Mumbai

“Mumbai is a bustling metropolis where the spirit of resilience thrives; its streets echo with the dreams of millions, and its diverse culture shapes a unique narrative. With a blend of history, chaos, and creativity, Mumbai offers an exhilarating experience that reflects the heart and soul of India.”

🇮🇳

Currency

Indian Rupee (INR) ₹

Best Time

October to February

Population

20 million

Weather °C

27.2

Mumbai is a city where the old and new coexist in perfect harmony, from its historic bazaars to its cutting-edge malls. The hustle and bustle are matched only by its vibrant nightlife, making it a global hub for both business and pleasure. The city’s street food is legendary, with dishes like Vada Pav and Pani Puri being some of the most iconic snacks. While Bollywood dominates the entertainment scene, the city is also home to rich cultural traditions, making it a true melting pot of art, food, and fashion. With iconic sites like Marine Drive and the Gateway of India, Mumbai offers a stunning view of the Arabian Sea. Mumbai is a city that never sleeps—its markets, restaurants, and nightlife hum with life at all hours of the day and night.
State

Maharashtra

Year

1507

Airport

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)

Cost of Living (10)

5

Places to See

⛩️
Gateway Of India Mumbai
Historical Landmark
Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
4.9
Free (entry)
Open all day
Stands guard facing the Arabian Sea at Apollo Bunder in bustling Colaba area of Mumbai.
https://mumbaicity.gov.in/tourist-place/gateway-of-india/
🖼️
Jehangir Art Gallery
Art & Culture
161B, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
4.5
50-100
11AM to 7PM
Hub for artists and exhibitions
Vibe:
Contemporary, Elegant
Tip:
Art exhibits, Creative showcases
Get To:
Churchgate Station
Famous gallery hosting exhibitions featuring top Indian artists
https://jehangirartgallery.com/
🏏
Churchgate
Historical Landmark
Maharshi Karve Rd, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020, India
4.5
N/A
Open all day
known for sports grounds like the vast Oval Maidan, popular for casual games of cricket, and nearby 1930s Brabourne Stadium, which hosts formal matches.
https://wr.indianrailways.gov.in/
Must Visit:

Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves

Mumbai’s dabbawalas are world-famous for their precision in delivering lunchboxes across the city every day.

Places to Eat

🍛
Mirchi and Mime
Social Impact
Trans Ocean House, Lake Blvd Rd, Hiranandani Gardens, MHADA Colony 19, Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400076, India
4.6
1500-3000
11AM to 11PM
Indian restaurant with a good cause towards the auditory impaired 💯
http://mirchiandmime.com/
🍝
$ The Sassy Spoon
Fusion Bistro
Express Towers, Plot A, Ground Floor, Ramnath Goenka Marg, next to HDFC Bank, Nariman Point, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400021, India
4.6
600-1200
11AM to 11PM
Known for creative and innovative dishes
Vibe:
Chic, stylish
Get To:
Accessible from Marine Lines Station
Tip:
Asian sliders, sassy cocktails
Chic restaurant serving a Continental and European kitchen
Koinonia Coffee Roasters
Specialty Coffee Shop
66, Chuim Village Rd, Khar, Chuim Village, Danda, Khar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400052, India
4.6
200-400
11AM to 11PM
Focuses on ethically sourced single-origin coffee
Vibe:
Warm, inviting
Get To:
Nearby local bus routes
Tip:
Cold brew, coffee beans
Independent brewery offering a venue for conversation
🥧
La Folie Patisserie
Dessert Café
No. 16, Commerce House, Rope Walk Lane Next to Trishna Restaurant, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
4.6
500-1500
11AM to 11PM
Stylish patisserie specializing in artisanal sweets
Vibe:
Quaint, French-inspired
Get To:
Churchgate Station
Tip:
Pastries, Croissants
French pastry shop serving great coffee, cakes and desserts
🍣
Koko
Bar & Lounge
C Wing, Trade World, Kamala Mills Compound, Ground Floor, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013, India
4.6
3000-5000
12 to 4:30PM | 7PM to 1AM
Popular nightlife destination
Vibe:
Trendy, Upscale
Get To:
Lower Parel Station
Tip:
Asian-inspired cocktails
Upscale restaurant serving sushi and dumplings with vegetarian options
🥗
The Yoga House
Wellness Café
Nargis Villa/Water Bungalow, Sherly Rajan Rd, D Block, Railway Colony, Shirley, Bandra (W), Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India
4.6
1000-2000
11AM to 11PM
Yoga classes alongside a healthy café
Vibe:
Serene, Health-conscious
Get To:
Bandra Station
Tip:
Smoothie bowls, Vegan cakes
Quaint café on Carter Road serving healthy meals and yoga lessons
🥘
$ Romano’s
Fine Dining Italian
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport Area, Vile Parle, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400099, India
4.5
1000-2000
11AM to 11PM
Romantic, refined setting with authentic Italian
Vibe:
Upscale, elegant
Get To:
Close to Western Railway Station
Tip:
Fresh pasta, tiramisu
Upscale Italian gourmet restaurant with great ambiance and lighting
🍗
Bademiya
Street Food
Tulloch Rd, Behind Hotel Taj Mahal, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400039, India
4.4
200-500
12PM to 12AM
Late-night street food spot
Vibe:
Bustling, Authentic
Get To:
CST Station
Tip:
Kebabs, Rolls
Street food restaurant serving paneer, butter chicken rolls, and kebabs.
🍜
$ San Qi
Pan-Asian
136, Dr E Moses Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Upper Worli, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400018, India
4.4
5000-8000
11AM to 11PM
Pan-Asian Experience
Vibe:
Vibrant, Energetic
Get To:
Near Worli Sea Face
Tip:
Sushi, Dim Sum, Tandoor
Cosy Pan-Asian restaurant serving Chinese, Japanese and Thai cuisine
Must Try:

