One Day Budget Mumbai Food Tour

  • 9:00 AM: Shree Thaker Bhojanalaya
    10 minutes (0.7 km) from Charni Road Station

    Savor authentic Gujarati thali at this iconic no-frills restaurant that has been serving up vegetarian delights since 1945.

  • 11:00 AM: Crawford Market
    15 minutes (3 km) from Shree Thaker Bhojanalaya

    This historic market is a treasure trove of spices, fruits, and vegetables at throwaway prices. Haggle hard!

  • 1:00 PM: Bademiya
    25 minutes (2.9 km) from Crawford Market

    A Mumbai institution, Bademiya is a bustling street-side joint famous for its succulent kebabs and rolls.

  • 3:00 PM: Marine Drive
    10 minutes (3 km) from Bademiya

    Walk off the calories along the iconic Marine Drive promenade which also affords stunning views of the Arabian Sea.

  • 5:00 PM: Haji Ali Dargah
    15 minutes (4 km) from Marine Drive

    Visit the stunning Haji Ali Dargah mosque which is accessible via a narrow causeway from the mainland.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Shree Thaker Bhojanalaya (1 hour, Rs. 300)
  • Crawford Market (2 hours, Rs. 500)
  • Bademiya (2 hours, Rs. 400)
  • Marine Drive (2 hours, Free)
  • Haji Ali Dargah (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 1200

Transportation

You can travel cheaply and easily around Mumbai by taking local trains, BEST buses, or auto-rickshaws. Stick to public transport if possible as traffic can be chaotic and parking is hard to find. Expect to spend around Rs. 100-200 on transportation for the day depending on your starting point and the mode of transport you choose.

Useful tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting the Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves, or Juhu Beach, and budget accordingly. If you have less time, you can skip Haji Ali Dargah or Marine Drive and spend more time exploring other neighborhood markets such as Chor Bazaar or Dadar Market.

Airports

Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) is located in the suburb of Andheri and is around 25 km (15 miles) north of the city center. It is the main gateway to Mumbai and one of the busiest airports in India, serving both domestic and international flights.

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