Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport 22 min
Elephanta Island (1 hr 48) Ferries travel to this wooded island known for its ancient caves dedicated to Shiva. Dadasaheb Phalke Chitranagari (30 min.) Film & television studio complex offering guided tours of renowned Bollywood sets. Elephanta Caves (54 min.) Island with an ornately sculpted 7th-century cave temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Mahakali Caves (11 min.) Stone monastery caves carved from rock are the focus of this ancient archeological site. Global Vipassana Pagoda (1 hr 24.) Built to honor Buddha this Golden pagoda with a massive stone dome features a huge meditation hall. Bandra-Worli Sea Link (28 min.) Expansive 8-lane cable-stayed bridge linking western & southern Mumbai across the Bandra Channel. Dhobi Ghat (40 min.) Landmark outdoor laundry where hundreds of workers wash & dry huge quantities of clothing & linens. Basilica Of Our Lady Of The Mount (32 min.) 16h century Catholic church rebuilt in 1761 holding the annual feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Shri Siddhi Vinayak Ganpati Mandir (35 min.) Dedicated to Ganesha this grand Hindu temple features an inner gold-plated roof & carved doors. Esselworld (1 hr 21.) Amusement park offering thrill rides & roller coasters plus kid-friendly rides & play areas. Powai Lake (18 min.) 19th-century artificial lake featuring boating fishing & several parks along its shores. Haji Ali Dargah (41 min.) Mogul-style island mausoleum holding the tomb of Pir Haji Ali Shah Bukhari a Muslim saint. Aksa Beach (46 min.) Sunset photography is popular at this bustling beach with shallow waters & many food vendors. |