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7-Day Itinerary for Mumbai in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Gateway of India
    30 minutes (11.5 km) from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

    Start your day at the iconic Gateway of India. Take a morning stroll around the monument and enjoy the sea breeze. Later, go for a ferry ride to Elephanta Caves and take a glimpse of ancient Indian rock-cut architecture. End your day with a street food tour at Chowpatty Beach.

  2. Day 2: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Crawford Market
    30 minutes (3.5 km) from Gateway of India

    Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a beautiful Victorian-Gothic building that stands as a witness to Mumbai's colonial past. Later, explore the Crawford Market, a wholesale market that offers a wide range of fruits, vegetables, and spices. End your day at Marine Drive and witness the sunset.

  3. Day 3: Haji Ali Dargah and Bandra Worli Sea Link
    40 minutes (14 km) from Crawford Market

    Start your day by visiting the Haji Ali Dargah, a beautiful mosque located in the middle of the Arabian Sea. Later, take a ride on the iconic Bandra Worli Sea Link and enjoy the scenic views of the city. End your day at the Bandra Fort and enjoy the sunset.

  4. Day 4: Kanheri Caves and Sanjay Gandhi National Park
    1 hour 20 minutes (33 km) from Bandra Fort

    Head to the Kanheri Caves, a group of rock-cut monuments located deep inside the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Spend your day exploring the caves, which date back to the 1st century BC. End your day with a safari tour at the national park.

  5. Day 5: Siddhivinayak Temple and Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat
    40 minutes (12 km) from Sanjay Gandhi National Park

    Visit the Siddhivinayak Temple, a popular Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Later, take a tour of Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, the largest open-air laundromat in the world. End your day at the Worli Sea Face, a popular promenade that offers a stunning view of the Arabian Sea.

  6. Day 6: Prince of Wales Museum and Jehangir Art Gallery
    30 minutes (6 km) from Worli Sea Face

    Start your day at the Prince of Wales Museum, a beautiful heritage building that houses a vast collection of art, artifacts, and natural history exhibits. Later, visit the Jehangir Art Gallery, a popular art gallery that showcases contemporary Indian art. End your day with a walk around the Kala Ghoda Art Precinct.

  7. Day 7: Elephanta Caves and Colaba Causeway
    45 minutes (15 km) from Kala Ghoda Art Precinct

    End your trip by visiting the Elephanta Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that houses ancient rock-cut temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Later, take a stroll around the Colaba Causeway, a popular shopping street that offers a wide range of handicrafts, souvenirs, and street food.

Recommendations

If you have some extra time, consider taking a day trip to Lonavala and Khandala, two charming hill stations near Mumbai. You can also explore the Kanheri Caves and Sanjay Gandhi National Park on a guided tour. To maximize your fun, try taking a Bollywood tour, where you can get an insight into the bustling Bollywood industry. Don't forget to try some local delicacies like Vada Pav, Pav Bhaji, and Biryani.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gateway of India (2 hours, free)
  • Elephanta Caves ferry ride (5 hours, INR 2000)
  • Chowpatty Beach street food tour (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (1 hour, free)
  • Crawford Market (2 hours, free)
  • Marine Drive (1 hour, free)
  • Haji Ali Dargah (2 hours, free)
  • Bandra Worli Sea Link drive (1 hour, INR 60)
  • Bandra Fort (1 hour, free)
  • Kanheri Caves (4 hours, INR 500)
  • Sanjay Gandhi National Park safari tour (3 hours, INR 600)
  • Siddhivinayak Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat tour (2 hours, INR 400)
  • Worli Sea Face (1 hour, free)
  • Prince of Wales Museum (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Jehangir Art Gallery (1 hour, free)
  • Kala Ghoda Art Precinct (1 hour, free)
  • Elephanta Caves (4 hours, INR 1500)
  • Colaba Causeway street shopping (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 7560
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