Mumbai, a dream city and a city of dreams, a place that reeks of beauty, glamour, entertainment, adventure, and wonderment. A perpetually insomniac city. Gateway to upcoming modern India, Mumbai is placed not to be missed. This place offers a never-ending list of activities and places to visit. There is an unceasing influx of new things happening and developing all around. Mumbai is growing bigger and bigger every day, which accounts for the gushing tourists from all around the world.
This never settling, never stopping city has been bestowed upon with a plethora of treasures famous on a worldly basis. If you ever decide to cross paths with this grand city, make sure it’s not just a sojourn, or else you’ll regret having missed a ton of things. You can opt for the many Mumbai sightseeing tours. There are thousands of things to do and places to visit in Mumbai, but in case you don’t have a lifetime of vacation to explore this city.
Here is a list of top 15 things to do and tourist places to visit which you definitely wouldn’t want to miss in Mumbai –
- THE FAMOUS GATEWAY OF INDIA
- MARINE DRIVE
- HAVE A SMIDGE OF FRESHNESS AT THE HANGING GARDEN
- DHARAVI SLUM TOUR
- CHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ TERMINUS
- DHOBI GHAT
- COLABA MARKET AND CRAWFORD MARKET
- RAJABAI TOWER
- SIDDHI VINAYAK TEMPLE
- ELEPHANTA CAVES TOUR
- SANJAY GANDHI NATIONAL PARK
- KANHERI CAVE TOURS
- BOLLYWOOD STUDIO TOUR
- KARLA BHAJA CAVES
- STREET FOOD OF MUMBAI
1) GATEWAY OF INDIA
Gateway of India, a monolithic structure standing tenaciously at the terminal of Apollo Bunder, overlooking the Arabian Sea. A spectacular piece of architecture which proclaimed a name that is now synonymous with the grandeur of this city. This has become one of the most famous places to visit in Mumbai. Gateway of India is among India’s most famous structures and attracts hordes of tourists each year. So, if this is your first time here then you surely wouldn’t want to let go the opportunity of sighting this grandiose edifice.
You can take up many tours that offer a visit to this grand monument like Mumbai full-day or half-day sightseeing. You can enjoy its night light show in the Private Mumbai Night Tour.
2) MARINE DRIVE
Marine Drive, a resplended 3.6km esplanade along the Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road in South Bombay. Marine Drive is among the most famous tourist places in Mumbai. The cool revitalizing breeze that descends from the clear skies and the soothing ethereal song of the sea vindicates the enchanting experience of the visitors who strides through this place. These peculiarities make this a site of regular resort for the Mumbaikars and a must-see for the unprecedented tourist. One can relish the beauty of this view while having a calming evening stride in perfect ecstasy.
Cross through the Marine drive your Mumbai full-day or half-day tour.
3) HAVE A SMIDGE OF FRESHNESS AT THE HANGING GARDEN
Evade the commotion and concrete structures of the city and have a quality time relishing the lush greenery of the Hanging garden. Take a whiff of the pristine unpolluted air of the beautiful foliage of the flora encircling you. This haven, perched on the Malabar Hills is a ground of solace for those seeking peace and tranquillity from the hustle-bustle of the city. It’s among the most famous tourist places in Mumbai.
You can have a relaxing time at this place on a Mumbai City full-day tour or you can also join the private Bollywood tour they go across the city with a theme of Bollywood.
4) DHARAVI SLUM TOUR
Welcome to the separate world within the city of Mumbai. Far from glamour, far from development, far from the comfort of the rest of Mumbai. Have a glimpse at the struggling half of the city. An area of around 1 sq. mile is home to closely 1 million residents, making it the world’s third-largest slum. Having a closer introspection into the lives of these unprivileged people will make you develop a deeper conscience and wider understanding of humanity. Discerning their lives and interacting with them is one of the best things to do in Mumbai.
You can have this journey filled with compassion in the Dharavi Slum tour. A 3-days Mumbai tour with Bollywood studio will also do it for you.
5) CHATRAPATI SHIVAJI MAHARAJ TERMINUS
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus a UNESCO world heritage site, symbolic with the city of Mumbai. This extravagant grand edifice is the quintessence of colonial architecture. Makes you wonder about the sheer patience and meticulous craftmanship it must have demanded to yield such a piece of marvel. When you gaze upon the unceasing grandeur of the beautiful domes, polychrome masonry, intricates arches, and extensive embellishments, you are left speechless. Not having a gaze at this famous structure would only leave your journey incomplete.
Mumbai Full day tour, half-day tour, private Jewish heritage tour, Private Mumbai sightseeing by Public Transport all provide a chance to marvel at the sight of this place. The Private Mumbai Night tour is especially more beautiful due to the lighting. These are among the best sightseeing tours in Mumbai.
6) DHOBI GHAT
Be amazed at the sight of the world’s largest outdoor laundry, Dhobi Ghat is a very popular attraction among foreign tourists. Walkthrough the process of over 100,000 cloths being washed each day by over 7000 people. See how are they able to manage this huge influx of washable garments from different parts of the city and what complex system have they devised to counter this problem. Wonder about how can they work so systematically in this chaos. Definitely one of the most famous places in Mumbai.
