Begin with a hearty, budget-friendly breakfast at Cafe Mondegar or Leopold Cafe in Colaba, enjoying bun maska and cutting chai while planning the morning walk.
Stroll along the waterfront to Gateway of India for photos and the cool morning sea breeze; pick up a quick street-side corn or roasted peanut snack from vendors nearby.
Head to Colaba Causeway for budget shopping-browse stalls for souvenirs, scarves, and trinkets, and stop at A1 Book Stall or local kiosks for affordable finds.
Visit the nearby Bombay Natural History Society (BNHS) area and walk toward Kala Ghoda; pause for a quick filter coffee at Kala Ghoda Cafe before exploring art galleries.
Explore the Kala Ghoda art district-pop into a couple of small galleries like Jehangir Art Gallery (entry fee low/optional) and enjoy the street art and heritage architecture.
Take a short walk to Flora Fountain and grab a budget lunch snack or light meal at Cafe Basilico or a local dhaba-style eatery in Fort to recharge before afternoon plans.
Walk south toward Crawford Market (Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Mandai) and browse affordable spices, dry fruits, and household goods; pick up a fresh fruit chaat or a falooda from a nearby stall for a cooling snack.
Head to Khau Galli / Mohammed Ali Road-style budget eats near the market and try a plate of vada pav or pav bhaji at a popular local stall like Aaram Vada Pav for an economical, filling lunch.
Walk over to David Sassoon Library & Reading Room area and admire the Victorian Gothic architecture while enjoying a cheap chai at a street-side tea stall; great spot for a short rest and people-watching.
Visit the historic Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) exterior for photos and then stroll toward Jehangir Art Gallery area to explore smaller galleries and bookshops with low or no entry fees.
Take a tram or short taxi to Marine Drive and walk along the promenade; stop at a pavement vendor for roasted peanuts or bhel puri and enjoy the sea views as the light softens.
Continue west along the promenade to Girgaum Chowpatty; sample budget-friendly street snacks like pav bhaji, corn on the cob, or kulfi from well-known stalls and watch the sunset over the Arabian Sea.
Head back toward Colaba via local bus or taxi and pause for a relaxed budget dinner at Cafe Mondegar's sister cafés or Bademiya (takeaway rolls) for an affordable, iconic Mumbai kebab experience.
Take a relaxed walk through Colaba Causeway bazaars as shops light up; pop into small stalls for inexpensive souvenirs or street snacks and enjoy the lively evening atmosphere.
Savour an affordable, iconic Mumbai dinner at Bademiya (takeaway rolls) or grab a budget-friendly thali at Britannia & Co. (cash-friendly options if available) for a hearty local meal.
Head to Leopold Cafe or Cafe Mondegar for a casual drink or cutting chai if you prefer non-alcoholic; soak up the Colaba nightlife and street music without splurging.
Stroll to the nearby Gateway of India to see it illuminated at night and enjoy the cooler sea breeze; vendors sometimes offer inexpensive chai or snacks while you linger.
If you're up for a late sweet treat, stop at a local stall for kulfi or falooda near Girgaum Chowpatty or pick up samosas and chai from a trusted street vendor before heading back to your budget accommodation.
Begin with a budget-friendly breakfast at Candies, Bandra-grab a masala omelette or bun maska and a cutting chai while watching the neighborhood wake up.
Walk off breakfast along Bandra Bandstand Promenade, enjoy sea views and a peaceful stroll past the statues and murals; pop into a pavement vendor for fresh coconut water if you like.
Explore the nearby Bandra Street Art lanes-snap photos of vivid murals and stop at Pali Hill Cafe for a quick filter coffee or a cheap snack while you browse.
Head to Bandra Link Market to hunt for affordable clothing, accessories, and quirky souvenirs; sample street-side chaat from a stall like the popular local bhel puri vendor.
Make your way to Carter Road and enjoy a relaxed walk along the promenade, stopping at The Nutcracker or a local bakery for an inexpensive pastry and a second coffee if needed.
Take a short local transport ride to Juhu Beach; stroll the sands, try roadside snacks like pav bhaji or bhutta from the beach vendors, and watch local life unfold.
Finish the morning with a budget lunch option near Juhu-grab a plate of dosas or a thali at Prasads or a nearby dhaba-style eatery before the afternoon activities.
Walk from your lunch spot toward Hari Niwas or nearby local bakeries for a quick sweet or bun; relax on a bench and watch the neighborhood rhythm while sipping a chai from a street vendor.
Explore Hill Road's budget clothing and accessory shops-hunt for affordable tees and sunglasses, and stop by Linking Road stalls for bargain haggling if you want more variety.
Take a short auto or local bus to Mount Mary Church area; enjoy the quiet gardens and the view, then sample an inexpensive ice cream from a nearby vendor to cool off.
Head to Carter Road Social area and try street-side refreshments-grab a mango shake or fresh fruit chaat from a popular stall and soak in the promenade views and local life.
