The Bombay Story Private Walking Tour in South Mumbai
The Bombay Story Private Walking Tour in South Mumbai
How did seven little islands turn into the mega-city of Mumbai? This 2-hour walk explores hidden histories and stories of the city; from the dark trade that built the city, to the gritty merchants who made and lost fortunes here. The walk takes you past iconic colonial-era buildings - from Gothic revival to Indo saracenic.
You'll see what those architectural styles mean and uncover fascinating stories behind these magnificent structures. The walk starts near the Gateway of India and ends near Horniman circle.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Gateway of India
We begin the tour at the Gateway of India.
10 minutesThe Taj Mahal Palace
Some of the most influential women and men of the last 200 years have stayed at this iconic hotel. We'll hear all about them, and about how this hotel was built in the first place.
Regal Cinema
This art-deco cinema theatre was the place to be for all things movie related in the mid-1900s. It hosted all the Bollywood greats, and rarely ran to anything less than a full house.
5 minutesWellington Fountain
We stop to take a look at the colonial-era, stone fountain built to honour the famous Duke of Wellington.
5 minutesElphinstone College
We stop outside this college, an excellent example of Gothic Revival architecture in the city.
5 minutesJehangir Art Gallery
We pass by the Jehangir Art gallery which was built in the 1950s, and was the hub for modern art in Mumbai.
5 minutesKala Ghoda Art Precinct
The Kala Ghoda Art precinct houses a statue with an interesting story behind it.
5 minutesWatson's Hotel
We stop outside this hotel which was one of the swankiest hotel in Bombay in the late 1800s.
5 minutesRajabai Clock Tower
We stop outside the Fort campus of the University of Mumbai, to take a look at the beautiful Rajabai Clock Tower.
5 minutesBombay High Court
We pass by this grand building which is one of the oldest high courts in India.
5 minutesBombay House
We pass by this magnificent four-storey mansion that is the head office of the Tata group.
5 minutesFlora Fountain
We stop at this beautiful, recently-restored water fountain that features Flora, the Roman Goddess of Spring.
5 minutesState Bank of India
We pass by this building that came up in the early 1900s.
Horniman Circle Garden
We pass by this small garden that played big role in the making of modern Bombay.
5 minutesSt. Thomas Cathedral Mumbai
We finish the tour at the 16th century St. Thomas Church, built by the British.
10 minutesIncluded
- Guide
- Bottled water - Bottles water or soft drink
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Camera tickets at monuments (if applies)
- Gratuities
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.