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2-Day Mumbai Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Gateway of India
    20 minutes (6 km) from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

    In the morning, visit the iconic Gateway of India, built during British Raj to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. Take a boat ride to Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to see the ancient rock-cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Have lunch at Leopold Cafe, a historic restaurant that has been serving Mumbai since 1871. In the afternoon, explore the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire its Victorian Gothic architecture. End the day by watching the sunset at Marine Drive.

  2. Day 2: Colaba Causeway
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Gateway of India

    In the morning, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, now known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, to see the diverse collection of art, artifacts, and natural history exhibits. Have lunch at Bademiya, a famous street food joint in Colaba. In the afternoon, shop at Colaba Causeway, a popular street market for handicrafts, accessories, and clothes. In the evening, watch a Bollywood movie at Regal Cinema, a historic movie theatre that opened in 1933.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on visiting the Haji Ali Dargah, a mosque and tomb located in the Arabian Sea. You can also take a day trip to the nearby Elephanta Island to see more ancient cave temples. If you're interested in history, visit the Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum, where Mahatma Gandhi lived and worked from 1917 to 1934. For a taste of local street food, head to Mohammad Ali Road during Ramadan. Don't forget to try the famous Mumbai vada pav and pav bhaji!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gateway of India (2 hours, free)
  • Elephanta Caves (4-5 hours, INR 1500)
  • Leopold Cafe (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (1 hour, free)
  • Marine Drive (1-2 hours, free)
  • Prince of Wales Museum (2-3 hours, INR 500)
  • Bademiya (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Colaba Causeway (2-3 hours, varies)
  • Regal Cinema (3 hours, INR 250)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3050 (excluding transportation and accommodation)

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