Vada Pav, Biryani, Pav Bhaji, Pani Puri

Places to Drink

🍜
China House
Luxury Restaurant
Sector 16, New Panvel East, Panvel, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 410206, India
4.7
1200-2500
10:30AM to 11:45PM
Cocktail lounge with a dance area serving Chinese dishes and electronic
http://zoma.to/r/19124286
🎸
Kitty Su
Nightclub
Ground Floor The LaLit Mumbai, Airport Rd, Navpada, Marol, Andheri East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400059, India
4.7
3,000 - 5,000
10PM to 3AM
International DJ performances, VIP experience
Vibe:
Luxurious, High-energy
Get To:
Closest station: Airport Road
Tip:
Cocktails, Small bites
Nightclub at the Lalit with electronic music events featuring famous DJs
🍸
Aer
Rooftop Lounge
1/136, 34th Floor, Dr E Moses Rd, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400018, India
4.6
1000-3000
5PM to 1AM
Upscale open-air rooftop bar serving cocktails and tapas at the Four Seasons 💯
https://www.fourseasons.com/mumbai/dining/lounges/aer/?seo=google_local_mum3_apac
🪴
Su Casa
Fine Dining
KC Marg, near Bombay Art Gallery, General Arunkumar Vaidya Nagar, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India
4.6
2,000 - 3,000
12PM to 1:30AM
Bar club with great plant decor offering tunes while catching up with friends 💯
https://www.facebook.com/SuCasaMumbai/
🎷
Tamasha
Themed Bar
602, Samarth Vaibhav, Millat Circle, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400102, India
4.5
2,000 - 3,500
10AM to 10PM
Bollywood inspired bar playing retro music with a decent crowd turnup
http://www.facebook.com/tamaashatheatre
🏙️
Asilo
Rooftop Bar
Level 37, 462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013, India
4.5
1500-3500
5 to 11PM
Exclusive open-air rooftop bar and club offering views over Mumbai's skyline
http://www.jsmcorp.in/
🍺
Opa
Lounge
Peninsula Grand Hotel, Lokmanya Tilak Nagar, Saki Naka, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400072, India
4.4
800-1800
3PM to 1:30AM
Exclusive Bar and lounge with a mediterranean influence also serving sheesha
http://www.peninsulagrand.com/
🧆
Escobar
Rooftop Bar
VN Sphere Mall, 199, Linking Rd, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India
4.4
1,500 - 2,500
7:30AM to 1:30AM
Tapas bar offering a perfect spot to unwind after a workday with a view
http://escobar.in/
🍹
Social
Work-Friendly Café
F31 Plot No. 39, Inorbit Mall, 1, Palm Beach Rd, opp. Vashi, Sector 30A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400705, India
4.3
500-1200
10AM to 11:30PM
Dual-purpose space for work and parties
Vibe:
Casual, Creative
Get To:
Closest station: Bandra
Tip:
Breakfast platters, Cocktails
Trendy cafe and bar chain serving unique cocktails and quirky food dishes
Music / Dance:

