Chor Bazaar

Explore the colorful & pulsating markets of Mumbai, this walk won't just let you live a shopper's dream, but you'll also learn more about the vibrant city, its most famous streets and experience its bustling lanes. Experience famous street markets of Mumbai exhibiting endless variety of items, including delicate metal crafts, precious metal work, antique coins as well as day to day usable like spices, fruits, vegetables, spices, cloth, textiles, jewelry and even necessities. Dress up yourself with magnificent collection of jewelry, metal art, colorful, Mumbai Silk Sarees & shoes that are essential to any Indian outfit. You will explore city's gems in unique style of ‘infotainment’ that you would easily miss exploring by our own and make your journey to Mumbai truly special. Experience famous street markets of Mumbai, its bustling streets exhibiting endless variety of items, flowers, fruits, vegetables, spices, cloth, textiles, jewelry and even necessities. Highlights : 1. Walk through busy streets of Bhuleshwar Market, which serves as much varied items possible in its dingy narrow lanes: right from fruits & vegetables, imitation jewelry, religious & pooja items, rose petals, household items and even cloth accessories. 2. Visit Mumba Devi Temple from where city got its name. 3. Head to Zaveri Bazaar, largest jewelry market in Mumbai showcasing sparkling ornaments, jewelry, glittering gold and glittering stones. 4. Pass through the streets of Kalbadevi, visit the Chor Bazaar famous for antiques and furniture and Mumbai’s alley of flower, known as the flower street, where the lanes are alive with the blooms of thousands of blossoms. 5. Mangaldas Market opened in 1893, a fashion place known for silk and cloth, has a lot of tailors and designers boutiques for creating very attractive pieces of clothes from the best fabric. 6. South Mumbai's most famous markets - Crawford Market! Founded in 1871, Crawford Market symbolizes Gothic and Romanesque architectural style, it is famous for fruits, vegetables, delicious imported cheese, homemade chocolate.

Take control of your Mumbai sightseeing as you experience India's largest city. Begin your day with hotel pickup between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM, with options for a sedan or SUV to fit your needs. With so many places to visit in the city, choose a personalized experience that is suitable to your interests. Explore the best the city has to offer with your friendly guide, who will be happy to customize the itinerary. Explore the UNESCO Heritage building of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a fully functional train station built in the Gothic style. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of Wales Museum) and the Dr. Bhau Daji Lad Museum, the oldest museum in Mumbai, offer respites from the afternoon heat as you dive into India's history. For art lovers, there’s the National Gallery of Modern Art, Jehangir Art Gallery, and the other exhibitions around Kala Ghoda. Snap a picture in front of the iconic Gateway of India, or make an excursion to Kanheri Caves, a series of monuments carved into the basalt hills of Sanjay Gandhi national park. For something uniquely Mumbai, visit the Banganga Tank, a reservoir dating back to the 12th century with immense religious significance, or the Mahalaxmi Dhobi Ghat, the world's largest outdoor laundry. If you are looking for shopping, pay a visit to Chor Bazaar for unique antiques or Colaba Causeway for street shopping and souvenirs. Pay a visit to the Haji Ali Dargah, ISKCON temple, or the numerous Ganesh temples around the city. At sunset, relax on luxurious Marine Drive, or grab delicious street food at Chowpatty, a seaside hotspot for Mumbai’s thriving food scene. Mumbai has something for everyone, so come prepared for a full day of sightseeing. Visit as many locations as you want and spend as much time as you need to explore it.

Start your day with a private pick-up from your hotel. Begin your tour with a visit to the Gateway of India. Enjoy the views of the Arabian Sea from this iconic landmark and take some photos. Then, board a ferry from the Gateway of India to Elephanta Island. The ferry ride offers beautiful views of the Mumbai skyline. Explore Elephanta Caves and discover the ancient rock-cut temples dedicated to Hindu gods. Explore the impressive sculptures and learn about their history from your guide. Next, take a leisurely stroll along Marine Drive, also known as the Queen’s Necklace, and enjoy the stunning views of the Arabian Sea. Explore the bustling Chor Bazaar, known for its antiques, vintage items, and electronics. Finish your tour with a visit this famous Dharavi Slum, one of Asia's largest slums. Discover a vibrant community and a symbol of Mumbai’s resilient spirit. Known for its industrious inhabitants, Dharavi is a hub of small-scale industries such as pottery, leather, textiles, and recycling. Transfer back to your hotel for a relaxing evening after your tour.

This 15+ food tasting tour will see you mopping up everything from local chaat snacks to buttery aubergine curry and slow-cooked mutton kheema. It's time to ride the rails on Mumbai's commuter line. Don't worry, you won't have to wait long. These open-doored trains depart every 5 minutes and allow for a great way to see a slice of real Bombay. Hop off at Marine Lines and make a beeline for the street food chaat vendors and explore the city's unique cuisine in one of the last remaining Parsi communities. The tour isn't over yet. Your guide will take you to more food places that you'll simply never find alone, local eateries that have been serving hungry locals for decades. We'll discover why the crispy papads tastes infinitely better cooked over charcoal. We'll stroll through the buzzing khau galli alleyways of Zaveri bazaar, paying homage to some legendary street food. Skip lunch, because you're not going to want to pass on the the chutney-spiked pudla, cheese dripping dosas, the creamy moongdal halwa, among much more. We'll venture through the buzzing district of Mangaldas to witness local life that visitors rarely visit. It's unthinkable to leave Mumbai without trying some desserts. We'll visit a famed paan stand to try betal leaves wrapped up with dried fruits, nuts and syrups and get your taste buds popping. The tour ends opposite the Shree Mumbadevi Temple, your guide will be on hand to help you find a taxi home (Uber is recommended in India). Part ways and say goodbye with a full belly, and a deeper understanding of Mumbai's life, culture, and culinary history. This is like no other Mumbai food tour. This small-group culinary adventure takes you to the heart of the city's gastronomy.

