Mumbai Area Guides

Formerly known as Bombay, this is the financial capital of India. It hosts the Bombay Stock Exchange on Dalal Street and all major Indian and multinational businesses have their head offices here, mostly in the southern part of the city. It is also the film-making centre for Hindi cinema. 'Bollywood' as it is known, is said to churn out more than 200 movies every year. Most film stars have their homes in the northern suburbs of the city.

Mumbai is a vibrant city in which you can hear of rags-to-riches stories almost everyday. A magnet for people from all over the country, the biggest challenge faced by the city today is its bursting population. Presented to the British by a Portuguese princess, this city was originally a collection of seven fishing villages; some of the villages being located on islands away from the mainland. Land reclamation drives have made it what is it today.

Dubbed as 'The City That Never Sleeps', you will find activity on its streets any time of the night or day. It's a fairly safe city with a culture that allows an unescorted woman to return home from work past midnight without fearing for her safety.

Where to Stay in Mumbai

Mumbai is a large conglomeration and for you to maximise your leisure time and to get the most out of the city it is important for you to carefully choose your accommodation. There is no lack of excellent hotels in Mumbai, from five-star to well thought out three-star options – the only major decision you'll have to make is exactly where you would like to be based and whether you would like to rotate through the excellent hotel amenities available from the airport to right downtown. (Read more...)

Mumbai Attractions

The city of Mumbai is the economic capital of India; a melting pot in which hundreds of people pour into everyday from all over the country. A costal city which was originally made up of seven islands, Mumbai has grown in size and stature over the past few centuries. It is a must-visit metropolis for anyone coming to India. Originally the little fishing village of Mumbai was given as gift by the Portuguese to the British.  (Read more...)

Mumbai Activities

A pioneer in the entertainment and leisure industry, Mumbai features many different activities for residents and visitors alike. It was in Mumbai that the first 'Yoga Laughter Club' opened – a club that has since spread around the world. A further example: Essel World was the first major water and amusement park to open in India, around two decades ago. (Read more...)

Mumbai Restaurants

For many Indians, eating out is almost a sacred duty and so it is natural that there will be some great restaurants in the subcontinent's large metropolises. Mumbai, being the cultural melting pot that it is, has more than its fair share of great restaurants. There is North Indian food, South Indian Food, Chinese, Thai, Rajasthani, and of course Continental food available.   (Read more...)

Mumbai Nightlife

While going to a disco or drinking in a pub are part of the nightlife scene in Mumbai, most people prefer to drive around and eat at roadside eateries, and to stroll along the beaches. Marine Drive, Chowpatty beach, Nariman Point and Fort Road are fairly active places at night with shops and restaurants open well past 23:00. (Read more...)

Mumbai Shopping

Shopping in Mumbai can be quite an experience. You can pay 20 dollars for a nice branded dress in one shop and find that an exact replica of the dress is available for five dollars on the street. You can pick up some chunky chain jewellery off the pavement for 12 dollars and wonder in amazement how the jewellery counter at the mall is selling the exact same thing at 50 dollars.  (Read more...)

Mumbai Information

There are three main transport options in Mumbai: Train, Bus, and Taxi. The Mumbai local trains are used extensively as a means of mass transportation. It is best to avoid them during the office rush hours in the morning and the evening. Other than that all through the day they offer a comfortable ride to your chosen destination. (Read more...)

Mumbai Maps

Our interactive map (and satellite views) displays all available hotels with photos, facilities and guest comments as well as attractions, landmarks and other items of interest with links to relevant information pages. (Read more...)