Bollywood, Indian Classical, Lavani, Garba

Places to Network

Key Industries:

Film, Finance, Textiles

Mumbai

“Mumbai is the result of seven islands on the Konkan coastline that joined over time. The city’s eclectic nature is symbolized with the presence of the globally influential Bollywood film industry. Mumbai is truly an Indian cosmopolitan city with a sense of busyness that never sleeps. ”

Places to Shop

🛒
Palladium
Shopping Mall
462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400013, India
4.7
Mid-range to luxury
11AM to 10PM
High-end shopping destination with luxury brands
Vibe:
Luxury, Elegant
Get To:
Nearby Railway & Metro Stations
Tip:
Designer Brands, Food Court
Large shopping mall featuring luxury brands and many restaurants
🍶
Nicobar
Fashion & Lifestyle
IO, Saibaba Rd, Above, Kala Ghoda, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
4.6
2,000 - 5,000
11AM to 6PM
Designer studio with a lovely collection of apparel and homeware
R City Mall, S-51B, II, Lal Bahadur Shastri Rd, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400086, India
4.6
₹500 - ₹10,000 (per item)
10 AM - 9 PM
India's largest private platform for products that are made from traditional techniques, skills and hand-based processes.
14-A,Asiad Plaza,Ground Floor,Station Road, Swami Vivekananda Rd, Santacruz West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400054, India
4.5
₹2,000 - ₹50,000 (per item)
11 AM - 9 PM
offers you timeless ethnic outfits including Kurtas, Kurta Sets, Sherwanis, Indo-Westerns, Jackets, Kurta Jacket Sets, Sarees, Lehengas and more
🎞️
Phoenix Market City
Shopping Mall
Junction, LBS Marg, Patelwadi.Kurla, Kamani, Kurla West, Kurla, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400070, India
4.5
Mid-range to luxury
11AM to 9PM
Large shopping mall with cinemas, food courts and bowling
A-12, No 8, 5th Cross Rd, Model Town Society, Gulmohar Road, MHADA Colony, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049, India
4
2,000 - 10,000
10AM to 6PM
Home decor store offering locally sourced handicrafts

Luxury

🍹
Dome
Rooftop Lounge
Colaba Workshop Building, Jamshedji Bunder, Lala Nigam Road, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400005, India
4.5
2,000 - 3,500
9AM to 7PM
Panoramic sea view
Vibe:
Lively, Sophisticated
Get To:
Marine Drive Station
Tip:
Cocktails, Sunset Views
Open-air cocktail lounge with a spectacular view over Marine Drive
🛥️
Yacht Charter
Luxury Experience
504, Regus Business Centre,, Mafatlal House, H.T.Parekh Marg,, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020, India
4.8
20,000 - 50,000
11AM to 11PM
Message us on the bottom right for more information about this
🥘
Indigo
Restaurant
Indian Mercantile Mansion (Extension) 5th floor, Madame Cama Road, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001, India
4.7
2,500 - 4,000
11AM to 11PM
Modern restaurant serving a 3-course meal layered with creative ingredients
🍝
The Table
Fine Dining
Dhanraj Mahal, Ground Floor, Kalapesi Trust, Marg, below Hotel Suba Palace, Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400039, India
4.7
3,000 - 4,500
12 to 3:30PM | 7 to 10:30PM
Fine dining restaurant serving San Francisco-style globally inspired cuisine
🍲
Masala Library
Fine Dining
Ground Floor, First International Financial Centre, Bandra Kurla Complex, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400051, India
4.8
3,500 - 5,500
12 to 2:30PM | 7 to 11PM
Upscale dining restaurant offering a molecular food experience
🍛
Ziya
Fine Dining
The Oberoi, Mumbai, Nariman Point, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400021, India
4.9
4,000 - 6,000
12:30 to 2:30PM | 7 to 11PM
Indian restaurant offering a fine dining experience with views over Arabian sea

Local Mumbai

Bollywood, street food, and cultural diversity.

