1. Gateway of India
Entryway of India was worked in 1924 by George Willet to respect the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Mumbai. Visit this spot in the early morning or late night hours to appreciate the cool wind of the ocean with your family sans the group. Situated beside the famous Taj Mahal Palace and confronting the tremendous Arabian Sea, the Gateway of India abandons you hypnotized inside and out. Take a ship ride offered here to encounter a tremendous perspective on this landmark directly from the ocean and you can likewise visit other principle attractions close-by.
What's more, the best part? You don't need to spend a penny to appreciate the magnificence of this famous landmark which is regularly called the Taj Mahal of Mumbai. What's more, the city has numerous such places that you can appreciate free of expense.
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Area: Apollo Bandar, Colaba
Timings: 24×7; consistently
Section Fee: Free passage
Ship rides are chargeable
2. Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Sprawling over an area of 104 sq. km. of land, this is one of the most visited national parks in Asia. With all sorts of fun activities, this park can surely be a family entertainer. You can watch the big cats of the park close enough in a safari cage and have a fun day boating in the artificial lake in the park. Take the forest road or stairs and hike towards the Gandhi Tekdi, a memorial built in the memory of Mahatma Gandhi. The toy train, Van Rani, is another popular attraction here, especially among kids. You can also visit the 2000-years-old Kanheri Caves to capture the Buddha relics. The undisturbed natural trails and the Jain Temple in the forest are also sure to make your visit a memorable one.
Location: Borivali East
Timings: 07:30 am to 06:30 pm; closed on Mondays
Entry Fee:
- Adults – ₹53 per person
- Children (Between 5 to 12 years of age) – ₹28 per person
- Children (Below 5 years) – free
Additional charges for Kanheri Cave visit, safari, boat ride, and toy train ride
3. Red Carpet Wax Museum
Ever envisioned remaining by Barack Obama, pausing dramatically with Michael Jackson or taking a selfie with Harry Potter? Indeed, you read it right. Go to the city of dreams and satisfy this fantasy at the Red Carpet Wax Museum. It shows similar wax figures of conspicuous symbols from different fields including science, governmental issues, sports and world film. In this way, take selfies with your most loved symbol, post it on the online life, and make your companions desirous.
Area: Amrut Nagar, Ghatkopar West
Timings: 09:45 am to 09:30 pm; consistently
Section Fee
Weekdays – ₹250 per individual
Ends of the week – ₹350 per individual
Check their site for subtleties on combo offers
4. Haji Ali Dargah
How about taking a trip with your family to one of the most popular religious shrines in Mumbai, built right in the middle of the Arabian Sea? Yes, we are talking about Haji Ali Dargah that houses the tomb of Sayed Peer Haji Ali Shah Bukhari. This grand edifice is made of white marbles and exemplifies the Indo-Islamic style of architecture. A walk through the causeway that connects the Dargah to the Lala Rajput Rai Marg is the main attraction of this place. Feel the spirituality of this place with your dear ones, while enjoying a panoramic view of the deep blue waters!
Location: Dargah Road
Timings: 05:30 am to 10:00 pm; every day
Entry Fee: NA
5. Elephanta Caves
Take a tour to this UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai and get wonderstruck by the massive rock-cut caves that date back to several centuries. It has five caves dedicated to Hindu god Shiva and two caves depicting Buddhist architectures. To reach this place, you need to take a one-hour ferry ride from the Gateway of India, during which you can also enjoy the scenic beauty of Mumbai. Those who lack the spirit of a trekker can hop on the toy train that will take you on a tour of the caves right from the entry point. The restaurant and canteen run by MTDC can take care of your hunger pangs. If you are planning a one-day tour to the Elephanta Caves, this blog will give you more details.
Location: Gharapuri
Timings: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm; closed on Mondays
Entry Fee:
Citizens of India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, & Thailand – ₹10 per person
Other foreign citizens – ₹250 per person
Separate charges involved for videography, toy train ride, and ferry ride
6. Siddhivinayak Temple
one of the most frequented temples in Mumbai, the Siddhivinayak Temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Devotees from across India including famous personalities from Bollywood and sports throng the temple to seek the blessings of Siddhivinayak Ganapati. The auspicious idol of Lord Ganesha is carved out in a single black stone with the trunk bent towards right making it one-of-its-kind. You can plan a visit to this temple with your family for an enriched spiritual experience.
Location: Khed Galli, Prabhadevi
Timings: 05:30 am to 10:00 pm; every day
Entry Fee: NA
7. Chhatrapathi Shivaji Terminus (CST)
Chatrapathi Shivaji Terminus is another UNESCO World Heritage Site situated right in the heart of Mumbai. Built in the year 1888, during the British colonial period, this edifice exemplifies the Victorian-Gothic style of architecture. While you are here, don’t forget to take a photograph with your family and kids. And guess what, the magnificent CST is the most photographed building in India after Taj Mahal!
And once you are done with sightseeing, don’t forget to treat yourself and your dear ones to some lip-smacking food. Whether you are looking for budget restaurants, fine diners or buffet places, Mumbai has it all. Want some great ideas? Read our blog on the top restaurants in Mumbai.
Location: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Area
Timings: Every day
Entry Fee: N/A
8. Nehru Centre
Worked in the memory of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, this middle proliferates his lessons and thoughts through instructive and social projects. It comprises of a tremendous vault formed planetarium that makes interest about cosmology and science in youthful children. You can stargaze with your little ones at the sky theater for a critical time together. Make your children remain at the work area that computes their weight in every one of the nine planets of the close planetary system. Different attractions here, for example, the small cosmic system with Sun at the middle, Moon's surface, a perspective on Earth from Moon, workmanship exhibition, library, and so on will unquestionably get your children accused up of vitality and instinct.
Area: Dr. Annie Besant Rd, Lotus Colony, Worli
Timings: 11:00 am to 05:00 pm; shut on Mondays
Passage Fee: ₹100 per individual (4 years or more)
For subtleties on shows and their timings, check the site
9. Kidzania
Kidzania is an indoor amusement park made exclusively for kids with a unique concept of role-playing in a real city-like environment. Here, kids are required to perform a ‘job’ as a part of their role-playing. After successful completion of the job, they get paid in the form of kidzos money as an encouragement. You can see them brimming with joy as they make their own money for the first job in their life. Parents can relax at the lounge, from where they can monitor their kids on the TV screen. With such interactive edutainment activities, Kidzania should be your ideal destination for a fun-filled day with your tiny tots.
Location: R City Mall, Ghatkopar West
Timings:
10:00 am to 08:00 pm; Tuesday to Friday
10:00 am to 03:00 pm and 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm; Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays
Closed on Mondays
Entry Fee:
Different packages for kids, adults, and senior citizens, ranging from ₹300 to ₹1500. Check the website for more details.
10. Taraporewala Aquarium
Touted as India's most seasoned aquarium, this spot houses an assortment of marine and freshwater angles including coral fishes from the Lakshadweep Islands. It likewise has an Oceanarium that gives you the vibe of strolling under the ocean with intriguing fishes gliding above you. Indeed, there is more. Your children can contact a portion of the oceanic fishes and creatures without hurting them at the Touch Pool. You can likewise appreciate a whale of a period at the fish spa alongside your little ones. This aquarium is an ideal mix of instruction and amusement, making it a perfect spot to visit with children.
Area: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road, Marine Drive
Timings: 10:00 am to 08:00 pm; shut on Mondays
Section Fee:
Grown-ups – ₹60 per individual
Kids (Below 12 years) – ₹30 per individual
Govt. Workers – ₹30 per individual
