Family-Friendly 4-Day Itinerary for Mumbai

  1. Day 1: Gateway of India
    Located in the south of Mumbai
    Time and Distance from the airport: 1 hour (30 km)

    Begin your trip to Mumbai by visiting the iconic Gateway of India. Taking a ferry to visit the Elephanta Caves is a popular attraction here. After lunch, visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, an UNESCO World Heritage Site. End your day by taking a selfie at the renowned Bandra-Worli Sea Link bridge at sunset.

  2. Day 2: EsselWorld and Gorai Beach
    Located in the northern suburbs of Mumbai
    Time and Distance from previous location: 1 hour (24 km)

    Spend your day at EsselWorld, a popular amusement park that features roller coasters, water rides, and exciting attractions for the whole family. Afterward, head to Gorai Beach, a clean and serene beach near EsselWorld, to watch the sunset and enjoy some street food.

  3. Day 3: Sanjay Gandhi National Park and Haji Ali Dargah
    Located in the north and south of Mumbai
    Time and Distance from previous location: 1 hour 30 minutes (40 km)

    Explore the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, which houses many species of animals, birds, reptiles, and a botanical garden. Next, visit the Haji Ali Dargah, a mausoleum and mosque located in the middle of the Arabian Sea. Enjoy a leisurely evening walk on the nearby Marine Drive.

  4. Day 4: Elephanta Caves and Juhu Beach
    Located in the south and north of Mumbai
    Time and Distance from previous location: 1 hour 30 minutes (45 km)

    Today, make your way to the Elephanta Caves by ferry from the Gateway of India, located on Elephant Island. These ancient caves are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and consist of mesmerizing carved stone sculptures and artworks. End your day by relaxing and watching the sunset at the Juhu Beach, famous for its alluring view and street food.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gateway of India (2 hours, Free)
  • Elephanta Caves (3 hours, INR 250)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (1 hour, Free)
  • Bandra-Worli Sea Link (30 min, Free)
  • EsselWorld (4 hours, INR 999)
  • Gorai Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Sanjay Gandhi National Park (4 hours, INR 70)
  • Haji Ali Dargah (2 hours, Free)
  • Juhu Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1319 per person

Useful Tips

If you have extra days, you can add Siddhivinayak Temple and Mount Mary Church to your itinerary. These holy places are famous for their religious significance and architectural beauty. If time is limited, you can remove Gorai Beach and Juhu beach and add Mumbai's most famous Street markets such as Colaba Causeway and Linking Road for some local shopping.

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