MUMBAI
Mumbai’s best days out.
The 15 best historical tours in Mumbai. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.
3-hour South Mumbai heritage walk: Gateway of India, CST, Victorian Gothic Revival, free entry stops, small-group mobile ticket.
Most Popular“Aakash was superb. His historical knowledge of Mumbai was extensive and very interesting. He was also a very likeable person.”
Private South Mumbai heritage walk with a guide, hotel pickup, Yazdani snack, and key stops from Asiatic Society to Kala Ghoda and Lion Gate.
“I had a great experience on this private tour with Meherbeen. We were lucky that it was a nice and comfortably warm late morning meetup. We did a 3.5 to 4 hour walking tour with 1 local bus hop on and off. Meherbeen was a cacophony oRead more”
South Mumbai heritage walking tour with English guides: UNESCO Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Marine Drive, cathedrals, cast-iron sites for $28.
“Amazing tour. Engaged, passionate guide wha loved sharing her perspective on Indian history and culture.”
A full-day private trip from Mumbai to Lonavala, Khandala, Tiger’s and Lion’s Points, Ekvira Temple, Karla Caves, and Monkey Point.
“Long day but extremely interesting the cave's were amazing, only problem was the smoggy sky which Limited the views at the lookout. Guide and driver were amazing”
A well-run Mumbai day trip combining a ferry to Elephanta Caves and an easy southern-city heritage walk with markets, landmarks, and a guide.
“Very well organised and interesting tour.”
A small-group 2.5-hour South Mumbai heritage walk with chai, iconic landmarks, and a UNESCO stop at CSMT for $16.
Private guided Kanheri Caves tour from Mumbai with AC pickup, English guide, WiFi, and entrance included in a 5–6 hour day trip.
“Mehul is a great tour guide! He knows the caves in and out, spending his free time learning about them. He’s also a great photographer, and his knowledge of the caves along with the walk was truly memorable.”
Private Mumbai cultural tour with hotel pickup, lunch, and offbeat stops from Crawford Market to Dhobi Ghat and CSMT.
“We had such a wonderful day with Sho. He couldn’t have been more accommodating and he showed us so many interesting cultural highlights of Mumbai. We especially loved the chaotic open air cricket, the famous chai walla and the delicious lunch! We definitely recommend this tour.”
Private Jewish heritage tour in Mumbai with synagogues, Sassoon Dock, the Jewish Library, and Chabad House if available, led by Nasreen.
“We had the best experience / tour with Nasreen! She went above and beyond in making our experience special. We learned so much about the Jewish history in Mumbai and the city in general. Additionally, she went out of her way to help Read more”
Private guided Elephanta Caves UNESCO tour from Mumbai with AC pickup, expert explanations, and a quick Gateway of India stop.
“I loved this tour and my guide Hardik. He was very knowledgeable, punctual and professional. He had great energy and I felt relaxed with him at the helm. He made sure to take care of all my needs and answered all my questions. This is a greRead more”
A 3-hour walk through Mumbai’s Gothic and Art Deco landmarks, guided storytelling, and a small group feel, with snacks included.
“I had an interesting and informative tour provided by Pankaj. He was very knowledgeable and gave a lot of information, not just about the architectural landmarks, but also about the history of Mumbai. In addition, he was friendly and helpful, and could answer all my questions. I recommend this tour to anyone interested in understanding…”
A 5-hour private Jewish heritage tour in Mumbai with synagogue visits, community stories, and major landmarks, including Dhobi Ghat and Gateway.
“Hanna did an outstanding job of showing the cultural sites of Mumbai, including the Jewish sites on the itinerary and peppering in aspects of the city that were not to be missed. I felt very immersed during the tour, and would highly recommend it to others considering”
A guided 3-hour heritage walk through Colaba and South Mumbai, hitting Gateway of India, Oval Maidan, St. Thomas Cathedral, and CST.
“We did this tour on 28th Feb and we were the only two people on it. We really enjoyed it and found the guide very knowledgeable about all the buildings and the history of Mumbai. Would recommend this tour for gaining a good knowledge of the history of the city and the culture”
A 2-hour guided walk through Old Town Mumbai from Gateway of India to Marine Drive, with stories, hidden lanes, and practical tips.
“Most memorable? That the guide DID NOT SHOW UP.”
Walk Mumbai’s Fort at night for street-food tastings like pav bhaji and bhel puri, plus landmark stops at GPO, Leopold Café, and Gateway of India.
“Nasir was a wealth of knowledge and we tried some delicious food! It was nice having a local to show us the ropes! It was good value for the money.”
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