Mumbai India 6 Day Itinerary

Mumbai 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Colaba

  • Arrive at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
  • Check-in at a hotel in Colaba (e.g., Taj Mahal Palace, The Oberoi).
  • Visit Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and Haji Ali Dargah.
  • Lunch at Cafe Mondegar or Britannia & Co.
  • Explore the local markets like Crawford Market and Colaba Causeway Market.
  • Dinner at Trishna (for seafood) or Khyber (for North Indian cuisine).

Day 2: South Mumbai Exploration

  • Visit Victoria Terminus (now Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus), Mumba Devi Temple, and Dhobi Ghat.
  • Lunch at Bademiya or Mohammed Ali Road for a variety of street food.
  • Afternoon visit Prince of Wales Museum and Hanging Gardens.
  • Evening at Chattrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of Wales Museum’s new wing).
  • Dinner at Indigo Delicatessen or The Table - A Social Kitchen & Bar.

Day 3: North Mumbai

  • Visit Elephanta Caves by ferry in the morning.
  • Lunch at Jade Garden, Elephanta Island.
  • Return to Mumbai and head to Bandra.
  • Visit Mount Mary Church, Carter Road, and Bandstand Promenade.
  • Dinner at Cafe Leopold or The Little Door (Bandra West).

Day 4: Bandra-Khar

  • Visit Sanjay Gandhi National Park in the morning.
  • Lunch at Sardar Pav Bhaji or Bhaidas for authentic Maharashtrian cuisine.
  • Afternoon, visit RK Studio, Bollywood’s first and largest film studio.
  • Dinner at Pali Hill restaurants like Khar Social or The Tasting Room.

Day 5: Navi Mumbai & Thane

  • Day trip to Navi Mumbai. Visit INS Kolkata (Indian Navy’s most advanced warship), Imagica Water Park, and Drona (an amusement park).
  • Lunch at one of the restaurants in Navi Mumbai.
  • Return to Mumbai in the evening.
  • Dinner at a restaurant in Thane (e.g., The Chophouse, The Little Door - Thane).

Day 6: Departure

  • Spend your last morning shopping for souvenirs or relaxing by the beach.
  • Check-out from the hotel and head to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport for your departure.

Things to Know:

  1. Mumbai’s local transport includes trains, buses, and taxis.
  2. Auto-rickshaws are metered and preferable over private taxis for short distances.
  3. Traffic is heavy in Mumbai, so allow extra travel time.
  4. Be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas like markets and stations.
  5. Indian attire (Kurtas/Salwar Kameez) are more comfortable during the hot season.
  6. Vegetarian meals are widely available across Mumbai.
  7. English is widely spoken, making communication easy for tourists.
  8. Indian rupee (INR) is the local currency. Credit cards and mobile payments are also accepted in most places.
  9. Mumbai’s monsoon season runs from June to September; it’s best to avoid these months if possible.
  10. Always carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated, as tap water is not safe for drinking.

Tips:

  • Try some local street food like vada pav, pani puri, or bhel puri.
  • Explore Mumbai’s vibrant nightlife at places like The Leela Mumbai, Khar Social, or Aer (The Four Seasons Hotel).
  • Take a Dabbawala lunch box service for an authentic Mumbai experience.
  • Visit the Chowpatty Beach during Ganesh Chaturthi festival to witness the grand celebrations.