Vega Man's 3-Day Itinerary in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Explore Mumbai's Iconic Sights
    15 minutes (5.4 miles) from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

    Begin your day with a visit to the Gateway of India, Mumbai's most iconic monument overlooking the Arabian Sea. Next, head to the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, a grand museum housing a vast collection of art and artifacts from ancient India. From there, visit the famous Marine Drive, also known as the Queen's Necklace, and take a leisurely walk along the promenade. End your day with a visit to the Siddhivinayak Temple, a popular Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha.

  2. Day 2: Discover the Street Food Scene
    20 minutes (4.6 miles) from Siddhivinayak Temple

    Start your day at the Crawford Market, one of Mumbai's oldest markets, and indulge in some mouth-watering street food like vada pav, pav bhaji, and bhel puri. Move on to the Haji Ali Dargah, a mosque and tomb located on an islet off the coast of Worli. Afterward, visit the Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, an open-air laundromat where clothes are washed and dried in the traditional way. End your day with a visit to the famous Juhu Beach, where you can enjoy a sunset view and more street food, like Pav Bhaji and Pani Puri.

  3. Day 3: Explore the City's Green Spaces
    25 minutes (7.5 miles) from Juhu Beach

    Begin your day by visiting the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, a lush green forest reserve located within the city limits. Here you can explore the park on a safari, visit the Kanheri Caves, or trek along its many trails. Afterward, head to the Powai Lake, a serene lake surrounded by hills and gardens. Next, visit the Elephanta Caves, located on an island off the coast of Mumbai, and marvel at the ancient rock-cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. End your day with a visit to the Bandra Fort, a historic fort offering stunning views of the Arabian Sea and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gateway of India (1-2 hours, free)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (2-3 hours, INR 100 for Indian nationals, INR 500 for foreigners)
  • Marine Drive (1-2 hours, free)
  • Siddhivinayak Temple (1-2 hours, free)
  • Crawford Market (1-2 hours, cost varies)
  • Haji Ali Dargah (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat (1-2 hours, free)
  • Juhu Beach (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sanjay Gandhi National Park (2-3 hours, INR 58 for Indians, INR 218 for foreigners)
  • Powai Lake (1-2 hours, free)
  • Elephanta Caves (2-3 hours, INR 40 for Indians, INR 600 for foreigners)
  • Bandra Fort (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 758 for Indians, INR 1818 for foreigners
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