Haji Ali Dargah
A 15th-century shrine on an islet, reached by a causeway that vanishes at high tide
At a glance: Haji Ali Dargah is a 15th-century shrine on an islet, reached by a causeway that vanishes at high tide. It's open daily 5:30 AM – 10 PM, but the causeway is only walkable at low tide. Entry is free. Allow 1 hour. Best time to visit: Check tide times; Thursday evening for qawwali. Nearest station: Mahalaxmi (Western), 15 min walk.
Plan your visit
- Opening hours
- Daily 5:30 AM – 10 PM, but the causeway is only walkable at low tide
- Entry fee
- Free
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time to visit
- Check tide times; Thursday evening for qawwali
- Nearest station
- Mahalaxmi (Western), 15 min walk
- Address
- Dargah Road, Haji Ali, Mumbai 400026
About Haji Ali Dargah
The white marble mosque and tomb of the Sufi saint Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari sits 500 metres out in Worli bay, connected to the shore by a narrow walkway that is submerged at high tide. Pilgrims of every faith walk out past stalls and beggars to the courtyard, where qawwali is sung on Thursday and Friday evenings. The view back at the Mumbai skyline is remarkable.
Tips
- Dress modestly and cover your head inside; shoes come off at the entrance
- The causeway has no railings, avoid rough-sea days in monsoon
- Haji Ali Juice Centre across the road is a Mumbai institution
Frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of Haji Ali Dargah?
Haji Ali Dargah is open daily 5:30 AM – 10 PM, but the causeway is only walkable at low tide.
How much does it cost to visit Haji Ali Dargah?
Entry to Haji Ali Dargah is free.
How long do you need at Haji Ali Dargah?
Allow 1 hour at Haji Ali Dargah.
When is the best time to visit Haji Ali Dargah?
Check tide times; Thursday evening for qawwali.
How do I get to Haji Ali Dargah?
The nearest station is Mahalaxmi (Western), 15 min walk. Haji Ali Dargah is at Dargah Road, Haji Ali, Mumbai 400026.
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