Mumbai is home to the world’s most expensive house, Antilia, which is owned by billionaire Mukesh Ambani.

Mumbai is India's financial and entertainment capital, a sprawling metropolis that blends colonial history with modern innovation. The city’s skyline is dominated by towering skyscrapers, while its streets are filled with vibrant street markets. A global hub for fashion, finance, and the arts, Mumbai is also the home of Bollywood, the world's largest film industry. The Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus are iconic landmarks that showcase the city’s rich heritage. Mumbai’s energy is relentless—24/7, you can find life and activity in every corner.

Watch Out

Watch out for Crowded Areas
Skip Super Touristic Places

Off the beaten path places in

Mumbai

Transportation

Busy metro, taxis, local trains

City Overview

Mumbai, often called Bombay, is India’s financial capital known for its vibrant culture, bustling streets, and rich history. It features a blend of colonial architecture and modern skyscrapers.

Mumbai

3 Day City Guide

- Day 1: Morning: Visit Gateway of India and take a ferry to Elephanta Caves. Afternoon: Explore Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus. Evening: Dinner at a sea-view restaurant in Marine Drive. - Day 2: Morning: Visit Haji Ali Dargah. Afternoon: Explore the Kala Ghoda art district. Evening: Enjoy nightlife in Lower Parel. - Day 3: Morning: Stroll through Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Afternoon: Visit the Prince of Wales Museum. Evening: Attend a Bollywood film screening.

Current Trends

- Culinary diversity: Mumbai’s street food and fine dining scene are evolving, with more global influences. - Art and culture: Growing interest in independent theaters and art galleries. - Tech startups: Mumbai is becoming a hub for tech innovations and startups.

Local Events Guide

- Mumbai Film Festival (October): Showcasing international cinema and local talent. - Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (February): A week-long celebration of art, culture, and heritage. - Ganesh Chaturthi (September): A vibrant festival with processions and celebrations.

Local Insider Tips

- Visit Dharavi for a guided tour of Asia's largest slum and its vibrant community. - Explore Bandra's street art and trendy cafes. - Enjoy the local food scene in Juhu.

Sustainable Travel

- Sustainable transport: Mumbai's metro and local train systems are expanding. - Eco-friendly initiatives: Various NGOs are promoting waste management and recycling. - Green spaces: Efforts are underway to increase urban greenery with parks and gardens.

Mumbai

Explore the Best Off-the-Beaten-Path Experiences:

Ready to see through a local’s eyes?
Our curated guide unveils top hidden gems, secret spots, and local favorites that you won’t find in typical travel guides.
Whether it’s a cozy café tucked away in a historic neighborhood, a scenic trail only known to insiders, or unique cultural sites, has so much more to offer beyond the tourist hotspots.
Dive into our off-the-beaten-path guide and discover the true heart —perfect for adventurous travelers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for an authentic journey

Sign below for Fresh Updates

We will send you the latest curation of places and cities straight to your inbox along with access to the pop-up store & exclusive events.

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Join us to stay connected. Read our updates

Unlock the Hidden Side:

Each spot in our City guide is handpicked to help you experience the city like a local, avoiding the crowds and discovering the best-kept secrets.
From charming local eateries and breathtaking viewpoints to tucked-away art galleries and vibrant local markets, this guide lets you explore beyond the surface.
Follow our recommendations for an unforgettable adventure and see why these places stand out as favorites among locals.
For more unique experiences like these, explore our full collection of off-the-beaten-path city guides and make every trip a journey of discovery.

More Cities to Visit:

🍽
90
€€
1:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Vibe:
Cozy
Get To:
Yes, Taxi Available
Tip:
Authentic Tapas
Authentic, family-run tapas bar in the Old Town.
🍷
90
€€€
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Vibe:
Relaxing
Get To:
Yes, Private Access
Tip:
Wine Enthusiasts
Explore one of the best organic wineries near Málaga.
🍺
90
€€
10:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Vibe:
Lively
Get To:
Yes, Nearby Bus
Tip:
Sunset Cocktails
Relax and unwind with ocean views.
🏰
Rhodes
15-29
June-September
90
12
8 AM - 8 PM
Ancient Beauty
Vibe:
Enigmatic
Get To:
Yes, nearby
Tip:
Culture Seekers
Explore ancient ruins with stunning views