A Day in Mumbai: A City Explorer's Itinerary

1. 9:00AM: Gateway of India
   Located in the Apollo Bunder area, Mumbai's iconic Gateway of India is a must-visit attraction for anyone touring the city. This magnificent monument was built to welcome King George V and Queen Mary to India in 1911, and now it overlooks the Arabian Sea.
   Estimated Time Spent: 45 minutes
   Distance from next location: 2 kilometers
2. 10:00AM: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
   A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) is Mumbai's main railway station and an imperial piece of Gothic architecture. Built in 1887, the station serves as a historic symbol of the city's Victorian-era grandeur and is an excellent spot for photography enthusiasts.
   Estimated Time Spent: 1 hour
   Distance from next location: 3 kilometers
3. 12:00PM: Lunch at Britannia & Co. Restaurant
   For lunch, head to Britannia & Co. Restaurant, one of the city's most famous Parsi restaurants. The food here is delicious, and the decor, stuck in a time warp, transports you to the Bombay of years gone by.
   Estimated Time Spent: 1 hour
   Distance from next location: 1 kilometer
4. 2:00PM: Crawford Market
   Crawford Market is one of the most vibrant trade markets in Mumbai and is a heaven for shopaholics. It has a vast array of stores selling everything from vegetables, fruits, to fancy decor items and chocolates.
   Estimated Time Spent: 1.5 hours
   Distance from next location: 5 kilometers
5. 4:00PM: Haji Ali Dargah
   This mosque is located on a tiny isle and is accessible only during low tide via a walkway. A 16th-century Sufi Shrine, and a tomb in memory of an Iranian saint is located here making it one of Mumbai's most remarkable landmarks.
   Estimated Time Spent: 45 minutes
   Distance from next location: 8 kilometers
6. 5:00PM: Bandra Fort
   The Bandra Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1640 and once acted as a vital base for the British troops during World War I. This fort’s location provides an incredible view of the coasts and the surrounding areas, and is a great place to catch a Mumbai sunset.
   Estimated Time Spent: 1 hour

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gateway of India (45 min, free)
• Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (1 hour, free)
• Britannia & Co. Restaurant Lunch (1 hour, INR 1500/2 people)
• Crawford Market (1.5 hours, free)
• Haji Ali Dargah (45 min, free)
• Bandra Fort (1 hour, free)
• Total Estimated Cost: INR 750/person

Useful tips

If you have more time, you may explore other places in Mumbai, such as the Elephanta Caves, Sanjay Gandhi National Park, or Marine Drive. If you have less time, you may want to skip Crawford Market or Bandra Fort or save time by bypassing Bandra and the fort entirely. Always remember to stay hydrated and prefer to use public transportation to avoid traffic snarls in this crowded city.