Mumbai city…. multi-layered grand dame by the sea – An enigma of contrariness with her blend of glitz and grubbiness. The hub of dreamers, Mumbai will present you with a ton of interesting experiences that you will happily secure in your memories.
Here are some of the best things you can do in this city:
Experience The City At Dawn
Venture through the chaotic docks, where the original inhabitants of Mumbai grade fish. From watching illiterate people sort newspapers of 7 different languages, to understanding the logistics of food distribution in the city, exploring these market areas in the first half of the day will give you an unfiltered introduction to Mumbai’s essence.
Taste The Street Food
Begin your culinary adventure from the famous Mohammad Ali Road and Bohri Mohalla, savouring the exquisite fragrance & taste of unique non-vegetarian street food. Skewered Kebabs, spicy curries, and vibrant sweets are just some of the many delectable food items that will pacify the foodie in you! Khau Gully is another hidden gem that will present you with a diverse palette of taste.
Get To Know About Life In A Slum
The economic growth of Mumbai is owed not to the fancy skyscrapers but Dharavi - one of Asia’s largest slums. Revel in the artistic glory of this area and see how the communities shed their sweat & blood to generate a dramatic billion US Dollars every year. Home to impeccable leather goods, embroidered dresses & clay pots - you’ll get an exclusive glimpse of the real hustlers of the city.
Learn About The Culture
Cycle through the Gothic precincts of South Mumbai, and breathe in the culture as you ride by newspaper vendors, milkmen, Gateway of India, Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, the Royal Mumbai Yacht Club, NGMA, the city museum, Kala Ghoda, and much more! Make sure to stop by local stalls, shops, beaches, and Marine Drive to unwind!
Get in Touch with your Artistic Side
Saunter into Art Galleries and enjoy the authenticity of Indian art, get a first-hand understanding of modern Indian art and its evolution. Learn about the beautiful stories the contemporary Indian artists have to say about their cultural, spiritual, social, and creative inspirations.
Feel the Worlian Vibe
Meet the Original Inhabitants of Mumbai – the fishermen community. A walk through this village of Worli transports you to the land of stories. Meet the Goddess who talks to its devotees, solves their problems- Golfa Devi. Revisit history with the 350 years old, British Watchtower- the Worli Fort. Also meet the lion-hearted resident Monk Bhikshu Morita, in the Nipponzan Myohoji Temple.
Groove To The Music
Mumbai is incomplete without Bollywood. Shake your legs in a fuse of bhangra, hip hop, salsa, and many more dance styles to some popular Bollywood songs with Bollywood dance instructors in a bit exhausting but fun-filled Dance Workshop that will leave you asking for more.
Experience Mumbai, Like A Local
Experience the daily hustle of a normal Mumbaikar by travelling around the city on public transport like local trains, kali peeli cab, rickshaws, etc. Learn more about the city from a local's perspective and finish your day at a Maharashtrian restaurant.
Enjoy An Adventure With The Dabbawalas
The Dabbawalas are a well-being community of Mumbai, who have been distributing delicious food in tiffins for over 130 years. Watch how they function, as you accompany them in giving out tiffins and smiles all around the city.
Party like a Rockstar
A visit to Mumbai’s oldest and most iconic bar, where guests sip on classic cocktails that have been on the menu since the 1930s. Stop at the 2008 attack affected Leopold Cafe, learn about the history of this iconic bar while playing some fun drinking games.