Mumbai Launches Coastal Road Promenade Longer Than Marine Drive - Top Things To Do There

One of the most attractive features of Mumbai is its coastline. Inhabitants as well as tourists take advantage of the city's proximity to the sea in several ways. Among the most common ones is going for a walk or just sitting on one of Mumbai's sea-facing promenades like the well-known Marine Drive. With the recent opening of the Coastal Road Promenade, there is now a whole new expanse for people to enjoy. If you're looking to experience something novel yet familiar in the city, this could be your next outing. Here's what you should know about it:

What Is The Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade?

The Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade is a newly developed seafront walkway. It runs alongside parts of the coastal road routes in South Mumbai. This is one of the city's major sea-facing promenades apart from those in Marine Drive and Bandra. The Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade is much longer than Marine Drive and offers views unlike ever before. Earlier, the construction of the coastal road meant that the iconic Worli Seaface could only be enjoyed by motorists. Now, thanks to this landscaped walkway, the Worli Seaface is open to pedestrians again - albeit in a new way.

Although one part of the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade can now be accessed on foot, the development of certain other amenities is still underway.

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Where Is The Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade Located?

One phase of the promenade, spanning 5.25 km, was opened to the public on August 15, 2025. It stretches from Priyadarshini Park to Haji Ali and Baroda Palace to Worli. The total length of the promenade is 7.5 km, and the remaining stretch will be opened later. Some parts are still under construction.

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Why Visit Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade?

Entry to this spot is free for all visitors. Here's what you can do on the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade:

1. Walking/ jogging: Go for an early morning or late-night walk/run along the promenade, and your exercise will be rewarded with cool sea breezes and beautiful panoramic views. Avoid doing so in the afternoons, as the sun can be quite harsh and there is not much shade available.
2. Cycling: Unlike most other roads and walkways in the city, the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade has a dedicated cycling track. The underpasses have ramps, which will allow you to easily transport your cycle across.
3. Sightseeing: You don't have to do a lot of exercise to enjoy the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade. You can also simply sit and feast your eyes on the expansive, uninterrupted views of the sea and skyline. Benches have been provided for visitors to relax and take a break from the usual type of city bustle. Drop by in the evenings to catch sweeping sunsets - which will only get clearer after the monsoon.

How To Reach Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade

Pedestrian access from the following subways is available so far (more are set to open later):

• Subway No. 4: From Aakriti Parking Building, on Bhulabhai Desai Marg
• Subway No. 6: From Haji Ali Junction/Vatsalabai Desai Chowk
• Subway No. 11: From Worli Dairy School, on Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan Marg
• Subway No. 14: From Bindumadhav Thackeray Chowk, Worli

Wheelchair users and cyclists can make use of ramps to reach the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade. Parking for cars is available beneath the walkway in dedicated zones located adjacent to Bindu Madhav Thackeray Junction, opposite Worli Dairy.

Where Does The Mumbai Coastal Road Start And End?

Currently, the Mumbai Coastal Road stretches from Princess Street Flyover at Marine Drive and ends at Worli. There, it directly connects to the Bandra-Worli sea link. There are multiple entry and exit points for vehicles along the Mumbai Coastal Road. The route is highly popular as it can allow you to reach Bandra from Marine Drive (or vice versa) in just 10-12 minutes.

Is The Mumbai Coastal Road Closed At Night?

The Mumbai Coastal Road is now open round the clock. Earlier, it used to be open from 7 am to midnight only.

Can Pedestrians Cross Mumbai Coastal Road?

Pedestrians are prohibited from crossing the Mumbai Coastal Road at any point. The speed limit on straight stretches of this road is 80 km/hour, which means vehicles can move very fast. Thus, subways (underpasses) have been constructed to allow pedestrians to reach the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade safely and easily.

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People's Reactions To Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade:

Since the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade opened, many posts and videos about it have gone viral on social media. It has prompted various discussions online. Some people have reacted positively and shared glimpses of fun outings on the walkway. Others have raised concerns about limited pedestrian access, the proximity to a high-speed corridor, the lack of amenities along the promenade and general civic sense.

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Here are some reactions to the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade from Instagram:

One user stated, "Superb time we all had together. Will be a frequent visitor there now."

"Mumbai is becoming more and more incredible in terms of its infrastructure and design. We just need a lot of tree plantations now at these places, and it will be perfect," another wrote.

"Someone should start renting out cycles over there," a third suggested.

"Doesn't look good without trees! What's the joy of riding on concrete all through?" one person wondered.

"Please don't ruin this one by allowing hawkers here," another wrote, tagging BMC.

Several users echoed a common sentiment: "Hope it remains in the same condition after a few weeks."

Although initial reactions to the Mumbai Coastal Road Promenade seem mixed, there's no denying that the city remains in dire need of more freely accessible, non-commercial open spaces.