An artificial lake in Mumbai's suburbs with a scenic promenade, popular for jogging, evening walks, and spotting wildlife against a modern skyline.
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Powai Lake is an artificial lake situated in the northern suburbs of Mumbai. Surrounded by prominent landmarks like the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and the planned township of Hiranandani Gardens, the lake area serves as a significant green space for the city. Visitors will find a well-maintained promenade, known as the Powai Lake Garden, running along a portion of its southern bank. This walkway is a popular spot for locals who come for morning jogs, evening walks, or simply to sit on the benches and enjoy the view.
Plan your trip around the ideal season for the best experience
November-February, especially on weekend evenings (5 PM - 8 PM) and public holidays.
Weekday evenings throughout the year and weekend mornings.
Weekday afternoons, especially during the summer months (March-May).
Plan ahead with accurate pricing and visiting hours
Indian Visitors
Free
No entry fee
Opening Hours
5:00 AM — 10:00 PM
The area is an open public space and generally accessible at all times. However, it is most active and advisable to visit from sunrise to late evening. It is not a gated attraction with fixed hours.
Free entry for all visitors as it is a public lakefront.
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Address
Adi Shankaracharya Marg, Near IIT Bombay, Powai
Coordinates
19.1277, 72.9062
Nearest City
Mumbai
Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) is the nearest airport, located about 6 km away. It takes approximately 20-40 minutes to reach by taxi o...
The nearest local train stations are Kanjurmarg and Vikhroli on the Central Line (approx. 5 km away). Andheri station on the Western Line is about 10 km away. A...
Powai Lake is located on Adi Shankaracharya Marg, which is well-connected to the Jogeshwari-Vikhroli Link Road (JVLR). This provides easy access from both the W...
Auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs like Ola and Uber are the most convenient ways to get around. Many BEST buses also have routes that pass by the lake, connecti...
Learn about the story and cultural importance of this destination
Powai Lake was created by the British in 1891 by constructing two dams across the Mithi River. The project cost around ₹6,50,000 at the time and was conceived to augment the water supply for the city of Bombay. For several years, it served this purpose. However, due to increasing pollution from near...
Powai Lake is significant as a recreational and ecological spot in a densely populated urban environment. It provides a much-needed open space for residents of Powai and nearby areas to connect with nature. Its ecosystem supports various bird species and a resident population of Marsh Crocodiles, ma...
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