One Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Mumbai

  1. 9:00AM: Gate of India
    Located in South Mumbai

    Start your day off with the iconic Gateway of India. A symbol of Mumbai’s rich history, the towering archway stands tall against the backdrop of the Arabian Sea. Take a boat ride to Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO-listed site, located on an island east of Mumbai.

  2. 11:00AM: Prince of Wales Museum
    10 minutes (2.9km) from Gateway of India

    Also known as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, this museum has an overwhelming collection of art, artifacts and natural history exhibits reflecting India's history and culture. The museum houses over 60,000 exhibits and has sections dedicated to art, archaeology and natural history of India.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at Shree Thaker Bhojanalay
    11 minutes (2.9km) from Prince of Wales Museum

    Situated in the heart of Mumbai, this traditional Gujarati thali spot attracts visitors from all over the world. Here, you can experience a wide variety of authentic vegetarian dishes that are served all-you-can-eat style in typical Maharashtrian style.

  4. 3:00PM: Nehru Science Centre
    18 minutes (6.7km) from Shree Thaker Bhojanalay

    Nehru Science Centre is an interactive museum with over 500 hands-on science exhibits based on various themes such as Light, Sound, Kinematics, Mechanics, Transport, etc. It also has a dome-shaped theatre, the first of its kind in India. The centre is dedicated to popularizing science and spreading the interest of knowledge among people of all ages, especially young students.

  5. 5:00PM: Juhu Beach
    30 minutes (9.5km) from Nehru Science Centre

    End your day with a relaxing sunset walk along Mumbai’s famous Juhu beach, which is lined with street food stalls and various restaurants. People come to the beach to witness the beautiful sunsets, take a stroll and let kids play around in the sand or indulge in street food.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Gateway of India (2 hours, Free)
  • Prince of Wales Museum (2 hours, INR 70 per head)
  • Shree Thaker Bhojanalay (1 hour, INR 600 for 2 people)
  • Nehru Science Centre (2 hours, INR 40 per head)
  • Juhu Beach (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 750

Useful Tips

To make the most of your day, we recommend using local transportation such as taxis, metros, or trains, which will help you save time and make your trip more convenient. As a family-friendly city, Mumbai offers an array of places and activities that cater to children of all ages. If you have a little more time, we suggest visiting Haji Ali Darga, Worli Sea face, or Chor Bazaar for a traditional shopping experience. If you have less time, you might want to skip the Prince of Wales museum or Nehru Science Centre, or shorten your time at Juhu beach to catch a flight.

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