3-Day City Experiences Itinerary for Mumbai

  1. Day 1: Gateway of India
    10 minutes (2.7 km) from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

    The Gateway of India is an iconic landmark located on the waterfront in South Mumbai. Built in 1924, the monument was originally intended to welcome King George V and Queen Mary to India. The basalt arch, standing 26 metres tall, remains a popular tourist attraction and a starting point for boat rides to the nearby Elephanta Caves.

  2. Day 2: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Crawford Market
    17 minutes (4 km) from the Gateway of India

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the busiest railway stations in India. The Victorian Gothic architecture, stained glass windows and dome-shaped roofs make it an unmissable spot for architecture buffs. A short walk from the station is the Crawford Market, a popular shopping destination for fresh produce, souvenirs, and handicrafts.

  3. Day 3: Colaba Causeway and Bollywood Tour
    4 minutes (1.6 km) from Gateway of India

    Colaba Causeway is a bustling street market, popular for street shopping and food stalls. It’s a great place to pick up some souvenirs before heading to your final stop of the trip - a Bollywood Tour. Mumbai is the home of Bollywood, the Indian film industry, which produces more than 1,000 movies a year. You can take a tour of the major studios, gain a behind-the-scenes look at film production and catch a live shooting of a Bollywood movie.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gateway of India (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (30 minutes, free)
  • Crawford Market (1-2 hours, varies by purchase)
  • Colaba Causeway (2-3 hours, varies by purchase)
  • Bollywood Tour (2-3 hours, INR 3000)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3000

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, a museum that houses several exhibits on Indian history and culture. For food lovers, add a culinary tour of the city to your itinerary.

If you have less time, skip the Crawford Market and visit Marine Drive, a popular promenade on the Arabian Sea.

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