Mumbai Tourism Tourist Places & Things to Do

Mumbai is India's Arabian Sea metropolis: a financial and film centre built around a historic harbour, colonial-era architecture, dense neighbourhoods, seafront promenades and an energetic food culture.

Mumbai occupies a long, narrow coastal peninsula and adjoining suburbs. South Mumbai, Bandra, the airport districts, Andheri and Navi Mumbai can require substantial travel time despite appearing close on a map.

Choose accommodation near the main purpose of your Mumbai trip and group each day by area. This guide covers attractions, neighbourhoods, weather, transport, food and practical planning without relying on schedules or prices that quickly become outdated.

Mumbai occupies a long, narrow coastal peninsula and adjoining suburbs. South Mumbai, Bandra, the airport districts, Andheri and Navi Mumbai can require substantial travel time despite appearing close on a map.

Mumbai rewards travellers who combine its headline sights with local neighbourhoods and food.

• Landmarks: Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Marine Drive, Elephanta Caves, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Sanjay Gandhi National Park.
• Food: Try vada pav, pav bhaji, bhel puri, Bombay sandwiches, seafood, Irani-café dishes, Maharashtrian meals and Parsi food, choosing clean busy vendors and checking seafood freshness.
• Culture: Ganesh Chaturthi is the city's defining public festival; Diwali, Eid, Christmas, Navratri, Kala Ghoda Arts Festival and film or music events also change crowds and traffic.
• Practical travel: select a stay close to the day's main area to reduce road time.