19.161772.8868Mumbai, Maharashtra

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Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari - A Tour of Film City Mumbai

Explore the heart of Bollywood with a guided tour of Film City Mumbai, featuring iconic film sets, studios, and a behind-the-scenes look at filmmaking.

Mumbai, Maharashtra2-3 hours10:00 AM – 5:00 PM₹650No Photography

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Best Season:The period from October to March is ideal for a visit, as Mumbai's weather is pleasant and comfortable for outdoor tours. The winter months from December to February are particularly enjoyable. Avoid the summer months of April and May, which are extremely hot and humid. The monsoon season, from June to September, sees heavy rainfall which can disrupt tours and make moving around uncomfortable.

Duration:2-3 hours

Entry (Indian):₹650

Entry (Foreign):₹650

Photography:Not Allowed

Parking:Not Available

Why Visit Film City Mumbai?

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Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari, widely known as Film City, is a sprawling integrated studio complex located in Goregaon, Mumbai. Spread over 520 acres, it serves as the primary production hub for India's Hindi film industry, Bollywood, as well as numerous television shows and advertisements. For visitors, the main experience is a guided bus tour that takes you through this world of make-believe. You get to see various permanent sets that can be transformed to depict anything from a rural village, a grand temple, or a colonial-era mansion to a high-security prison or a city courthouse.

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December-January, weekends, and school vacation periods (May, October) due to holidays and pleasant weather.

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February-April, November, and weekday afternoons.

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June-September during the heavy monsoon season when outdoor activities are limited.

Entry Fees & Timings

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Indian Visitors

₹650

Per person

Foreign Visitors

₹650

Per person

Opening Hours

10:00 AM — 5:00 PM

Tours operate in specific time slots, typically starting from 10:00 AM, with the last tour around 5:00 PM. Visitors must book a tour for a specific time. The complex operates for longer hours for film crews, but tourist access is limited to tour timings.

Entry is exclusively through pre-booked guided tours. Prices for a standard 2-hour bus tour start at approximately ₹650 per person. Various private operators offer different packages with varying durations, inclusions, and costs. It is essential to book tickets online from an authorized tour provider in advance.

Location & Directions

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Address

Film City Road, Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400065

Coordinates

19.1617, 72.8868

Nearest City

Mumbai

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How to Reach

Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently

By Air

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) is about 12 km away. The drive can take 45-60 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

By Train

Goregaon Station on the Mumbai Suburban Railway's Western Line is the nearest local station (5 km). For long-distance trains, major terminals like Mumbai Centra...

By Road

Film City is located off the Western Express Highway, making it easily accessible by car or taxi from any part of Mumbai. Mumbai is well-connected to other citi...

Local Transport

Auto-rickshaws and taxis are readily available from Goregaon station. BEST buses provide good connectivity to the area. Ride-hailing apps like Ola and Uber are ...

History & Significance

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History

Established in 1977 by the Government of Maharashtra, Film City was conceived to provide comprehensive facilities and infrastructure to the booming Indian film industry. The project was developed under the guidance of veteran filmmaker V. Shantaram. Its primary purpose was to create a single, massiv...

Significance

Film City is the operational heart of Bollywood, India's largest and most influential film industry. Its significance lies in being the physical space where a vast majority of Hindi films and television shows are brought to life. It provides employment to thousands of technicians, artists, and crew ...

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