Highlights of Mumbai - 25 must see tourist landmarks of the city!
Highlights of Mumbai - 25 must see tourist landmarks of the city!
Are you a first time traveler visiting the city of Mumbai? If yes then this tour is just for you. Covering 25 of the top tourist landmarks of Mumbai, this tour quite appropriately takes you through the highlights of colonial Mumbai, passing through the Victoria Terminus station, Kalaghoda art district and Gateway of India amongst others.
We also take you on a cultural joy ride as we meet the Dabbawalas- the logistical wondermen who are known for precisely delivering 2,50,000 'dabbas' or tiffins, to their rightful owners, everyday. The tour also takes you through the Dhobighat- it has the power to make your jaw drop. It is an area where the laundrymen, more popularly known as the Dhobhis, wash the clothes of Mumbai-folks.
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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Gateway of India
The emblem of Mumbai tourism, this victory arch was built to welcome the British Queen to the city, and it’s only befitting to have it as our first stop.
5 minutesThe Taj Mahal Palace
Landmark Hotel that has hosted the likes of Barack Obama, the Beatles and a host of other celebrities in its century old lifetime.
2 minutesRoyal Bombay Yacht Club
One of the oldest clubs in Mumbai, Royal Mumbai Yacht Club was built by John Adams and Charles Stevens and hence quite appropriately is located between Charles and Adams Street.
National Gallery of Modern Art
Government run contemporary art gallery in Mumbai
Wellington Fountain
Wellington Circle- the fountain make to commemorate Duke of Wellington, Sir Arthur Wellesley, who fought Napolean in the battle of Waterloo
5 minutesStatue Of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
An iconic statue of Shivaji Maharaj who was a brave Maratha king who fought against the Mughals.
10 minutesMaharashtra Police Headquarters
Earlier the Mendham's Point- graveyard and also the Alfred Sailors club - The Headquarters has some dexterous work out in by John Lockwood Kipling
Rajabai Clock Tower
The Big Ben of Mumbai, this structure was built by generous donation from Premchand Roychand, a Mumbai based businessman. It still chimes old British tunes once every 15 minutes.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Prince of Wales Museum is the city museum and was christened as Chatrapti Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangralay in 1995. It served as a hospital for the injured soldiers in World War I
10 minutesChhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Possibly the most architectural stunning building in India, Victoria terminus railway station, now CST, sees a record of six hundred and sixty thousand footfalls daily, making it the busiest station in Mumbai. The first train operated in India departed from here in 1853
15 minutesDavid Sassoon Library and Reading Room
We take you to an erstwhile mechanical institute which is now converted into a library that overlooks the famous Kalaghoda area.
10 minutesChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Visit the iconic museum of Mumbai city.
Elphinstone College
The oldest college in Mumbai, whose alumnus includes Lokmanya Tilak, Naoroji and Ambedkar amongst others. Also known to have hosted the University of Mumbai while it was under construction.
Bombay High Court
The Bombay High court was built in the form of a German castle. It was in this court that the jury system was abolished
University of Mumbai Library
Witness the beautiful architecture and the history of this building through the tour.
15 minutesOval Maidan
Walk through this ground which serves as a space for many aspiring cricketers, who practice the game of cricket at Oval Maidan.
10 minutesEsplanade Mansion एस्प्लनेड मँशन
Mumbai's first iron cast building, and a heritage hotel which is well-known to have hosted Mark Twain during his stay in Mumbai, which is now under the threat of being taken down owing to its deteriorating state.
St. Thomas Cathedral Mumbai
Visit the first Anglican church in Bombay and get to know the more about its history and heritage.
15 minutesKala Ghoda Art Precinct
This is the art area of Mumbai. Here, amidst stories of Sassoon and Jewish history, you will hear stories about the Watson Hotel – the first iron cast building in the city that hosted Mark Twain.
25 minutesHorniman Circle Garden
Named after Benjamin Horniman, as a tribute to the editor of the Bombay Chronicle newspaper. Horniman was also known to play a key role in India's freedom struggle.
10 minutesChurchgate Railway Station
Dabbawalas (Shut on weekends) or the 6 sigma workers of Mumbai send over 5, 00, 000 boxes of lunch daily to their rightful owners with extreme precision. Studied by consultants and business schools for the secrets of their proclaimed near-flawless efficiency, the dabbawalas have been feted by British royals (Prince Charles) and titans of industry (Richard Branson) alike. Even FedEx, which supposedly knows something about logistics, has paid them a visit.
15 minutesMarine Drive
Relish the breathtaking view of the sea at Mumbai's Marine drive.
10 minutesHanging Gardens
A breathtaking view of the coastline of Mumbai and the city adjoining.
15 minutesMani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
Get an insight into Gandhi's life- that is beautiful archived in this museum.
20 minutesYazdani Restaurant & Bakery
Stop for a quick bite at this iconic Parsi bakery which serves some amazing bun maska and chai!
20 minutesIncluded
- Hop-on hop-off tour
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Transport by private vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
Not Included
- Additional transport cost for pick-up from suburban Mumbai hotels
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Additional cost for the services of a language guide (besides English)
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- The tour can be cancelled based on the discretion of No Footprints. The partners will be informed in advance of the same
- The Start and End timing can be changed based on the discretion and traffic situations
- The sequence of the tour is at the discretion of No Footprints and its guide on-ground
- The taxes included are currently at 5%
- Children below 10 years of age can do the tour for free of cost
- We do not conduct this tour on the day of the Mumbai Marathon
- For high – end luxury cars, please contact our office
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- 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
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.