One Day in Mumbai - City Experience

1. 9:00 AM: Gateway of India
   It is located on the waterfront in the Apollo Bunder area of South Mumbai. Built in 1924, it is a basalt arch and the first thing that most visitors see when they arrive in Mumbai. From here, you can take a 20-25 minutes ride to reach Elephanta Caves.
2. 11:00 AM: Elephanta Caves
   These are historical caves located on the Elephanta Island, which can be reached by a ferry ride from the Gateway of India. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site consisting of a collection of cave temples predominantly dedicated to Hindu god Shiva carved between the 5th and 8th centuries.

   Estimated time to stay: 2 and a half hours.

3. 2:00 PM: Shree Siddhivinayak Temple
   A famous temple devoted to Lord Ganesha, located in Prabhadevi. This is one of the richest temples in Mumbai with a gold-plated roof, and the deity's eyes are studded with diamonds. It attracts a lot of visitors every year, so make sure to visit early to avoid long queues.

   Estimated time to stay: 1 and a half hours.

4. 4:00 PM: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
   A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the busiest railway stations in India, also known as Victoria Terminus. Built-in 1887, it's an extraordinary example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture and serves as a historic landmark of Mumbai.
5. 6:00 PM: Marine Drive
   A 3 km long boulevard in South Mumbai, often referred to as "Queen's necklace" because of the way it looks after dark, with lots of street lights resembling a string of pearls. This remains a popular spot for a relaxing evening walk and to watch the sunset.

   Estimated time to stay: 30 minutes.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gateway of India (2 hours, free)
• Elephanta Caves (1.5 hours, ₹250 for Indian adults, ₹10 for Indian children)
• Shree Siddhivinayak Temple (1.5 hours, free)
• Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (30 minutes, free)
• Marine Drive (30 minutes, free)
Total Estimated Costs: ₹260 for Indian adults, ₹10 for Indian children

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can visit other landmarks like the Haji Ali Dargah, Bandra-Worli Sea Link, or explore the local food markets. If you have less time, you can skip the Marine Drive visit which will save 30 minutes. Please note that many places in Mumbai remain closed on Mondays, so make sure to plan accordingly.