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About Mumbai

Mumbai, the financial hub of India, is a coastal metropolis built across an archipelago of seven islands that have been reclaimed into a single landmass. The city serves as the heart of the Hindi film industry and is home to the architectural landmark Gateway Of India Mumbai. Visitors can stroll along the iconic Marine Drive or observe the blend of colonial-era heritage and modern urban development. Spiritual traditions are deeply woven into the local fabric, exemplified by sites like the Shree Siddhivinayak Temple and the historic Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount.

Good to know

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    Mumbai is home to the world's most expensive private residence, a 27-story skyscraper named Antilia.

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    The city's suburban railway network, known as the lifeline of Mumbai, transports millions of commuters daily, operating as one of the densest rail systems globally.

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    Mumbai hosts the Dabbawalas, an intricate, decades-old lunch delivery system that maintains a remarkably low error rate without using modern technology.

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    The city features the largest tropical forest located within a metropolitan area, the Sanjay Gandhi National Park.

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    Mumbai's Marine Drive is often referred to as the Queen's Necklace due to the aesthetic pattern created by streetlights when viewed from an elevated position at night.

Plan your visit to Mumbai

Best time to visit

November to February, as the weather is cool and dry compared to the humid summer or the heavy monsoon season.

How many days

3-4 days to experience both the colonial southern tip and the cultural hubs of the northern suburbs.

Getting around

The city is navigated via a combination of local suburban trains, the expanding metro rail network, and app-based taxis or auto-rickshaws.

Where to stay

Stay in Colaba or Fort for close proximity to historical landmarks and museums, or choose Bandra for a trendier atmosphere with cafes and nightlife.

Budget

Mid-range; while the city hosts ultra-luxury options, a wide variety of street food and accessible public transport keeps costs manageable for many.

Top things to do in Mumbai

The 1,273 most popular places in Mumbai.

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  1. 1 Gateway Of India Mumbai
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    Gateway Of India Mumbai

    The Gateway of India is an Indo-Saracenic triumphal arch situated at the water's edge in Mumbai's Apollo Bandar district...

  2. 2 Shree Siddhivinayak Temple
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    Shree Siddhivinayak Temple

    The Shree Siddhivinayak Temple is Mumbai’s most significant Hindu shrine dedicated to Lord Ganesha, featuring an iconic...

  3. 3 Marine Drive
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    Marine Drive

    Marine Drive is a 3.6-kilometer C-shaped boulevard in South Mumbai that runs along the coast of the Arabian Sea. The pro...

  4. 4 Gateway Of India Mumbai
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    Gateway Of India Mumbai

    The Gateway of India is an Indo-Saracenic triumphal arch located on the waterfront of Apollo Bandar in Mumbai. It was co...

  5. 5 Band Stand
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    Band Stand

    Band Stand is a prominent rocky promenade and coastal park stretching along the Arabian Sea in Bandra West, Mumbai. The...

  6. 6 Shri Mahalakshmi Devi Temple, Mumbai
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    Shri Mahalakshmi Devi Temple, Mumbai

    The Shri Mahalakshmi Temple is a prominent 18th-century Hindu shrine dedicated to the goddess of wealth, located directl...

  7. 7 Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
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    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS) is Mumbai's premier art and history museum, housed in a grade-I h...

  8. 8 Wankhede Stadium
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    Wankhede Stadium

    Wankhede Stadium is a premier international cricket venue in Mumbai, serving as the home ground for the Mumbai Cricket A...

  9. 9 Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park
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    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park

    Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Park is Mumbai's largest park, spanning approximately 28 acres in the Dadar neighborhood. It...

  10. 10 Nariman Point, Mumbai
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    Nariman Point, Mumbai

    Nariman Point is Mumbai's premier central business district, located on a reclaimed landmass at the southern tip of the...

  11. 11 Colaba Market
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    Colaba Market

    Colaba Market is a dense, historic commercial street located in southern Mumbai near the city's iconic waterfront. The n...

  12. 12 Hanging Garden
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    Hanging Garden

    The Hanging Gardens, officially known as Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens, are terraced parks located on the western slope of M...

