Mumbai is the land of Bollywood, twinkling skyline, bustling beaches and amazing street food. It is also known as the city of dreams for the right reasons.
Apart from the beautiful beaches - Mumbai is known for its rocking nightlife and is a paradise partygoer’s.
Best time to Visit Mumbai:
Being a coastal area, Mumbai can be visited at any time of the year. The rainy season is from June to September.
When you are in Mumbai dont miss out the following Things to do in Mumbai:
* Visit the sea-facing Gateway of India
* Head to Chowpatty or Juhu beach and have an ice gola
* Shop at the street shops on Colaba Causeway, Fashion street, Bandra Linking Road or Hill Road - Make sure you brush your bargaining skills before shopping.
* Taste the popular Bombay sandwich and other street foods
* Hop in Mumbai Local and experience a day of local Mumbaikar
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Gateway of India
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The fabulous gateway overlooking the beautiful Arabian Sea, is the most popular landmark of Mumbai. It was built in 1911, which has 26 metres high archway and is one of the popular Places to see in Mumbai
The fabulous gateway overlooking the beautiful Arabian Sea, is the most popular landmark of Mumbai. It was built in 1911, which has 26 metres high archway and is one of the popular Places to see in Mumbai
Elephanta Caves
Entry Fees :₹ 70 Time To Visit :9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Elephanta Caves are a network of sculpted caves located on Elephanta island, or Gharapuri. This island on Arabian Sea, consists of two groups of caves—the first is a large group of five Hindu caves, the second, a smaller group of two Buddhist caves. The rock cut architecture of the caves has been dated to between the 5th and 8th centuries.
To get to the Elephanta Caves, you will need to go to the Gateway of India. From Gateway of India, you need to take 60 minute ferry ride to reach these beutiful caves.
Note: Elephanta Caves are closed on Monday
First Gateway of India the first boat departs at 9:00 am and there are boats every 30 minutes. The last boat leaves Gateway of India at 2:30 pm.
From Elephanta Caves the first return boat starts at 12:00 noon and the last boat departs at 5:30 pm
Elephanta Caves are a network of sculpted caves located on Elephanta island, or Gharapuri. This island on Arabian Sea, consists of two groups of caves—the first is a large group of five Hindu caves, the second, a smaller group of two Buddhist caves. The rock cut architecture of the caves has been dated to between the 5th and 8th centuries.
To get to the Elephanta Caves, you will need to go to the Gateway of India. From Gateway of India, you need to take 60 minute ferry ride to reach these beutiful caves.
Note: Elephanta Caves are closed on Monday
First Gateway of India the first boat departs at 9:00 am and there are boats every 30 minutes. The last boat leaves Gateway of India at 2:30 pm.
From Elephanta Caves the first return boat starts at 12:00 noon and the last boat departs at 5:30 pm
Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Entry Fees :₹ 10 Time To Visit :9 am – 5:30 pm
This 104 sq km National Park is a significant wildlife reserve with diverse flora and fauna. The landscape of this park is made of sparkling lakes, rivers, beautiful valleys and hills. You can spot more than 800 types of flowering plants here.
You can opt for a wildlife safari organised by the park authorities and watch leopards, lions, tigers and many other animals freely roaming in this reserved zone.
The prominent highlight of this park is Kanheri Caves. A group of 2400-year old caves, carved from rock cliffs.
This 104 sq km National Park is a significant wildlife reserve with diverse flora and fauna. The landscape of this park is made of sparkling lakes, rivers, beautiful valleys and hills. You can spot more than 800 types of flowering plants here.
You can opt for a wildlife safari organised by the park authorities and watch leopards, lions, tigers and many other animals freely roaming in this reserved zone.
The prominent highlight of this park is Kanheri Caves. A group of 2400-year old caves, carved from rock cliffs.
Marine Drive
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Marine Drive (aka Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Marg), is a 3 kilometres stretching from Nariman Point to Malabar Hills. It is an inverted 'C'-shaped six lane road along the coast of the Arabian Sea.
At night, the entire road appears like a dazzling diamond neckpiece, hence its also referred as 'Queen's Necklace'. Strolling around the Marine Drive road is one of the popular Things to do in Mumbai among the tourists as well as locals.
Marine Drive (aka Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Marg), is a 3 kilometres stretching from Nariman Point to Malabar Hills. It is an inverted 'C'-shaped six lane road along the coast of the Arabian Sea.
At night, the entire road appears like a dazzling diamond neckpiece, hence its also referred as 'Queen's Necklace'. Strolling around the Marine Drive road is one of the popular Things to do in Mumbai among the tourists as well as locals.
Hanging Gardens
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Hanging Gardens is a beautiful terraced gardens set atop of Malabar Hill and was established in the 1880s.
Hanging Gardens is a beautiful terraced gardens set atop of Malabar Hill and was established in the 1880s.
Juhu Beach
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Juhu Beach is counted amongst the popular Places to Visit in Mumbai. Groves of palm trees along the endless sand of the beach makes its a picturesque attraction amongst tourists and locals. There are lot of food and activity options here.
Juhu Beach is counted amongst the popular Places to Visit in Mumbai. Groves of palm trees along the endless sand of the beach makes its a picturesque attraction amongst tourists and locals. There are lot of food and activity options here.
