Mumbai Sightseeing Tours

Mumbai is frequented by tourists all throughout the year. However, the winter months from November to February are best for outdoor activities and sightseeing. The days are cool and the temperature at night seldom drops below 10 degrees.

• The iconic ‘Gate way of India’ on the Mumbai harbor front is a popular tourist haunt and depicts the grandeur of the British era.
• ‘Haji Ali’ the shrine of Saint Pir Haji Ali stands in the middle of Arabian Sea and is a marvel of Indo-Islamic architecture.
• The Dargah complex is also known for delectable Mughalai cuisine like kebabs and biryani. A trip to Elephanta Island to witness the intricate artwork and carvings in the temples inside elephanta caves. The temples are cut into the rocks with charming patios, corridors, and columns.
• The famous ‘Siddhivinayak Temple’ of Lord Ganesha is known for its alluring architecture and beauty.
• ‘ChhatrapatiShivajiMaharajVastuSangrahalaya’ is the most premier art and history museum in India. This is also known as Prince of Wales Museum of India and has rare displays depicting the rich culture and heritage of our nation.
• ‘Mount Mary Church’ is a quaint and peaceful church located on a hillock in Bandra.
• A walk during sunset on the famous ‘Chowpatty Beach’ while enjoying the famous Mumbai street food is surly one of the best things to do in Mumbai.

Mumbai is known as the city of dreams and is quite a tourist destination.

• Some of the best places to see are: Gateway of India, Haji Ali, Elephanta Island, Siddhivinayak Temple, and Essel World.
• A drive through Marine drive or the Queen’s necklace is one of the most breathtaking sites at night with glittering view of the city skyline.
• A walk along the Bandra Promenade overlooking the Arabian Sea with swaying palm trees nourishes the soul.
• Mumbai is also home of Bollywood and a visit to Goregaon Film City with its many set and studios housing artificial mountains, lakes, villages, and cities is a wonder for tourists. The tours will show you clipping of different Bollywood movies, dubbing acts and light and sound experience.
• Hanging Gardens in Malabar Hill are famous for their lush green vegetation and interesting animal shaped fences. The gardens offer a stunning view Of the Arabian Sea. Tantalize and tease your taste buds with the famous Mumbai Street Foods like VadaPao, Bhel and enjoy authentic Parsi cuisine in the town area.
• Walk around the Colaba Causeway Market to pick trinkets at reasonable prices.

Keep two-three days for sightseeing. Most of the sight-seeing places are in South Mumbai, so visit all these places together. A visit to the Elephanta caves and the Film City will take half a day. If you plan to visit Essel World, then keep one more day as it takes a full day to explore all the rides.

A quick sightseeing tour will give you a perspective of the city. ‘Mumbai Darshan’ provides taxi services with complete city tours. You can book the car of your choice depending on your budget.

The car will pick you up at 9 AM and drop you back to the hotel/guest house by evening 7 PM. The Mumbai Darshan Tour by the state government will take you to about 60 sight-seeing destinations in AC buses/taxi with experienced guides, who give a running commentary.

Mumbai cuisine is known for its native, borrowed, refurbished and reinterpreted food.

• The trademark VadaPao, PaoBhaji, SevPuri, Bhel are a gastronomic delight for all.
• The Juhu Beach and Chowpatty are the best places to get these authentic chaats.
• The Konkan food in Mutton Masala and Tisriya is known for delicious fish curries and sol curry.
• Try traditional simple yet delectable Maharashtrian meal consisting of VaratBhat, Usat, thaliPeeth and Kharwas in small restaurants in lanes of Dadar.
• The Udipi restaurants are known for their South Indian food and have outlets in all parts of the city.
• The Muhammad Ali road for its delectable kebabs and biryanis.
• ‘Britannia’ ‘Jimmy Boy’ are some of the oldest Irani cafes in the old town area.

Mumbai is a shopper’s paradise for frugal and is known for its street shopping.

• The best shopping destinations are Linking Road Bandra for latest clothes, bags, footwear at throwaway prices.
• Hill road and Zaveri Bazaar is known for antique pieces of junk jewelry and trinkets.
• Fashion Street is the place where you get fake Gucci and Prada at cheap prices. Do look for manufacturing defects.
• Colaba causeway is a fashion lover’s delight with everything from clothes to accessories. Hindmata Market is known for its designer sarees, lehengas, and sherwanis.
• Do visit Chor Bazaar the oldest markets of the city and get good deals on gadgets.

It is known as the city that never sleeps and Mumbai night life is an experience in itself. 

• Nariman Point on Marine drive is the place to hangout and admire the city lights during the wee hours.
• JuhuChowpatty is open throughout the night and Bademiya in Colaba is best for late night munching.
• The city is known for its dazzling night clubs from elite Taproom, Olive, Social, Hoppipola to local bars like Gokul and Sunlight for travelers on budget.
• The late-night movie shows at famous Regal and Metro cinemas for movies buff at pocket-friendly rates is an experience.

• The best places for couples to explore together are a late night coffee at Marine Drive.
• A serene walk on the Worli Sea link with your special someone to enjoy the rising or setting sun.
• Madh Island beach is an ideal getaway for couples with its placid waters and mangrove trees.
• Bandra Fort is another popular place for spending some quality time together.