Marine Drive is Mumbai’s legendary seaside boulevard—a 3.6-km arc along the Arabian Sea, stretching from Nariman Point to Girgaum Chowpatty.
Marine Drive, officially known as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road, is a 3.6-kilometer-long C-shaped promenade in South Mumbai, India, facing the Arabian Sea. It is popularly known as the Queen’s Necklace due to its curved layout and the string of streetlights that resemble pearls when viewed from an elevated point at night.
Constructed in 1940 on reclaimed land from the Backbay reclamation project, Marine Drive is lined with Art Deco buildings, many of which are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Victorian Gothic & Art Deco Ensembles of Mumbai." The promenade is a hub for locals and tourists, ideal for evening walks, sunset views, and enjoying the sea breeze.
The northern end connects to Girgaon Chowpatty Beach, famous for its street food, while the southern end links to Nariman Point, Mumbai’s central business district. Notable landmarks nearby include the Wankhede Stadium, Cricket Club of India, and several luxury hotels.
Marine Drive is open 24/7 with no entry fee, though restricted items include alcohol, glass bottles, and drones. The best time to visit is between November and February.
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