GuidesIndia
October 2024
GuidesIndia
October 2024

A cultural guide to Mumbai

October 2024

Combining ancient marvels, buzzing bazaars and an exciting contemporary art scene, this multi-faceted Indian metropolis is in constant evolution—and won’t fail to excite

October 2024

KEY NEIGHBORHOODS

Colaba 

THE VIBE

Stay in Colaba for easy access to major attractions such as Gateway of India, boats to Elephanta Caves, museums, gardens, and shops such as Design Temple, a gallery for contemporary art with an enviable gift shop. The Taj Mahal Palace, with its view of the iconic arch landmark, enjoys a reputation as one of the best hotels in the whole country—don’t miss the exceptional high tea in the Sea Lounge. In one of the busiest parts of the city, it feels like an genteel oasis.

Where to stay

The Taj Mahal Palace

Apollo Bunder, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400001

President, Mumbai 

90 Cuffe Parade, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400005

Nariman Point 

THE VIBE

Set in the heart of the city’s central business district at the end of iconic Marine Drive, The Oberoi, Mumbai boasts some of the best skyline and sea views. Choose whether you’d prefer to be oceanside or look out at the Queen’s Necklace (as Marine Drive is colloquially known, thanks to the city lights lining the waterfront). During the day, walk or jog along its palm-lined promenade.  

Where to stay

The Oberoi, Mumbai

Nariman Point, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400 021

Trident, Nariman Point, Mumbai

Nariman Point, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400 021

Juhu 

THE VIBE

Up the coastline, Juhu Chowpatty Beach has long served as a lively social center, where you can pick up a snack from one of the area’s famous street vendors and settle in to watch the cricket players, or just watch the sun set over the Arabian Sea. The area has become even more of a hot spot with Soho House opening in 2018 and other venues setting up. A stay at Novotel Mumbai, Juhu will place you in the heart of the stylish beach scene. 

What’s Nearby

Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach Hotel

Balraj Sahani Marg, Juhu Beach, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400049

JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu

Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400 049

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