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Mount Mary Basilica
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The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, affectionately known as Mount Mary Church, is one of Mumbai's most beloved religious landmarks, a Roman Catholic basilica perched on a hilltop in the leafy suburb of Bandra, overlooking the Arabian Sea. The church is home to a centuries-old, much-venerated statue of the Virgin Mary (Our Lady of the Mount), and is revered not only by Catholics but by people of all faiths across Mumbai, who come to pray and seek blessings. The Neo-Gothic church is graceful, and its hilltop setting offers lovely sea breezes and views.
It's most famous for the Bandra Fair (the Mount Mary Festival), a week-long celebration held each September around the feast of the Nativity of Mary, when enormous crowds throng the approach, lined with stalls selling candles (often shaped like body parts or objects representing prayers), flowers, sweets, and trinkets. It's a vibrant expression of Mumbai's pluralistic devotion. Visit any time for a peaceful stop, or during the fair for the full, joyful spectacle.
Don't miss
- A hilltop Neo-Gothic basilica overlooking the sea
- The venerated centuries-old statue of Mary
- Revered by people of all faiths
- The vibrant September Bandra Fair
- Sea breezes and views from the Bandra hill
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Mount Mary Basilica
You don't need a tour to visit — entry is free. A tour is worth it if you want transport, a guide, or to combine Mount Mary Basilica with nearby sights in one day. That's what these do well.
Cheapest way inPrivate Half-Day Sightseeing Tour in Mumbai4.9★ · 499 travelers4–6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$21 per personSee dates →
Most bookedPrivate Guided Walking Tour in Bandra Queen of Suburbs5★ · 453 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$35 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleMumbai Temple Tour in Private Vehicle5★ · 44 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$113 per personSee dates →Good for
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Know before you go
- It's revered by people of all faiths, not only Catholics.
- Entry is free, a peaceful hilltop stop with sea breezes.
- Visit during the September Bandra Fair for the full spectacle (expect huge crowds).
- Combine with a wander around leafy, trendy Bandra.
A bit of history
A church has stood on this Bandra hill since the 17th century, founded by Portuguese-era Jesuits, with the venerated statue of Mary at its heart. The present Neo-Gothic basilica was built in the early 20th century, and the annual Bandra Fair grew into one of Mumbai's great religious celebrations.
Common questions
What is Mount Mary Basilica?
A beloved hilltop Roman Catholic basilica in Bandra, Mumbai, the Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, home to a venerated centuries-old statue of Mary and revered by people of all faiths.
What is the Bandra Fair?
The Mount Mary Festival each September around the feast of Mary's Nativity, a week-long celebration drawing huge crowds, with stalls selling candles, flowers, and sweets along the approach.
Is it free?
Yes, entry is free, with donations welcome.
Where is it?
On a hill in the Bandra suburb of Mumbai, overlooking the Arabian Sea.
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