Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary for Mumbai

1. Day 1: Gateway of India
   25 minutes (10.3 km) from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

   Visit the historic arch monument and take a ferry to Elephanta Caves.

2. Day 2: Nehru Science Centre
   20 minutes (8.7 km) from Gateway of India

   Interactive science exhibits for kids and a planetarium.

3. Day 3: Hanging Gardens of Mumbai
   20 minutes (7.4 km) from Nehru Science Centre

   Walk through the terraced gardens and enjoy scenic views of the city.

4. Day 4: Chor Bazaar
   30 minutes (11.2 km) from Hanging Gardens of Mumbai

   Explore this famous market for antique items, Bollywood posters and souvenirs.

5. Day 5: Hedavde Mahalaxmi Temple
   45 minutes (18 km) from Chor Bazaar

   Ancient temple in the heart of the city which is perfect for a spiritual escape

6. Day 6: KidZania Mumbai
   25 minutes (10.9 km) from Hedavde Mahalaxmi Temple

   A role-playing theme park for children to learn about different professions.

7. Day 7: Juhu Beach
   45 minutes (15 km) from KidZania Mumbai

   Enjoy street food and a leisurely walk at this popular beach.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Gateway of India (1-2 hours, free)
• Nehru Science Centre (2-3 hours, INR 100 for adults and INR 30 for children)
• Hanging Gardens of Mumbai (1-2 hours, free)
• Chor Bazaar (2-3 hours, varies)
• Hedavde Mahalaxmi Temple (1-2 hours, free)
• KidZania Mumbai (3-4 hours, INR 899 for children and INR 599 for adults)
• Juhu Beach (2-3 hours, free)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 1628 to INR 1698 per person

Useful Tips

For an extended trip, take a side trip to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, which is home to a mini wildlife sanctuary and includes trekking trails. On a shorter trip, you can subtract places like Hedavde Mahalaxmi Temple or Chor Bazaar, especially if you plan to visit more beaches.