Mumbai – ‘The City of Dreams’
Mumbai is a popular destination for all who want to reminisce history or experience the glitz and glamour of the city. With attractions and activities aplenty, Mumbai makes for a perfect spot for a family vacation or a quick weekend getaway.
Things to do in Mumbai
- Embark on a day trip to the famous Elephanta Caves
- Visit Film City to get a glimpse of Bollywood’s behind the scenes activities
- Relish authentic Parsi and Marathi cuisines
Tourist attractions in Mumbai
- Built in 1924, the Gateway of India overlooking the Arabian Sea is an iconic landmark of Mumbai.
- Prince of Wales Museum, known for its splendid architecture, is one of the city’s heritage buildings. It houses a wide collection of exquisite, ancient artefacts relating to India’s diverse and rich history.
- Kanheri Caves is a group of rock-cut mountains and alcoves that illustrate the influence of Buddhism on Indian culture and art. There are 109 entrances to the caves. Inside the caves, one can find ancient inscriptions, paintings, carvings, and sculptures dating back centuries.
- Siddhivinayaka Temple, Mahalaxmi Temple, ISCKON Temple, Haji Ali Dargah, National Gallery of Modern Art, Global Vipassana Pagoda, Mahakali Caves, Sanjay Gandhi National Park, and Juhu Beach are a few other places to visit.
Places to shop in Mumbai
- Linking Road and Colaba Causeway are the two major shopping centres in the city. The streets are dotted with shops selling glasses, junk jewellery, shawls, leather goods, vintage compasses, soapstone and wooden figurines, and footwear.
- Chor Bazaar is famous for furniture, antiques, ornate lampshades, used recorders and cameras.
- Shop for mugs and posters by eminent Indian graphic artists at Kulture Shop.
- For a more contemporary shopping experience, visit leading malls in Mumbai, which house high-street and international brands.
Best time to visit Mumbai
One should preferably visit Mumbai during winters, which last from November to February. The weather remains cool and extremely pleasant for sightseeing and outdoor activities during this period.
Modes of transport
Local trains, buses, and auto-rickshaws are the chief modes of transportation in Mumbai. They are convenient and economical. Taxis and app cabs are also widely available. A part of Mumbai also relies on Metro, which makes travelling around faster and easier.
Weather in Mumbai
The weather in Mumbai remains humid and hot throughout summers (March to May). July marks the onset of monsoon, which lasts until September. Winters are relatively mild and comfortable with the average temperature hovering between 18 degree Celsius and 30 degree Celsius.
Airport in Mumbai
Mumbai Airport is named as Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
IATA code: BOM