3 Days in Mumbai: Colonial Landmarks, Street Food and the Sea

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πŸ“ Mumbai, IndiaπŸ—“ 3 daysπŸ‘₯ Foodies and city explorers

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3Days
9Stops
3Meal tips
About Β£40-80 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget

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Three days in Mumbai: Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Marine Drive and Elephanta Caves. Avoid the monsoon (June-September).

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Day by day

Iconic Gateway of India captured in striking black and white, showcasing architectural elegance.
1

South Mumbai

09:00

Gateway of India

Harbour arch.

πŸ“ Colaba⏱ 1 hourπŸ’· Free
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10:30

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

Victorian Gothic station.

πŸ“ Fort⏱ 45 minπŸ’· Free
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13:00

Colaba Causeway

Shopping.

πŸ“ Colaba⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· Free
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18:00

Marine Drive sunset

Seaside promenade.

πŸ“ Marine Drive⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· Free
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🍽 Where to eat

dinnerVada pav and pav bhajiMumbai Β· $
Detailed view of the Gateway of India archway in Mumbai, showcasing its architectural grandeur.
2

Elephanta Caves

09:00

Ferry to Elephanta

Rock-cut temples.

πŸ“ Elephanta⏱ 5 hoursπŸ’· ~β‚Ή260 + ferry
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16:00

Dhobi Ghat

Open-air laundry.

πŸ“ Mahalaxmi⏱ 1 hourπŸ’· Free
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🍽 Where to eat

lunchLunchIndian Β· $
🎟 Book ahead for day 2Tickets and tours: Ferry to Elephanta
Low-angle view of the Gateway of India showcasing intricate architectural design in Mumbai.
3

Bandra and markets

10:00

Crawford Market

Spices.

πŸ“ Fort⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· Free
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14:00

Bandra street art

Murals.

πŸ“ Bandra⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· Free
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18:00

Carter Road

Sea walk.

πŸ“ Bandra⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· Free
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🍽 Where to eat

dinnerSeafoodIndian Β· $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 3Tickets and tours: Crawford Market

Good to know

✈️ Getting thereChhatrapati Shivaji Airport is 45 minutes from Colaba.
πŸš† Getting aroundLocal trains, Uber and taxis.
πŸ’· CurrencyIndian rupee (INR).
πŸ—£ LanguageHindi, Marathi and English.

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