Chowpatty Beach
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Chowpatty is another famous attractions of Mumbai; located on the northern side of Marine Drive. The golden sand of this beach makes a perfect location to watch sunset. The beach is lined up with various local food options like bhelpuri, pao bhaji, sev puri etc. This beach should be in your travel list when you Plan your trip to Mumbai
Chowpatty is another famous attractions of Mumbai; located on the northern side of Marine Drive. The golden sand of this beach makes a perfect location to watch sunset. The beach is lined up with various local food options like bhelpuri, pao bhaji, sev puri etc. This beach should be in your travel list when you Plan your trip to Mumbai
Versova Beach
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The beautiful Versova Beach offers many activities like swimming, cycling, snorkelling and horse riding. It is a popular tourist spot in the suburbs of Andheri.
The beautiful Versova Beach offers many activities like swimming, cycling, snorkelling and horse riding. It is a popular tourist spot in the suburbs of Andheri.
Shree Siddhivinayak temple
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Shree Siddhivinayak temple is one of the holiest and popular place of Mumbai; which is often visited by Bollywood stars and other celebrities and considered as one of the Top attractions of Mumbai
Shree Siddhivinayak temple is one of the holiest and popular place of Mumbai; which is often visited by Bollywood stars and other celebrities and considered as one of the Top attractions of Mumbai
Mount Mary Church
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Mount Mary Church is not only famous among devotees, but is also famous among peace seekers and nature lovers because of its picturesque location. It stands atop a hillock in Bandra, overlooking the beautiful Arabian Sea. The church was built around the statue of Mother Mary which was brought from Portugal at 16th century.
Mount Mary Church is not only famous among devotees, but is also famous among peace seekers and nature lovers because of its picturesque location. It stands atop a hillock in Bandra, overlooking the beautiful Arabian Sea. The church was built around the statue of Mother Mary which was brought from Portugal at 16th century.
Haji Ali Dargah
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Haji Ali Dargah is another Top attractions of Mumbai. It houses the tombstone of Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari (R.A.) – a revered Muslim saint. It lies on a small islet, almost in the middle of the Arabian Sea.
This 500 years old Mughal style of architecture with white minarets, large marble-covered entrance, and the mirror work on dome - attracts lot of devotees from different religions.
Haji Ali Dargah is another Top attractions of Mumbai. It houses the tombstone of Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari (R.A.) – a revered Muslim saint. It lies on a small islet, almost in the middle of the Arabian Sea.
This 500 years old Mughal style of architecture with white minarets, large marble-covered entrance, and the mirror work on dome - attracts lot of devotees from different religions.
Mumba Devi Temple
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Mumba Devi Temple is a renowned shrine. The legends associated with this temple relate it to a demon named Mumbaraka, who used to terrify residents of this city. To end his reign of terror, Lord Brahma sent Mumbadevi – an eight-armed goddess who was the manifestation of Shakti. She defeated the demon, who fell on his knees and asked for mercy along with the permission to establish Her shrine. This is how the iconic temple of Mumbadevi came into existence.
Mumba Devi Temple is a renowned shrine. The legends associated with this temple relate it to a demon named Mumbaraka, who used to terrify residents of this city. To end his reign of terror, Lord Brahma sent Mumbadevi – an eight-armed goddess who was the manifestation of Shakti. She defeated the demon, who fell on his knees and asked for mercy along with the permission to establish Her shrine. This is how the iconic temple of Mumbadevi came into existence.
Mahakali Caves
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Mahakali Caves (aka Kondivita Caves) is a Buddhist monastery. It is a set of 19 rock-cut caves that was built between 1st century and 6th century.
Mahakali Caves (aka Kondivita Caves) is a Buddhist monastery. It is a set of 19 rock-cut caves that was built between 1st century and 6th century.
Colaba street market / Colaba Causeway
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Mumbai sightseeing is not complete without the visit to Colaba street. Colaba Causeway, is a commercial street and a most popular street side shopping destination of Mumbai. It lies close to the popular landmarks of Mumbai like Gateway of India, Taj Hotel and Leopard Cafe. And is popularly refereed as 'Culture Square' of Mumbai. Colaba street is one the most happening places of the city; you will find lot of locals, tourists, and foreign nationals spending quality time shopping and hanging out here. Apart from variety of shopping options, you will find lot of eateries in this area. Colaba Causeway, is officially known as Shahid Bhagat Singh Road.This park attracts children for its various ride option and indeed one of the Top attractions of Mumbai
Mumbai sightseeing is not complete without the visit to Colaba street. Colaba Causeway, is a commercial street and a most popular street side shopping destination of Mumbai. It lies close to the popular landmarks of Mumbai like Gateway of India, Taj Hotel and Leopard Cafe. And is popularly refereed as 'Culture Square' of Mumbai. Colaba street is one the most happening places of the city; you will find lot of locals, tourists, and foreign nationals spending quality time shopping and hanging out here. Apart from variety of shopping options, you will find lot of eateries in this area. Colaba Causeway, is officially known as Shahid Bhagat Singh Road.This park attracts children for its various ride option and indeed one of the Top attractions of Mumbai
How to Reach Mumbai
By Air
Mumbai is well connected with most major destinations around the world. The Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport lies about 30 kilometres north of the city. The Santa Cruz Domestic Airport is about 4.5 kilometres from the international airport.
By Train
Mumbai is very well connected to rest of India by trains. Trains arrive at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (aka VT) as well as at Mumbai Central Station.
By Bus
Mumbai has very good road connectivity and is connected with National Highways with its neighbouring cities.
Getting around in Mumbai
Mumbai is heavily crowded and the people are always on the move.
But there are numerous transport options in Mumbai and you will not find hard to catch a local train, a taxi, auto rickshaw or even an air conditioned bus to get around the city.
You can also book car or bike from Navigers to explore the city at your own pace.