  13. 13 Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan and Zoo
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    Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan and Zoo

    Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Botanical Udyan and Zoo, commonly known as Byculla Zoo, is one of India's oldest zoological gar...

  14. 14 Bandra Fort
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    Bandra Fort

    Bandra Fort, formally known as Castella de Aguada, is a 17th-century Portuguese fortification situated at Land's End in...

  15. 15 Flora Fountain
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    Flora Fountain

    Flora Fountain is an ornate stone architectural landmark situated at the southern end of Mahatma Gandhi Road in Mumbai....

  16. 16 Marine Drive
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    Marine Drive

    Marine Drive is a 3.6-kilometer-long natural bay coastline in South Mumbai, forming a C-shaped boulevard along the Arabi...

  17. 17 Paradox Museum Mumbai
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    Paradox Museum Mumbai

    Paradox Museum Mumbai is an interactive entertainment space featuring over 50 mind-bending exhibits blending science, ar...

  18. 18 Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount (Bandra, Mumbai)
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    Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount (Bandra, Mumbai)

    The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, commonly known as Mount Mary Church, is a Roman Catholic minor basilica perched o...

  19. 19 Haji Ali Dargah
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    Haji Ali Dargah

    Haji Ali Dargah is a 15th-century Indo-Islamic mausoleum located on a tiny islet off the coast of Worli in the Arabian S...

  20. 20 Priyadarshini Park
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    Priyadarshini Park

    Priyadarshini Park is a 20-acre recreational facility reclaimed from the Arabian Sea, located at the tip of the Nepean S...

  21. 21 St. Michael's Church, Mahim
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    St. Michael's Church, Mahim

    St. Michael's Church in Mahim is the oldest Franciscan church in Mumbai, with its original structure dating back to 1534...

  22. 22 Nehru Science Centre
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    Nehru Science Centre

    Nehru Science Centre is India's largest interactive science centre, featuring over 500 hands-on science exhibits. It fun...

  23. 23 Mancherji Joshi Five Gardens
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    Mancherji Joshi Five Gardens

    Mancherji Joshi Five Gardens is a residential neighborhood park complex in Dadar East, Mumbai, comprising five distinct...

  24. 24 Shri Mumba Devi (Mumba Aai) Temple Mumbai
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    Shri Mumba Devi (Mumba Aai) Temple Mumbai

    The Shri Mumba Devi Temple is a historic Hindu shrine dedicated to Mumbadevi, the patron goddess of Mumbai and the names...

  25. 25 Smaaash Utopia City
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    Smaaash Utopia City

    Smaaash Utopia City is a multi-sensory indoor entertainment hub in Lower Parel that integrates sports simulation, virtua...

  26. 26 Jehangir Art Gallery
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    Jehangir Art Gallery

    Jehangir Art Gallery is a premier institution for contemporary Indian art located in the heart of Mumbai's historic Kala...

  27. 27 Cross Maidan Garden
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    Cross Maidan Garden

    Cross Maidan Garden is a prominent open space in South Mumbai primarily utilized for local cricket matches. The park is...

  28. 28 Horniman Circle Garden
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    Horniman Circle Garden

    Horniman Circle Garden is a historic 12,080-square-yard botanical space located in the heart of Mumbai's Fort district....

  29. 29 Chaityabhoomi Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Smarak
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    Chaityabhoomi Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Smarak

    Chaityabhoomi is the final resting place and cremation site of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian...

  30. 30 ISKCON Chowpatty (Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Mandir)
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    ISKCON Chowpatty (Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Mandir)

    Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Mandir is a spiritual center located in Girgaon, notable for its emphasis on community-driven dev...

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Frequently asked

How many attractions are there in Mumbai?

Aventuro lists 1,273 curated attractions in and around Mumbai, sorted by popularity.

What's the top attraction in Mumbai?

Gateway Of India Mumbai is the most popular place to visit in Mumbai right now.

What kind of attractions does Mumbai have?

The largest category is temples, with 923 places to explore.

Which other cities are worth visiting nearby?

Travellers also explore Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Pune.