Visit Bandstand Fort (the Bandra Fort walkway) for seaside vistas and photo ops of the skyline; pick up a roasted corn or bhel puri from a vendor as you walk the promenade.
Return toward Bandra Station and duck into Candies or Pali Village Cafe for an affordable snack and people-watching; this is a good brief rest before evening market browsing.
Stroll through the evening buzz of Bandra Link Market again to catch stalls that open later-search for unique handicrafts, inexpensive jewelry, and street-food counters for quick bites.
Make your way to Juhu Beach to join locals at dusk-enjoy sunset views, try a plate of pav bhaji or a falooda from a well-known beach vendor, and soak in the lively atmosphere without overspending.
For an affordable dinner, head to Prasads or a nearby budget-friendly dhaba for dosas or a thali; alternatively grab a takeaway from a popular local stall and dine on the beach if weather permits.
Head to Carter Road promenade to enjoy the sea breeze and pick up a mango shake or fresh fruit chaat from a popular stall while watching locals unwind.
Grab an affordable dinner at Gadda Da Vida (casual options nearby) or choose a budget-friendly plate at a nearby dhaba-style eatery like Anand Stall for quick kebabs or grilled rolls.
Wander down Hill Road to browse late-evening street stalls for inexpensive accessories and enjoy a street-side dessert such as kulfi or falooda from a well-known vendor.
Stop by Candies, Bandra (if still open) or a local bakery for a late-night bun or pastry and a cutting chai while soaking up the neighborhood's nightlife atmosphere.
If you prefer a quieter end, settle on a bench at Bandra Bandstand to gaze at the lit-up skyline and reflect on the day's finds, with vendors often nearby selling roasted peanuts or chai.
Return toward your accommodation and, if you're peckish, pick up a takeaway vada pav or samosa from a trusted street stall for an inexpensive midnight snack.
| Place / Activity | Cost |
|---|---|
| Cafe Mondegar - breakfast (bun maska + cutting chai) | ₹150 |
| Leopold Cafe - alternative breakfast (bun maska + chai) | ₹200 |
| Gateway of India (visit / photos) | Free |
| Street-side corn / roasted peanuts (snack) | ₹40 |
| Colaba Causeway shopping (small souvenirs) | ₹300 |
| A1 Book Stall / local kiosks (small purchase) | ₹200 |
| Kala Ghoda Cafe - filter coffee | ₹80 |
| Jehangir Art Gallery (entry/donation, optional) | Free |
| Kala Ghoda galleries (couple of small galleries, optional) | ₹100 |
| Flora Fountain area - light lunch at Cafe Basilico / local dhaba | ₹250 |
| Crawford Market browsing (fruit chaat / falooda snack) | ₹150 |
| Aaram Vada Pav / vada pav or pav bhaji (budget lunch) | ₹80 |
| David Sassoon Library exterior / chai | ₹30 |
| Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) exterior photos | Free |
| Marine Drive promenade - snack (bhel puri / roasted peanuts) | ₹70 |
| Girgaum Chowpatty snacks (pav bhaji / kulfi) | ₹150 |
| Taxi / local transport (short hops across South Mumbai - per person estimate for day 1) | ₹300 |
| Bademiya (takeaway rolls) - dinner | ₹250 |
| Britannia & Co. (budget thali option - approximate) | ₹400 |
| Leopold Cafe - drink / chai (evening) | ₹200 |
| Kulfi / falooda late-night snack | ₹80 |
| Candies, Bandra - breakfast (masala omelette / bun maska + chai) | ₹200 |
| Bandra Bandstand Promenade (walk) | Free |
| Fresh coconut water (promenade vendor) | ₹60 |
| Bandra street art lanes (photo walk) | Free |
| Pali Hill Cafe - filter coffee | ₹100 |
| Bandra Link Market shopping (small buys) | ₹400 |
| Carter Road pastry / The Nutcracker snack | ₹200 |
| Juhu Beach visit (sandwalk + snacks - pav bhaji / bhutta) | ₹150 |
| Prasads / dhaba lunch (dosa or thali) | ₹250 |
| Hari Niwas / local bakery sweet | ₹80 |
| Hill Road shopping (tees / sunglasses) | ₹300 |
| Mount Mary Church (visit) | Free |
| Ice cream at Mount Mary vendor | ₹60 |
| Carter Road mango shake / fruit chaat | ₹120 |
| Bandstand Fort (photo ops) | Free |
| Candies / Pali Village Cafe snack (evening) | ₹200 |
| Juhu Beach evening snacks (pav bhaji / falooda) | ₹180 |
| Gadda Da Vida / casual nearby dinner (budget option) | ₹400 |
| Anand Stall / dhaba-style kebabs or rolls (late dinner) | ₹200 |
| Late-night bun / pastry at Candies or bakery | ₹80 |
| Local transport (short hops across Bandra/Juhu - per person estimate for day 2) | ₹300 |
| Late-night vada pav / samosa takeaway | ₹40 |
| Estimated Total (per person) | ₹7973 |