Ready to get lost in the maze of hanging clothes? Then take a full day or even a half-day tour by any public or private local guide.
7) COLABA MARKET AND CRAWFORD MARKET
It’s time for some crazy amount of shopping with some high bargaining (if you’ve got the skill for it) and the best places to buy souvenirs for friends back at home. Have an encounter with the infamous quote of “yaha sab kuch milega” (everything is available here) vendors in Colaba Causeway or go through the historic buildings and the busy roads of Crawford market.
These are quite famous tourist places in Mumbai. Make sure to hire a guide or join a Mumbai full-day or half-day tour for its very easy to get lost in the crowds of the market place.
8) RAJABAI TOWER
A world heritage site and a part of the Victorian and Art Deco Ensemble of Mumbai, the Rajabai Tower. A near-contemporary to the Big Ben tower located in London, its design has a confluence of Venetian and Gothic styles. This is a truly remarkable piece of architecture and a well-known tourist destination too. You can cross paths with this place on your Mumbai city full day or half-day tour, for this place is also one of the sites in their itinerary.
9) SIDDHI VINAYAK TEMPLE
Commence your trip to India (or Mumbai) by getting benedictions through the morning prayers at the temple of Siddhi Vinayak. It’s among the most famous places in Mumbai. Even the biggest Bollywood stars come here to seek blessings of Lord Ganesha. Embellished with intricate carvings and gold-plated statues which makes this temple one of the richest temples all across India.
Be sure to pay your respects to Ganesha during your full-day tour of Mumbai.
10) ELEPHANTA CAVES
Delve into the rich and profound heritage of India through a journey to Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO world heritage site. This site is chiefly dedicated to the creator, destroyer and the preserver of the universe, Lord Shiva (Hindu beliefs). Some most intricate ornamentation interlaced with delicate carvings that demonstrates syncretism of Hindu and Buddhist ideas. There’s a vast and intensive network of caves spread across the entire domain. This is truly one of the best places to visit near Mumbai.
A must visit the site which can be a part of your Elephanta Caves tour. A day is also dedicated to exploring this place in the 3-days Tour with Bollywood Studio.
11) SANJAY GANDHI NATIONAL PARK
Sanjay Gandhi National Park, an ideal place to flee from the commotion and the ruckus of the main city and slip into the tranquillity of nature. Wedged between the two suburbs of Thane and Mumbai, this place is consoling to the ones seeking a moment of peace. Immerse yourself into the ethereal beauty of the lush profusion of verdure. Home to more than 1300 species of flora and more than 500 species of Fauna, this is one of Asia’s most visited National Parks. explore this beautiful place on your Kanheri Caves Tour.
12) KANHERI CAVES
Have a peek into the history of Buddhism dating back to the 1st century CE, in the massive caves of Kanheri. Positioned on the hillside and can be accessed via rock-cut steps. These caves have a plenitude of detailed inscriptions, rustic murals, Buddhist sculptures and relief carvings. It’s among the most revered pieces of history and you’ll develop a great level of admiration for the craftsmen associated with constructing these caves.
Have an expert guide to escort you through the vast caves and brief you on the stories related to it. Kanheri Caves tour is the best option for you.
13) BOLLYWOOD STUDIO
The City of Mumbai is most associated with the Hindi Cinema industry commonly known as Bollywood. It would be a shame if you didn’t get to experience the industry that is responsible for entertaining more than 1.2 billion people. Move your hips to the beats of the most well-renowned Bollywood songs, Goa tour of the costume galleries and Bollywood museums and have a special insight on the amount of work that goes into making a decent movie. And finally, have an exclusive ride past the homes of famous Bollywood stars.
Have a taste of the craze for Bollywood in your dedicated Bollywood Studio tour. Or make this a part of your 3-day Mumbai tour or Private Bollywood tour with Mumbai sightseeing.
14) KARLA BHAJA CAVES
If you seek the mystery of caves, be sure to visit Karla and Bhaja Caves, a very famous tourist site of Mumbai. Get a buzz out the exploring the dark Rock-cut caves in Lonavala. Explore the walls and carvings excavated nearly 1000 years ago. Make sure to get a guide for having a more profound perception of these colossal caves. Wander these vast caves in your tour of Karla Bhaja Caves with Expert Guide. This is truly among the best places to visit near Mumbai.
15) STREET FOOD OF MUMBAI
Mumbai city is well known across all over India for having the most delectable and mouthwatering street foods. If you haven’t tasted the street food of Mumbai, you certainly have a lot to live for. Pamper your taste buds with the delicious Vada Pav, Misal Pav, Pav Bhaji, Bhelpuri, Falooda and the list goes on and on and on. A perfect consolidation of sweet, sour and spicy. The mere smell is enough to make you find solace. This is hands down one of the best things to do in Mumbai.
Enjoy the most famous street foods all across Mumbai via train ride in the Mumbai Street Food tour.
Wow! What an amazing place! There is so much to see and do in Mumbai, I’d love to experience it someday. This is such a brilliant guide which covers so much. Thank you for sharing