the library which is a popular tourist destination so if you are planning a tour this is a good stop to rest. Alternatively, if you've had a big lunch at one of the many places close by you can just sit down and allow the food to digest here. Great place. Would visit again. Read up about the history though, very interesting story behind it.

  • 5/5 Shailesh S. 1 year ago on Google
    The famous Asiatic society library... Loved it.. have been there quite a few times but never in the evening... Its a happening place even during the night.. people sitting and passing their time with friends family and loved ones.. cycle coffee wala wandering around will make your visit enjoyable at nights....

  • 5/5 BHARAT THANEKAR B. 1 year ago on Google
    This garden is very very beautiful if you are Loving plants, flora, Garden... Very big garden maintain by Government Thane municipal corporation So many varieties of plants, design by Vijay Patil. All time open Best garden ever seen in my life...

  • 4/5 Rutuja S. 1 year ago on Google
    This place looks beautiful and lit at night. Horniman Circle is located near kalaghoda. Few of the well known restaurants like Jimmy boy and Badhemiya are located here. If you walk straight towards the end it opens up to Asiatic Library.

  • 5/5 akshay m. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice park but reconstruction is going on. Pokémon go community day event was held here in March 2022.

  • 4/5 Ameer Muhammed N. 3 months ago on Google New
    The Horniman Circle Garden, along with its surrounding architecture, enhances the city's beauty.

  • 5/5 Ajinkya N. 4 months ago on Google
    Asiatic library is a very favorable place for photo lovers as you will find people at any odd hours of the day over here until the midnight too.

  • 5/5 Krish R. 3 months ago on Google New
    A good place to chill and hangout very pleasant vibes, bombay coffee house is a km away nice place to chill


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