Experience the lively markets of Bombay and learn about the city’s rich history on the Magical Mumbai Markets Tour. Begin by visiting Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Vadtal, the headquarters of the Shri Laxmi-Narayan Dev Gadi. Continue on through the busy streets of Bhuleshwar Market, a place that has something for everyone — fruits and vegetables, imitation jewelry, religious and pooja items, rose petals, household items, and even cloth accessories. Later, visit Mumba Devi Temple, which is where the city got its name. Then head to Zaveri Bazaar, the largest jewelry market in Mumbai, showcasing sparkling ornaments, jewelry, glittering gold, and glittering stones. Pass through the streets of Kalbadevi, and visit the Chor Bazaar, which is famous for antiques and furniture, before moving on to Mangaldas Market, which opened in 1893 and is known for silk and cloth. Finish the day at South Mumbai's most famous market — Crawford Market. Admire the Gothic and Romanesque architectural style while browsing through fruits, vegetables, delicious imported cheese, and homemade chocolate.

This tour is designed like a live movie, following a thoughtfully crafted script called "A Symphony of Seven Islands." The locations are carefully selected to match the storyline, with the guide serving as your narrator and sharing engaging insights. In just one day, you’ll experience a diverse mix of sites that truly capture the spirit and character of Mumbai. Scene 1: Imperial Bombay Your day begins at the iconic Gateway of India, where the story of Mumbai unfolds. As you walk through the vibrant lanes of Colaba, you'll feel the echoes of the city's imperial past. From there, wander through bustling markets to St. Thomas Church, Mumbai’s oldest Anglican church. Stroll down memory lane as you pass landmarks like the Bombay Stock Exchange, Flora Fountain, Bombay University, and the High Court, before reaching the elegant Marine Drive, where the city's architecture tells the tale of her transition through time. Hop on a local bus to see the jewel of Bombay, CST Station, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and savour the flavors of Mumbai with its iconic Pav Bhaji. Scene 2: Bom Bahia From CST, we board a train — not just across the city, but back in time. Our journey leads us to a hidden Indo-Latin quarter, nestled quietly among towering skyscrapers. Here, the Portuguese soul of the city still lingers in narrow lanes and 200-year-old homes with sloping roofs and arched windows — a scene that feels more like Goa than Mumbai. As we wander through this timeless neighbourhood, the past comes alive. A quiet hilltop garden offers sweeping views of the docks — where ships once arrived from distant lands, carrying goods, ideas, and empires. This is Bom Bahia — the Good Bay — where Mumbai first met the world. Scene 3: Bombay Black A cab ride takes you into the heart of Black Town, as described in Shantaram. This is Mumbai’s raw, unfiltered side, where the city's relentless hustle comes alive. Visit the chaotic yet fascinating Chor Bazaar for antiques and explore the economic heart of Mumbai. Here, you’ll taste the pulse of Mumbai life in its truest sense. If you like, you can stop by a century-old sweet shop to try some local desserts. Then, make your way to a nearby train station to continue your adventure. Scene 4: Aamchi (Our) Mumbai From Black Town, we board a train into Mumbai’s soaring concrete jungle, where skyscrapers rise like New York’s skyline. From a bird’s-eye view, we take in Dhobi Ghat—the bustling open-air laundry that’s a symbol of the city’s daily rhythm. A bus ride through the vibrant metropolis brings us to Shivaji Park, the cultural heart of Mumbai. From here, a peaceful walk leads to a nearby beach, where the sun sets over the Arabian Sea. Here, Mumbai’s story comes full circle, leaving you with an unforgettable connection to the Symphony of Seven Islands.

Ride the famous suburban train, hop on a classic red bus, cruise around town in a typical black and yellow taxi and look on as millions of Mumbai’s working class head out in the morning. We will discover Mumbai beyond the typical tourist sites; we will see a number of different markets and the world famous Dabbawallahs (the workers of India’s intricate lunch delivery system). This view of the Maximum City will give you an idea of the struggles and challenges felt by the working class, as well as their unconquerable spirit.

Join us on a tour that takes you behind the scenes of the city's iconic transportation system.We'll start at Regal Cinema and hop on a classic BEST bus, just like the locals do. Your guide will spill the beans on the history of Mumbai's public transport and teach you how to navigate the bustling streets like a pro.Next, we'll explore the historic CST Station, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn the secrets of Mumbai's trains and experience the thrill of a crowded commute.Head to the vibrant Dadar Flower Market and discover the colorful world of Indian florist. Then, witness the incredible spectacle of Dhobi Ghat, the world's largest open-air laundry.Hop into a yellow and black taxi, a symbol of Mumbai, and explore the quirky Chor Bazaar, the Thieves Market. Finally, marvel at the efficiency of the Dabbawallahs, Mumbai's legendary lunch delivery system.

Your tour guide will meet you at the Regal Cinema, Colaba at 9:00 AM. Start your tour on a bus ride to Victoria Terminus Train Station - a UNESCO World Heritage Site and where Slumdog Millionaire was filmed. Your guide will then accompany you to the flower market which is flooded with all kinds of roses: white, pink, red, yellow and various other kinds of flowers, garlands and bouquets. You will then take a train again to Mahalaxmi, known as Dhobi Ghat (Open Air Laundry) where clothes are washed in full view of the public. After checking out this unique phenomenon, you will take a taxi to Chor Bazaar, one of the largest flea markets in the entire country. Then, take a taxi to Churchgate. Here, you will find the Mumbai dabbawalas, a lunchbox delivery and return system that delivers hot lunches from homes and restaurants to people at work in India, especially in Mumbai. Your tour ends here.