10 Days in Mumbai: A Journey of Discovery

Pushkar Bunkar

15 Jan 2024

Join me on an exhilarating 10-day adventure through the vibrant streets of Mumbai. From exploring ancient marvels to indulging in authentic cuisine, this blog will take you on a journey of discovery.

Trip to Mumbai

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Persian Delights and Wildlife Wonders

$18

$ 1

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

44 - 53 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

15 - 22 min

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Historic zoo & botanical garden with a popular penguin exhibit, kids' playground & cafeteria.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 2Coffee, Temples, and Gardens

$36

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Café PRATO & Bar brings the flavours of Italian, Mediterranean and Indian cuisine to the lobby level of the Hotel. High ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows creates a bright, comfortable setting for business meetings and social occasions.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

20 - 29 min

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Entertainment & learning centre featuring shows about space in a domed theatre & stargazing events.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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8 - 10 min

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Famous seaside Hindu temple built in the 18th century with images of 3 goddess & flower stalls.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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12 - 15 min

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Tranquil garden offering views of the Arabian Sea, flowers & hedges sculpted into animal shapes.

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

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Day 3Divine Blessings and Artistic Marvels

$29

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

6 - 9 min

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Dedicated to Ganesha, this grand Hindu temple features an inner gold-plated roof & carved doors.

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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Science museum featuring interactive exhibits for kids & adults, plus seminars, events & lMAX films.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

23 - 28 min

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Also known as Castella de Aguada, this historic Portuguese fort offers rocky pathways & sea views.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Day 4Cafes, Temples, and Art Galleries

$29

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

45 - 54 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

4 - 5 min

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Enduring hillside Hindu temple with ornate exterior carvings & views of the sea.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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18 - 22 min

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Concrete art gallery built in 1952, featuring 7 exhibition spaces of modern artwork.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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10 - 15 min

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A sculpture of the Roman goddess Flora sits atop this prominent fountain built in 1864.

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

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Day 5Farmhouse Retreats and Historic Forts

$25

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

105 - 126 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$10

9 - 14 min

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Ruins of a centuries-old fortress with preserved arches, tunnels & facades, plus scenic views.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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130 - 156 min

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Built to honour Buddha, this Golden pagoda with a massive stone dome features a meditation hall.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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147 - 177 min

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India's oldest aquarium with a wide range of marine & freshwater fish, plus shells, reefs & fossils.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Day 6Nature's Paradise in the City

$20

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

17 - 21 min

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Sprawling, forested park home to the ancient Kanheri Caves, a lion & tiger safari & nature trails.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Day 7Street Food, Markets, and Iconic Landmarks

$21

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

50 - 60 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$18

4 - 5 min

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Hundreds of vendors sell a colorful array of textiles, clothing & more at this popular market.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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15 - 18 min

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Grand, Indo-Saracenic-style, 26m-tall triumphal stone arch, built on the waterfront in 1924.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

118 - 142 min

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This high Gothic Victorian landmark is the centerpiece of the city's suburban train network.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 8Culinary Delights and Historical Treasures

$25

$ 1

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

57 - 69 min

Directions

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

5 - 8 min

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Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya

Grand museum with Indo-Saracenic architecture featuring history exhibits, cultural art & education.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

Day 9Coastal Dining and Aquatic Adventures

$41

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

43 - 52 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$16

117 - 141 min

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Family-friendly water park with a wave pool, lazy river, high-speed slides & kiddie attractions.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$25

Day 10Beachside Bliss and Thrilling Rides

$50

$ 2

Hotelsmart

Depart from your stay 🏨

97 - 117 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$12

26 - 32 min

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Amusement park offering thrill rides & roller coasters, plus kid-friendly rides & play areas.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$38

Budget breakdown: $306 In total

Activities & Food:$291

Transport:$16