- Best time
- Nov–Mar
- How long
- 2–3 days
- Stay a night
- ₹1,500–15,000
- Food a day
- ₹500–3,000
- Nearest railhead
- 0 km away
- Nearest airport
- 20 km away
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India’s city of dreams — Art Deco Marine Drive, Gothic CSMT, Elephanta’s caves, vada pav on every corner and late nights in Bandra.
Things to do in Mumbai
Gateway of India
The 1924 arch on the harbour is a basalt memorial built in the Indo-Saracenic style. Overlooking the Arabian Sea, it was erected to commemorate a royal visit and served as the ceremonial entrance to the country.
Tip: Take a boat ride from the nearby jetty to explore the harbour and nearby islands.
Elephanta Caves
Rock-cut Shiva caves located on Elephanta Island in Mumbai Harbour, featuring ancient stone sculptures and reliefs carved from solid basalt rock. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the complex includes Hindu temples showcasing deities like Trimurti Sadashiva and Nataraja, alongside a few Buddhist stupa mounds and caves.
Tip: Note that the caves are closed on Mondays, so plan your ferry trip for another day.
Marine Drive
Marine Drive is a 3-kilometre-long promenade along the coast in Mumbai, known as the Queen’s Necklace because its streetlights resemble a string of pearls at night. The banana-shaped road is lined with palm trees and features beautiful art deco buildings built by wealthy Parsis.
Tip: Check out the art deco buildings along the stretch, which are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is a historic UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai. Designed in an exuberant Indo-Gothic style, this busy railway terminus serves as the headquarters of India's Central Railway zone.
Tip: Observe the exterior stonework and turrets closely from across the road for the best view
CSMVS Museum
Located in Kala Ghoda, CSMVS is Mumbai is main museum. It houses an extensive collection of ancient art, sculpture, and historical artifacts from across India.
Tip: Check the museum schedule in advance for special rotating exhibitions
Colaba Causeway
Colaba Causeway is a busy commercial street and land link in Mumbai, located close to the Gateway of India and the Taj Mahal Palace. It is a popular spot for street shopping and relaxing at local cafes.
Tip: Bargaining is common with street vendors, so agree on a price before buying.
Bandra Bandstand & Fort
Bandra Bandstand is a 1.2 kilometer long sea-facing walkway in Mumbai. It is a popular hangout spot, jogging track, and park that features an amphitheater and the Artist's Court for public performances. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing sea walk past film-star homes.
Tip: Check out the amphitheater near Land's End where local cultural festivals and concerts take place.
Juhu Beach
Juhu Beach is a famous coastal spot on the western coast of Salsette Island in Mumbai. This sprawling beach is surrounded by the Arabian Sea and sits in an affluent suburb home to many Bollywood celebrities. Visitors can enjoy local street food like chaat and pav bhaji right on the sand.
Tip: Reach using the nearest railway stations at Santacruz, Andheri, or Vile Parle
Haji Ali Dargah
Haji Ali Dargah is a revered Sufi shrine and the tomb of Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari, located on an islet off the coast of Worli in southern Mumbai. This striking monument of Indo-Islamic architecture is one of the city's most recognisable landmarks and is reached via a narrow causeway exposed at low tide.
Tip: Check the tidal timetable before visiting, as the path submerges completely during high tide.
Kanheri Caves
Kanheri Caves are a group of Buddhist caves and rock-cut monuments inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Mumbai. Cut into a massive basalt outcrop, they feature sculptures, relief carvings, paintings, and inscriptions dating from the 1st century CE to the 10th century CE.
Tip: Wear comfortable footwear suitable for climbing rock-cut steps and walking on uneven surfaces.
Where to stay in Mumbai
Colaba
Walk to the Gateway, cafes and the causeway.
Fort & Churchgate
Heritage district near the stations.
Bandra
Cafes, bars and sea views in the suburbs.
Andheri & Juhu
Near the airport and Juhu beach.
What to eat
Vada pav
The city’s snack, at any station.
Bademiya
Late-night kebabs behind the Taj in Colaba.
Britannia & Co.
Parsi berry pulao in Ballard Estate (lunch only).
Leopold Cafe
Colaba’s storied cafe since 1871.
Sardar pav bhaji
Butter-loaded pav bhaji at Tardeo.
Good to know
- Use local trains outside rush hours (8–11 am, 6–9 pm).
- Elephanta ferries leave from the Gateway; the caves close on Mondays.
- June–September monsoon flooding can disrupt plans.
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