Mumbai itinerary
7 days, hour by hour · IndiaJune–September
- Days
- 7
- Stops
- 35
- Per day
- ≈ 2,950 INR
- First stop
- 08:00
Short answer
The TripWalkers Mumbai itinerary runs 7 days and lays out 35 stops, hour by hour, for June–September. The first three days:
- Day 1 Colaba and South Mumbai
- Day 2 Elephanta Island and Marine Drive
- Day 3 CST, Crawford and Haji Ali
Staying less? Start with the first days — TripWalkers uses the opening days of this plan for shorter trips too. Day 6 is a day trip out of the city. Food, entry fees and local transport come to about 2,950 INR a day (excluding accommodation and flights).
Day 1 · 08:30–15:30
Colaba and South Mumbai
Landmark
Gateway of India
A 1924 basalt triumphal arch opposite the Taj Mahal Palace hotel. Come in the morning for pigeons and boats.
FreeCulture
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
The former Prince of Wales Museum: an Indo-Saracenic dome, miniature paintings and an audio guide.
≈ 700 INR per personLandmark
Kala Ghoda Art District
Galleries, the free Jehangir Art Gallery and Rhythm House. The festival is held in February.
FreeFood
Leopold Cafe
A Parsi cafe dating from 1871 (of Shantaram fame). Order a beer and chicken tikka; the bullet marks are still on the walls.
≈ 600 INR per personShopping
Colaba Causeway
A street market for bargaining, cheap clothes and souvenirs.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Bademiya ColabaA late-night kebab stand behind the Taj: seekh kebab and roti.
- Afghan Church ColabaAn 1858 church, quieter than Kala Ghoda.
Day 2 · 09:00–20:00
Elephanta Island and Marine Drive
Culture
Elephanta Caves
In monsoon the ferry is sometimes cancelled (rough seas June to August). If the weather allows, take the first boat at 09:00 and bring a raincoat.
≈ 600 INR per personLandmark
Gateway of India Ferry Pier
For the return trip. Elephanta has only snacks.
FreeFood
Britannia & Co Ballard Estate
A Parsi cafe from 1923. Try the berry pulao. Closed on Sundays and shuts at 16:00.
≈ 700 INR per person- 2 h 45 min · travel, break, free time
Nature
Marine Drive
The "Queen's Necklace", a 3.6 km seafront. Walk from Nariman Point to Chowpatty at sunset as the street lamps come on.
FreeFood
Girgaon Chowpatty Beach
Bhel puri and pav bhaji stalls line the beach. Swimming is not allowed.
≈ 200 INR per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Kanheri Caves Sanjay GandhiIf the ferry is cancelled: 109 Buddhist caves in the national park, near Borivali.
- Cafe Mondegar ColabaA cafe with Mario Miranda murals. Beer and sandwiches.
Day 3 · 09:00–15:45
CST, Crawford and Haji Ali
Landmark
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus
A UNESCO-listed Victorian Gothic station handling 3 million passengers a day. See it from outside and in the main hall.
Free- 1 h 45 min · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Dhobi Ghat Mahalaxmi
The world's largest open-air laundry. View it from the bridge; a tour costs 200 INR.
FreeCulture
Haji Ali Dargah
A tomb in the sea dating from 1431. The causeway is walkable at low tide. Expect loudspeaker chanting; cover your head.
FreeFood
Haji Ali Juice Centre
The legendary juice stall across the way. Try the sitaphal (custard apple) cream.
≈ 200 INR per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Culture
Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum
Gandhi's Mumbai home from 1917 to 1934, in Gamdevi. Free entry.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Shree Thaker Bhojanalay KalbadeviA famous all-you-can-eat Gujarati thali.
- Mahalaxmi TempleA seaside temple, a substitute for Haji Ali at high tide.
Day 4 · 09:30–17:30
Dharavi and Banganga
Culture
Dharavi Slum Tour Reality Tours
Asia's largest slum, with recycling, leather and pottery workshops. A responsible tour: no photos, and 80% of proceeds go to the community.
≈ 1,200 INR per personCulture
Mahim Dargah
A 15th-century shrine next to Dharavi.
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Sarvi Byculla
Seekh kebab and khichda since the 1920s, in Byculla.
≈ 500 INR per person- 1 h · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Banganga Tank
A sacred tank on Malabar Hill dating from 1127, a village-like corner of Mumbai.
FreeNature
Hanging Gardens Malabar Hill
Topiary shrubs and views of Marine Drive. The shoe-shaped house is in Kamala Nehru Park.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Bhau Daji Lad Museum BycullaThe city's oldest museum in Byculla, a substitute for Banganga.
- Swati Snacks TardeoA Gujarati street-food restaurant: panki and dahi puri.
