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Voykit pocket guide · India
Shrivardhan
श्रीवर्धन
Spend one night in Shrivardhan for a quiet beach break and Konkani seafood; it's a 3–4 hour drive from Mumbai or Pune, best as a weekend getaway.
Shrivardhan is a coastal town in Raigad district, Maharashtra, known for its beaches, historical significance as the birthplace of the first Peshwa, and fresh seafood. It's less crowded than Alibag or Kashid, making it a relaxed alternative for a short Konkan coast trip.
- Country
- India
- Local name
- श्रीवर्धन
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- Avoid
- Jun–Sep (monsoon, rough seas)
- Stay
- 1 night
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- INR
- Money
- Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.
- Daily spend
- Budget ₹1,500–2,500 excl. bed · Mid ₹3,000–5,000 excl. bed · High ₹6,000+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Jio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.
- Emergency
- Police 100 · Fire 101 · Ambulance 102 · All emergencies 112
- Plugs
- Types C, D, M · 230 V · 50 Hz · Round two-pin C plugs fit most sockets; D (three round pins) is the common wall socket; hotels often have universal sockets. UK and US plugs need an adapter.
- Tipping
- Street food and dhabas: Nothing.; Restaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.; Car and driver: ₹300–500 a day at the end of the trip.; Guide: ₹300–500 for a half day.; Hotel porter / housekeeping: ₹50–100.; Auto or Uber: Round up.
- Water
- Not drinkable from the tap. Buy sealed bottles (check the cap), or use RO-filtered refill stations in hotels and cafés; avoid ice from street stalls.
- Toilets
- Western toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages. Carry tissue and sanitiser; paid public toilets (Sulabh) cost ₹5–10.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Seafood thali (fish curry, rice, solkadhi) | ₹250–400 |
| Tea at a local stall | ₹10–20 |
| Auto-rickshaw (within town) | ₹50–100 |
| Taxi Shrivardhan to Diveagar | ₹300–500 |
| Bottle of water (1 L) | ₹20 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- BOM · Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Mumbai)
- About 185 km (115 mi), 4–5 h by roadAbout 115 mi (185 km), 4–5 h by road
- PNQ · Pune International Airport
- About 165 km (103 mi), 3.5–4 h by roadAbout 103 mi (165 km), 3.5–4 h by road
Typical fares
- Mumbai to Shrivardhan by taxi
- about ₹3,000–4,000 (check)
- Pune to Shrivardhan by taxi
- about ₹2,500–3,500 (check)
- Local bus Shrivardhan to Diveagar
- about ₹30
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Auto-rickshaws and taxis are available for local trips; walking is fine along the beach stretch. Buses connect to nearby villages like Diveagar and Harihareshwar.
See and do
Known for
- Shrivardhan Beach
- Kondivli Beach
- Konkani seafood
- Birthplace of Balaji Vishwanath (first Peshwa)
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Diveagar Beach | Local bus or taxi, about 15 km (9.3 mi) northLocal bus or taxi, about 9.3 mi (15 km) north | 30 min |
| Harihareshwar | Taxi or bus, about 25 km (16 mi) southTaxi or bus, about 16 mi (25 km) south | 45 min |
| Kondivli Beach | Auto-rickshaw or taxi, about 5 km (3.1 mi)Auto-rickshaw or taxi, about 3.1 mi (5 km) | 15 min |
| Alibag | Taxi or bus via Mhasla, about 60 km (37 mi)Taxi or bus via Mhasla, about 37 mi (60 km) | 1.5–2 h |
Sleep
- Shrivardhan Beach area
- Resorts and homestays along the beach; quiet, walk to the shore.
- Town centre
- Budget lodges and local eateries; near bus stand and markets.
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Hello / Namaste | नमस्तेnamaste |
| Thank you | धन्यवादdhanyavaad |
| How much? | किती?kiti |
| Where is the beach? | समुद्र कुठे आहे?samudra kuthe aahe |
| I would like fish curry | मला मासळीची भाजी हवी आहेmala masalichi bhaji havi aahe |
| Please bring the bill | बिल आणाbil aana |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Namaste (palms together) or a handshake between men; wait for a woman to offer her hand; avoid: Hugging or kissing strangers
- Hands and feet: Give and eat with the right hand; apologise if your foot touches someone; avoid: Pointing feet at people or shrines; touching books or food with your feet
- Temples: Shoes off, walk clockwise around shrines, accept prasad (blessed food) with the right hand; avoid: Leather in Jain temples; entering sanctums that say Hindus only
- Home visit: Bring sweets or fruit; accept tea at least once; avoid: Refusing all food; wearing shoes inside
- Questions: Expect personal questions (married? job? salary?) as friendliness; avoid: Taking offence; answer vaguely if you prefer
- Saying no: A firm, polite 'nahi, dhanyavaad' (no, thank you) and keep walking; avoid: Long explanations to touts
- Dress: Loose clothes covering shoulders and knees; kurta tops are cheap and cool; avoid: Swimwear or shorts away from Goa beaches
Scams and watch-outs
- Monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rain and rough seas; many resorts close or reduce services.
- ATMs are limited; carry enough cash.
- Roads from Mumbai/Pune can be narrow and winding in parts; allow extra time.
Shrivardhan is generally safe for tourists. Usual precautions: avoid isolated beaches after dark, keep valuables secure, and be cautious of strong currents during monsoon.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Shrivardhan yet. Suggested stay: 1 night. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Shrivardhan Beach
- Kondivli Beach
- Konkani seafood
- Birthplace of Balaji Vishwanath (first Peshwa)
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Maharashtra Tourism: www.maharashtratourism.gov.in/
- Wikivoyage: Shrivardhan, revision 5290452 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5290452
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/shrivardhan). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.