Mumbai · HISTORICAL TOURS
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From seven fishing islands to a colonial port to the megacity, told through its buildings and its street names. These 15 history tours are compared on the era and the area they focus on, the walking involved, and the cost, so you can pick the chapter you most want to hear.
South Mumbai Heritage Walk is a 3-hour guided walk with free-entry stops, big-name landmarks, and great photo angles. Mobile ticket included.
“What a brilliant tour! Sanika was so friendly and personable. She had great knowledge not just of the areas on the tour but of India in general so conversation was broad, interesting and followed throughout the tour. Sanika sprinkled in lots oRead more”
Walk South Mumbai with a private guide, hotel pickup, Parsi bakery snack, and major landmarks from Town Hall to Kala Ghoda.
“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”
A 3-hour south Mumbai heritage walking tour covering CST, St. Thomas’ Cathedral, Kala Ghoda, Watson’s Hotel, Taj Mahal Palace and more for $28.
“A fantastic tour, I learned so much! My guide was so friendly and helpful. I'd definitely recommend.”
A 10-12 hour Lonavala and Karla Caves tour from Mumbai with viewpoints, Ekvira Devi Temple, Buddhist caves, plus guide and AC transport.
“Many thanks to Sameer and Hassan for a lovely day! We thoroughly enjoyed this trip and would highly recommend it. At the temple there are tuk tuks to take you up quite a way, which is great fun, but there are around 200 steps up to the teRead more”
Join a 6-hour Mumbai walk and Elephanta ferry trip with pickup, bottled water, and a guided look at Hindu rock caves and markets.
Walk South Mumbai’s heritage with a small-group guide, chai included, from the Gateway of India to UNESCO CSMT in 2.5 hours.
“Really good tour and the guide was excellent. Can’t remember his name unfortunately.”
Private guided Kanheri Caves tour from Mumbai with AC transport, WiFi, entry included, and a morning hike in Sanjay Gandhi Park.
“Fantastic guide in Yash, wonderful and safe driver. Expert knowledge of the caves and of Mumbai and Indian culture generally. Forecasts!”
Private 5–6 hour Mumbai cultural tour with hotel pickup, lunch, and transport. See Crawford Market, Bandra, Dhobi Ghat, and more.
“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 Mumbai Jewish Heritage tour linking Baghdadi and Bene Israel communities with synagogues, Sassoon Dock, and Jewish landmarks.
“We had an incredible tour with Nasreen. Her deep knowledge of Indian, Jewish, and global history brought the story of Jewish life in Mumbai—past and present—to life in a vivid and meaningful way. Beyond being an expert guide, she is genRead more”
Private Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai with a guide, AC ride, ferry crossing, and a quick Gateway of India stop. 5–6 hours, $59.
“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 Mumbai heritage walk focused on Victorian Gothic and Art Deco landmarks, with snacks, a small group, and guided stories.
“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 better Mumbai.”
A private, 5-hour Jewish heritage tour through Mumbai’s synagogues, community stories, and key city sights, with pickup and no entry fees.
“We had a fantastic tour especially because the tour guide was friendly and very knowledgeable. We toured four Synogogues and a kosher kitchen. We also went to the Taj Palace hotel, the India Gate, and the Dobi Ghat outdoor laundRead more”
Walk South Mumbai with a local guide from Colaba’s landmarks to Gateway of India, Oval Maidan, St Thomas Cathedral, and CSMT.
“So much history!! My guide, Chetan, was so knowledgeable and friendly. We walked all over and took the time to see and discuss history, buildings and more! He works for a local company called Reality Tours and Travel which gives back to the commmunity. I loved this tour and loved my fresh sugar cane juice atop too!”
One day in Mumbai with a private guide and AC car, hitting major colonial-era landmarks plus Dhobi Ghat laundry life.
“I had an urgent business trip to Delhi and Travelastu was very accommodating to my very last minute request!”
A 2-hour guided walking tour of Old Town Mumbai, from Gateway of India to Marine Drive, with local stories and key landmarks.
“I really liked the walking tour of Yo tours with guide Akansha. She lives in the city and can tell also about the life in the city. And I really like the formula of a walking tour where you "feel" it more than if you are behind the glass of vehicle. I was the only one in the group, but they still held the tour just for me....”
