Mumbai Tour: Discover 25 Must-See Landmarks and Cultural Experiences

Embark on a captivating tour of Mumbai, exploring 25 must-see landmarks and immersing yourself in the city’s rich culture. Discover colonial highlights, meet the legendary Dabbawalas, witness the awe-inspiring Dhobighat, and delve into the historic journey of Gandhi at Mani Bhavan.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Gateway of India - This iconic arch, a symbol of Mumbai tourism, was constructed to welcome the British Queen to the city, making it a fitting first stop.
  • Statue Of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj - A notable statue of the valiant Maratha king, Shivaji Maharaj, who resisted the Mughals.
  • The Taj Mahal Palace, Mumbai - Drive past this historic hotel, which has hosted figures like Barack Obama, the Beatles, and numerous other celebrities over its century-long history.
  • Royal Bombay Yacht Club - One of Mumbai’s oldest clubs, built by John Adams and Charles Stevens, aptly situated between Charles and Adams Street.
  • Maharashtra Police Headquarters - Formerly Mendham’s Point graveyard and the Alfred Sailors Club, this headquarters features intricate work by John Lockwood Kipling.
  • Wellington Fountain - Located at Wellington Circle, this fountain commemorates Duke of Wellington, Sir Arthur Wellesley, who defeated Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo.
  • National Gallery of Modern Art - A government-run contemporary art gallery in Mumbai.
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya - Visit this iconic museum in Mumbai.
  • Kala Ghoda Art Precinct - Mumbai’s art district, rich with stories of Sassoon and Jewish history, and home to the Watson Hotel, the city’s first iron-cast building that hosted Mark Twain.
  • Elphinstone College - Mumbai’s oldest college, with notable alumni like Lokmanya Tilak, Naoroji, and Ambedkar. It also hosted the University of Mumbai during its construction.
  • David Sassoon Library and Reading Room - Once a mechanical institute, now a library overlooking the famous Kala Ghoda area.
  • Esplanade Mansion एस्प्लनेड मँशन - Mumbai’s first iron-cast building and a heritage hotel known for hosting Mark Twain, now at risk of demolition due to its deteriorating condition.
  • University of Mumbai Library - The university’s stunning architecture and beautiful arches make it a place where students love to linger. Explore its history and architecture on this tour.
  • Rajabai Clock Tower - Often called the Big Ben of Mumbai, this tower was funded by a generous donation from Mumbai businessman Premchand Roychand. It still chimes old British tunes every 15 minutes.
  • High Court Principal Bench Bombay - Designed like a German castle, this court is where the jury system was abolished.
  • Oval Maidan - A ground where many aspiring cricketers practice their game.
  • Churchgate Railway Station - Known for the dabbawalas, or Mumbai’s 6 sigma workers, who deliver over 500,000 lunch boxes daily with remarkable precision. Their efficiency has been studied by consultants and business schools and praised by British royals and industry leaders.
  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus - One of India’s most architecturally stunning buildings, this station, formerly Victoria Terminus, sees 660,000 daily footfalls, making it Mumbai’s busiest. The first train in India departed from here in 1853.
  • Marine Drive - Enjoy the stunning sea view at Mumbai’s Marine Drive.
  • Mani Bhavan Gandhi Museum - Gain insight into Gandhi’s life, beautifully archived in this museum.
  • Dhobi Ghat - An open-air laundry where you can see Mumbai’s human washing machines at work.
  • g46, dhanraj mahal - This beautiful Art Deco building was once home to Bollywood queen Zubeida.
  • Regal Cinema - The city’s most iconic cinema.
  • Punjab Grill Fort - Formerly Wayside Inn, this place has a history of being frequented by a prominent figure in India’s history.
  • Old Secretariat - Witness the place where Mumbai raised India’s flag for the first time after Independence, as the then PM did so.
What's Included
  • Hop-on hop-off tour
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • All fees and taxes included
  • Transport in a private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Additional transport cost for pick-up from suburban Mumbai hotels
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Additional cost for the services of a language guide (besides English)
Additional Information

Are you a newcomer exploring Mumbai for the first time? If so, this tour is specifically designed for you. It covers 25 of Mumbai’s prime tourist locations and gives you a comprehensive overview of colonial Mumbai. Your journey will lead you through sites such as the Victoria Terminus station, the Kalaghoda art district, and the Gateway of India, among others. The tour includes an exciting cultural adventure during which we connect with the Dabbawalas - the logistics marvels known for their precise delivery of 250,000 ‘dabbas’ or lunch boxes to their rightful recipients daily. We also guide you through the Dhobighat which is guaranteed to amaze. This spot is where the city’s laundrymen, popularly known as Dhobhis, cleanse the apparel of Mumbai’s residents. You can watch the Dhobhis in action as they relentlessly beat and cleanse the clothes to ensure they’re spotless. Furthermore, we pay a visit to Mani Bhavan, taking you on the historic trail of Gandhi and his association with Mumbai.

