Mumbai, India

Mumbai Itinerary 5 Days

Your complete 5-day Mumbai itinerary — Gateway of India, Elephanta Caves, Dharavi, Haji Ali, Bollywood, Bandra, and Marine Drive. Experience India's maximum city at its fullest.

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Duration

5 Days / 4 Nights

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City

Mumbai, Maharashtra

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Budget

₹15,000 – ₹60,000 per person

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Best Time

November – February

5-Day Mumbai Itinerary — Day by Day

Complete day-by-day Mumbai itinerary with what to see, where to eat, and insider tips for each day.

Day 1
South Mumbai

Arrive in Mumbai — South Mumbai Heritage Walk

Today's Highlights:

  • Gateway of India — iconic 1924 basalt arch
  • Taj Mahal Palace Hotel (exterior)
  • Colaba Causeway Market — afternoon shopping
  • Marine Drive at sunset — the Queen's Necklace

🏨 Stay: Hotel in Colaba or Fort area

💡 Tip: Start your Mumbai itinerary at Gateway of India early morning. Evening at Marine Drive is essential — watch the city lights come on from the promenade.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at hotel | Lunch: Leopold Cafe, Colaba | Dinner: Marine Drive area restaurant

Day 2
Central Mumbai

Dharavi, Dhobi Ghat & Bollywood Experience

Today's Highlights:

  • Dhobi Ghat — world's largest open-air laundry
  • Dharavi Slum Tour (guided, responsible tourism)
  • Bollywood film set visit (book in advance)
  • Juhu Beach sunset walk

🏨 Stay: Hotel in Colaba or Fort area

💡 Tip: Book a responsible Dharavi tour through Reality Tours. Bollywood studio tours must be pre-booked (Film City, Goregaon). Juhu Beach is best at sunset with street food.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at hotel | Lunch: Dharavi area local restaurant | Dinner: Juhu Beach street food + seafood restaurant

Day 3
Elephanta Island

Elephanta Caves UNESCO Day Trip

Today's Highlights:

  • Ferry from Gateway of India to Elephanta Island (1 hr)
  • Elephanta Caves — 5th-7th century rock-cut temples
  • Shiva Trimurti sculpture (UNESCO masterpiece)
  • Return to Mumbai — Kala Ghoda Art District walk

🏨 Stay: Hotel in Colaba or Fort area

💡 Tip: Ferries run 9AM–3:30PM. Buy return tickets. The 117-step climb to the caves needs comfortable shoes. Hire a local guide at the island for depth. Avoid Mondays when caves are closed.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at hotel | Lunch: On Elephanta Island | Dinner: Kala Ghoda restaurant

Day 4
Mumbai — Lower Parel, Bandra

Siddhivinayak Temple, Haji Ali & Bandra

Today's Highlights:

  • Siddhivinayak Temple morning darshan
  • Haji Ali Dargah — stunning mosque on an island
  • Bandra-Worli Sea Link scenic drive
  • Bandra Bandstand promenade + street art

🏨 Stay: Hotel in Colaba or Fort area

💡 Tip: Visit Siddhivinayak Temple early morning (opens 5:30 AM) to avoid crowds. Haji Ali is accessible by foot only at low tide — check the tide schedule before visiting.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at hotel | Lunch: Worli Seaface restaurant | Dinner: Bandra's Carter Road seafood

Day 5
South Mumbai

Chhatrapati Shivaji Museum, Crawford Market & Depart

Today's Highlights:

  • Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CST Museum)
  • Crawford Market — British-era produce market
  • Final Marine Drive walk + masala chai
  • Depart from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

🏨 Stay: Departure

💡 Tip: The CST Museum (formerly Prince of Wales Museum) opens at 10:15 AM. Crawford Market is excellent for dry fruits and spices to take home. Allow 3 hours before your flight for check-in.

🍽️ Meals: Breakfast at hotel | Lunch: Crawford Market area | Airport meal

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