Day 5 · 09:30–19:00
Bandra
Culture
Mount Mary Basilica
A basilica on Bandra hill. The Bandra Fair takes place in September.
FreeNature
Bandstand Promenade
A seafront walk past Shah Rukh Khan's Mannat, with views of the Sea Link from Bandra Fort.
Free- 1 h 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Candies Bandra
A garden cafe serving Parsi and Goan dishes, a city favourite.
≈ 400 INR per personShopping
Linking Road & Hill Road
A street market for cheap shoes and clothes.
Free- 2 h · travel, break, free time
Nature
Carter Road Sunset
A rocky seafront promenade with Bandra's young crowd and cafes.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Elco BandraA Hill Road institution for pani puri and chaat.
- Pali Village CafeAn ivy-covered cafe on Pali Hill, best in the evening.
Day 6 · 08:00–19:30Day trip
Sanjay Gandhi and Juhu
Nature
Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Monsoon greenery and waterfalls. The paths are muddy, so wear proper shoes.
≈ 100 INR per personCulture
Kanheri Caves
109 Buddhist caves dating from the 1st century BC to the 10th century. The park bus takes 20 minutes.
≈ 300 INR per person- 1 h · travel, break, free time
Culture
Global Vipassana Pagoda
The world's largest stone dome, in Gorai. Take the ferry (from Borivali West); meditation is offered.
Free- 2 h 30 min · travel, break, free time
Nature
Juhu Beach
The Bollywood beach: pav bhaji and gola stalls, and sunset. Swimming is not allowed.
FreeFood
Prithvi Cafe Juhu
A theatre cafe with Irish coffee and keema pav. Come on a play night.
≈ 300 INR per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Anand Stall JuhuStreet-side vada pav and dosa opposite Mithibai College.
- ISKCON JuhuA Hare Krishna temple, a nearby substitute for the pagoda.
Day 7 · 09:00–13:30
Fort morning and a gentle farewell
Landmark
Asiatic Society Library Town Hall
An 1830 neoclassical building on Horniman Circle. Its steps are a Bollywood set.
FreeNature
Horniman Circle Gardens
A garden and St Thomas Cathedral (1718).
FreeFood
Kyani & Co Marine Lines
A 1904 Irani cafe. Order bun maska and chai, or keema, for a farewell.
≈ 300 INR per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Ashok Vada Pav Dadar
The city's most famous vada pav (potato fritter in a bun), by Kirti College.
≈ 30 INR per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Mumbai Airport Metro/Taxi
Uber or Ola takes 45 to 90 minutes in traffic. Farewell.
≈ 300 INR per person
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Yazdani Bakery FortAn Irani bakery from 1953: brun maska.
- Flora FountainThe fountain on Fort's square, a substitute for the gardens.
Good to know: 6 things that make a Mumbai trip easier
- Use Uber/Ola (air-conditioned) or black-and-yellow taxis (metered). Suburban trains are packed; the first carriage is for women. Metro Line 3 has linked Colaba, Bandra and the airport since 2025. Allow 45 to 90 minutes to the airport in traffic.
- JUNE TO SEPTEMBER MONSOON: hours of downpour daily, flooding, and the Elephanta ferry is sometimes cancelled. Bring an umbrella and sandals. The city is green and cool (28°C), and hotels are cheap.
- The e-Visa (30 days) is applied for online. Carry cash in INR (with 500 notes in small change); UPI is limited for foreigners, and cards are accepted at larger places.
- Street food: vada pav 20 to 30 INR, pav bhaji 100 INR, bhel puri 60 INR. Irani cafe breakfast 300 INR; restaurants 600 to 1,000 INR. Stick to bottled water and be careful with ice and raw salad.
- Elephanta is closed on Mondays and Britannia on Sundays. Visit Haji Ali at low tide. Museums open at 10:15.
- Visit Dharavi only with a responsible company (Reality Tours). A Bollywood studio tour (Film City) costs 2,000+ INR.
Spending: ≈ 20,500 INR per person for 7 days
- Food9,000 INR
- Entry and tours5,000 INR
- Local transport4,000 INR
- Other2,500 INR
Excludes accommodation and flights. 2026 price estimate, per person.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days do you need in Mumbai?
This itinerary is built for 7 days. With 3 days, do the first 3 — TripWalkers uses the opening days of the plan for shorter trips too. The day trip is on day 6; skip it on a short stay.
How much does a day in Mumbai cost?
In this plan, food, entry fees and local transport come to about 2,950 INR per person per day. Accommodation and flights are not included. Figures are 2026 estimates.
What time should you start the day in Mumbai?
The first stop is at 08:00. Most days start early so you arrive before the crowds, and evenings end with dinner.
Which season is this itinerary for?
This page covers June–September. There is a separate plan for October–May: opening hours, the sea and the weather change the route.