  • The tour can be cancelled based on the discretion of No Footprints. The partners will be informed in advance of the same
  • The Start and End timing can be changed based on the discretion and traffic situations
  • The sequence of the tour is at the discretion of No Footprints and its guide on-ground
  • The taxes included are currently at 5%
  • Children below 10 years of age can do the tour for free of cost
  • We do not conduct this tour on the day of the Mumbai Marathon
  • For high – end luxury cars, please contact our office
Location
Gateway of India
Apollo Bandar, Colaba
Cancellation Policy

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

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Travel41123750402
Jul 27, 2024
Super experience - Meharban, our guide, was exceptionally knowledgeable and active. We took a private tour with him and didn’t get bored for even a minute. Highly recommended if you wish to know history of Mumbai.
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Explore01722712944
Jun 10, 2024
Amazing Bombay Tour - KP was a great tour guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the city. We explored many amazing areas of the city that I never would have thought to explore. 5/5 stars.
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Darren
May 31, 2024
Half day tour - We did a half day Mumbai highlights tour with Meherban Irani as our guide. We did this tour on our very first day in Mumbai, and from the pick up at the hotel when we met Meherban to the drop off everything went very smoothly and we were able to get an insight into this wonderful city through his enthusiasm and knowledge. Booking process is a little slow and I was a little unsure all was in order until the confirmation came through the day before, so all was in order. Will book another no footprints tour on our next visit to Mumbai, and throughly recommend them.
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Daydream38841716404
Apr 25, 2024
Great way to see the highlights in half a day - This is a great trip to book to see some of the highlights in half a day, my guide Meherban Irani gave me a great history lesson on the culture! So much to learn! Saw some amazing buildings! Really enjoyed it
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001celia
Apr 20, 2024
Superb Start to Mumbai - Thanks so our guide Meherban Irani, we had an excellent introduction to Mumbai . If time is limited, this is a superb way to see the main sights of the city and to begin to understand it. You see so much in the time you have but you never feel rushed - there's plenty of time to look, take photos and ask questions. This was a great way to start exploring Mumbai. Thank you Meherban!
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Travel03651383839
Apr 15, 2024
Amazing Mumbai Tour with Krupesh (KP) - First time our family of four went to Mumbai from Canada and we had an amazing full day city tour with tour guide named Krupesh. He spoke perfect English also he’s very knowledgeable about Mumbai & it’s history and culture. We had a fantastic full day tour covering all major attractions such as Dobi ghat (outdoor laundry), Gandhi museum, Train station, Ambani house, Art district, Taj palace hotel, boat ride which was just icing on the cake watching a beautiful sunset. “Krupesh was very friendly knowledgeable about the facts of Mumbai, he also customized the tour per our needs even stoped at vegan cafe since we were vegan that was very thoughtful of him. I strongly recommend Krupesh for Mumbai tours.”
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Ewctraveller
Mar 4, 2024
Excellent experience - Krupesh of Kensington Tours made our visit to Mumbai a top ten experience. His knowledge of the historical facts embellished our understanding of the significance of India’s development in the world. Kensington arranged a seamless experience, highlighting the important sights and Krupesh, or KP as he helpfully asked to be called, was interesting, told us wonderful stories about what we saw and was just a fun guide. We feel we have a new friend.
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Em60mma
Feb 12, 2024
The wonderful Neville made the tour so interesting - An amazing tour made all the better by our friendly, knowledgeable and informative guide Neville who brought the history, architecture and culture of Mumbai to life.
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Tijlv2014
Feb 12, 2024
Amazing visit - We had an absolutely fantastic experience with our tour guide in Mumbai, PK. His extraordinary enthusiasm infused every moment of our tour, making it truly unforgettable. One of the highlights was playing cricket with the locals at Shivaji Park, where PK got us fully involved in the game, immersing us in the vibrant atmosphere of budding cricketers. Shivaji Park stands as a cherished landmark that captures the essence of Mumbai's dynamic spirit. Not only did PK organize a Bollywood dance lesson for us, but he also joined in, adding to the fun and creating unforgettable memories. Throughout the day, PK ensured we had the best time exploring Mumbai, and he even took us to an amazing restaurant for lunch, where we enjoyed delicious local cuisine. I highly recommend PK to anyone looking for an enthusiastic and knowledgeable guide to experience the best of Mumbai.
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S1483krsaral
Jan 15, 2024
Nimisha was such a fun and knowledgeable guide! - Such a great day seeing the highlights of south Mumbai with Nimisha. Wealth of history and stories shared about the city, its architecture and colorful characters.
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