Mumbai

next to Jehangir Art Gallery, near Regal Cinema

Housed in a wonderful example of Indo-Saracenic architecture, the museum was established in 1904. The building, built of basalt and kurla stone, is a three-storied rectangular structure, capped by a dome set upon a base, which adds an…

340 Sir J. J. Rd

Built in 1861 this is the first Bagdadi Jew Synagogue in Mumbai. The Bagdadi Jews started arriving in Mumbai (then Bomay ) in the early decades of the 19th century.

take a BEST bus or taxi. Bus 33, 37, 63, 81, 83, 84, 85, 87, 89, 92, 93, 124, 125, 351, 357, 385, 521 stop near here

The Haji Ali Dargah was constructed in 1431 in memory of a wealthy Muslim merchant, Sayyed Peer Haji Ali Shah Bukhari, who gave up all his worldly possessions before making a pilgrimage to Mecca.

Next to Horniman Circle, Hutatma Chowk

The Asiatic Society of Mumbai is a learned society in the field of Asian studies. The library of the Society has over 100,000 books out of which 15,000 are classified as rare and valuable.

19, Nathalal Parikh Marg

Cathedral of the Holy Name is the Catholic Cathedral of Mumbai. It is the headquarters of the Archdiocese of Mumbai. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Mumbai.

Shivaji Marg· Free

The landmark gateway was built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India. Built in the Indo-Saracenic style, the foundation stone for the Gateway of India was laid on 31 March 1911.

Dadabhai Naoroji Rd

One of the main disembarking stations for suburban and long-distance trains. The road goes further up to Ballard Estate where a lot of corporate offices and Mumbai Port are situated.

The famous open-air laundry place in Mumbai. Built in 1890, the washers in Dhobi Ghat work in the open to clean clothes and linens from Mumbai's hotels and hospitals.

On the shores of the Arabian Sea, the beach stretches for six kilometres up to Versova. The short, rocky formations make up the Juhu Beach unlike the Marina Beach in Chennai that is primarily sandy.

90 Tantanpura St

Constructed in 1843, the Shaare Rason Synagogue, literally meaning the "Gateway of Desire Synagogue" is the second oldest synagogue of Mumbai and belongs to the Bene Israel Jews.

Churchgate

Opened in 1975, this is the city's main cricket ground, and is the headquarters for the BCCI national governing body, for the Indian Premier League, and Mumbai Cricket Association. With a capacity of 32,000, it hosts Mumbai Indians in IPL.

Central Ave, Hiranandani Gardens

Hakone is a combination of Special Sports, Entertainment and Leisure at Powai. It is one of the most desirable attractions in Mumbai. The variety of attractions spanning rides and aqua pad boats for children as well as go-karting…

(March) Organised by Maharashtra Tourism, the festival of music and dance at Elephanta Caves has in the past seen performances by renowned artists like Alarmel Valli, Sanjeev Abhyankar, and Ananda Shankar and traditional Koli dances as…

The arts and crafts festival is held in the last week of Jan or first week of Feb annually in the historic precinct of Kala ghoda in Mumbai.

A 3.6-km-long C-shaped promenade along the coast of a natural bay. The six-lane road connects Nariman Point on the south to Girgaon Chowpatty on the north.

opposite Hanging Gardens

The Kamala Nehru Park, named after the wife of Jawaharlal Nehru covers an area of 16,000 m² (4 acres) and is located atop Malabar Hills. The park has well-maintained lawns along with walkways.

A triangular urban open space in the heart of Mumbai. The Azad along with Cooperage Maidan, Cross Maidan and Oval Maidan once from the Esplanade, an open area that lay beyond the ramparts of the fort.

A large open place in South Mumbai. An old stone cross (crucifix) was built in the ground during Portuguese rule in the 16th century, hence the name.

Fort

One of the premiere gentlemen's clubs in the city. It was originally a British-only club, designed by architect Claude Batley. The Gymkhana's Grounds offers its members various sporting facilities like rugby, football, cricket, swimming…

20 Janki Kutur Juhu Church Road, Juhu

Prithvi Theatre has shows everyday except Mondays and hosts an annual summertime programme of workshops and plays for children, the Memorial Concert on 28 February, an annual Theatre Festival in November, and many partnership programmes…

Ramada Plaza Palm, Juhu Beach, Mumbai +91 22 2611 2323, is a place that offers surprisingly great ambiance and some really economical beer. The service is good and they have a live band in the evenings (7PM-11PM).

Colaba Causeway

Mondy's, as it's popularly called, serves excellent pitchers of Kingfisher, and at rock-bottom prices. Beer and wine are the only alcohols on the menu. Has a live jukebox and functions as a bar (beer and wine served) and restaurant.

next to New Custom House.

This rundown restaurant, run by a partnership of geriatric brothers (by the name Kohinoor), is a South Mumbai institution, having been in existence since 1923. The signature dish is berry pulav, the recipe for which the late Mrs.

Sentinel, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai

An "Indian specialty restaurant" and one of the very few mid-range restaurants in the Powai area. The restaurant has received fairly decent reviews and the food has been appreciated for its variety.

East West Court Building, Colaba Causeway, Apollo Bandar

Serves a mix of world foods (sandwiches, burgers, pasta, soups) in a very cramped location. The food is pretty good, especially the pasta. The desserts here are the best and one should not miss the Irish Baileys Chocolate Cake, which is…

Shivaji Rd, Apollo Bunder

The landmark hotel close to the Gateway of India, along with the Oberoi is one of the oldest five-star hotels in India. The building was commissioned in the Indo-Saracenic style by Tata and first opened its doors to guests on 16 December…

287, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Rd, Parel

This extremely posh hotel is also suitably expensive. Kebabs and Curries Restaurant: Spectacular Indian food. They serve the famous Delhi Bukhara curry at this ITC restaurant.

114, Dr. E. Moses Rd, Worli

Mumbai's swankiest hotel. This is a five-star hotel and part of the Toronto-based Four Seasons luxury hotels and resorts. The hotel has 202 guest rooms and also offers India's highest rooftop bar.

Shivaji Rd, Apollo Bunder

A wing of the Taj Hotel, this tower hotel was built on the site of the historic Green's Hotel, constructed as flats in 1890, and operated by Tata as a hotel from 1904 until its demolition to build the tower.

walk out CSMT's south exit, turn left until you hit PD Mello road, it's on PD Mello road's east side, immediately east of CSMT

One of the, if not "the", cheapest places in Mumbai. The cheap prices make it extremely popular with Indian businessmen and tourists. Arrive at 9AM for the best chance to bag a room, but it's extremely close to CSMT make it easy to check…

ITTS House, 33 Saibaba Rd

Family-owned, this hotel - the only hotel in Kala Ghoda - offers only basic amenities (no Wi-Fi, shared bathroom, and the only place to charge your phone is in the manager's secure office).