Banganga Walkeshwar Tour: Immerse in History with Experienced Local Guide

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Banganga Walkeshwar with our experienced local guide. Explore temples, homes, and the famous dhobi ghat on this captivating tour.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Walkeshwar - 1. The Oldest Continually Inhabited Place in Mumbai
  1. Total 18 Temple surrounded: Take a walk to all temples and Guide will give you their deep stories.
  2. Memorial Stones: These pallias are memorial stones of dead warriors that are worshiped by Gujaratis.
  3. Banganga Tank and Walkeshwar Temple: The steps of Banganga Tank serve many purposes: a play area for children, a social hub for residents, a space to dry washing, and a place to perform puja (worship).
  4. Deepstambhas: (pillars of light) mark the entrance to Banganga Tank, as well as significant temples in the area. Astonishingly, a saint is said to be buried under each one!
  • Banganga - 6. Street Around Banganga Tank: It is flanked by a narrow street lined with temples, homes, and dharamsalas (religious rest houses).
  1. Encroaching Migrant Communities: The area is home to slum-dwellers who have occupied it for the past few decades.
  2. Dhobi Ghat: Second largest laundry in Mumbai where you will see Open air laundry which was built by the British.
What's Included
  • English-speaking guide included
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink
Additional Information

You’ll be accompanied by our friendly, English-speaking guide who was born, raised, and still resides in Banganga.

Embarking on a trip to Banganga Tank offers a unique chance to deeply immerse yourself in the city’s past and understand its transformation from seven underpopulated islands to today’s thriving metropolis. The route of Banganga Walkeshwar Walk is bordered by a narrow street teeming with temples, residences, and dharamsalas (faith-based rest houses). It marks the route for the sacred parikrama, a foot walk around the tank that Hindus deem to have enormous purifying virtues. Not to forget the iconic dhobi ghat, which is Mumbai’s most renowned open-air laundromat.

Location
Hotel Banganga Arogya Bhavan
Road
Our Guide will meet you at our meeting Point
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Mundanna
May 28, 2023
A must walk for old world enthusiasts - Ajay, our host, was well informed, passionate and explained everything in detail! We have lived in Mumbai for over 20 years and had never visited or knew of it. Worth it.
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Wanderer-loner
Jul 18, 2022
Living Nostalgia - I attended the Banganga walk organized by Khaki tours on 10th July. It was a great experience visiting a place in Mumbai where it seems like time has stood still. The surroundings around the Banganga tank haven't changed much since the last 100-150 yrs. It still resembled the pictures which were taken a century ago. Even the lifestyle of people in that area hasn't caught up with the hustle and bustle of rest of the Modern Mumbai. You could feel a slow and calm pace that's inherent in this area. Overall an enriching experience.
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Bhekidprofessor
Nov 15, 2019
Mumbai Dream Tours and guide (Dhaval) were superb! - Mumbai Drea Tours owner is hands-on with customer interaction, that's great! When we arrived in Mumbai the guide (Dhaval) was already waiting or us. He took time to drive us around popular tourist spots with great care, and smile. I truly enjoyed the tour, and would recommend them to anyone visiting Mumbai! Big up Mumbai Dream Tours!
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Hans
May 13, 2019
Great tour no complains. - We visited the slum and market. Our guide Sid was excellent, he provided us with good information and told great stories about India and the place's we visited. We can highly recommend Mumbai Dream Tour's, great service and value for money. Hans
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