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Who doesn’t like exploring an extravagant place like Mumbai? It is a coastal city that offers experiences for every person. It has some lovely places for people who can’t afford to spend money on anything and want to enjoy the pretty atmosphere. Here, Things2Do mentions 10 must-do free things in Mumbai that can fill your soul with happiness.
1Visit Marine Drive
Marine Drive is a perfect landscape to visit on a pretty day to enjoy the typical Mumbai vibes. It’s a road surrounding the sea where people can walk, jog, and exercise during the morning or evening. It remains busy throughout the day and at night. If you like to sit in solace, feeling every inch of your emotions, go and sit at the sea-facing place around 11:00 p.m.
Do not forget to grab your phones and keep enjoying your own company while feeling the cold breeze on your face. After the evening, the lighting of the city may drive you to sit there for many good hours.
2Visit Gateway of India
The Gateway of India is a historical place full of crowds. An elegant statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj lies in great glory near the monument. People often like to click pictures in this zone due to its popularity across the nation. On the right side of this enormous building, you can see the famous Taj Hotel.
While roaming here under the broad sunlight of the day, you can spot lovely clouds and pigeons flying high in the sky. People like to enjoy the sea view from the corners, where boating is also available.
📍 Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
3Take blessings at the Siddhivinayak temple
Siddhivinayak Temple is one of the most special Hindu temples of Lord Ganesha. It is recognized on a global level. Many celebrities keep visiting it. Thousands of devotees gather here to seek the Lord’s blessings daily. There is no need to pay for the entrance into the temple. Its doors remain open for every devotee.
Keep in mind that the timings of aarti vary with each day. Generally, it’s less crowded during the afternoon hours.
Time – 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
📍 SK Bole Rd, Prabhadevi, Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400028
4Visit Flora Fountain
This gorgeous fountain depicts a wonderful image of the Roman goddess of flowers, Flora. Her figure lies at the extreme top and many mythological figures surround her underneath from various corners. White oil paint covers the monument, which makes it even more mesmerising to be immersed in the white beauty.
📍 Veer Nariman Road, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
5Visit Juhu beach
Juhu Beach is a popular spot for both Mumbaikars and travelers. It’s due to the hyperactive environment of this place, which attracts every individual. It offers breathtaking sunset views that are purely aesthetic.
The main delight around Juhu Beach is locating houses and bungalows for various Bollywood celebrities. You never know if you can get lucky and meet your favourite star sometimes. Try to avoid this place during high tides to prevent danger.
6Visit Bandra Murals
Bandra Murals is in the suburbs of Mumbai. Here, you can view graffiti walls with vibrant splashes and colours of famous Bollywood celebrities. This place was built as part of some Bollywood art projects. Since then, people have come here to click Instagram pictures while posing in front of these walls in perfect daylight.
If you are somebody who keeps themselves around likes and comments on social media, Bandra Murals is the perfect destination for you to be at.
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
📍 301, Cecilia Villa, 62A, ChapelRd, St Sebastian Colony, Ranwar, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050
7Explore Art Jehangir Gallery
At Jahangir Art Gallery, you can spend some healthy hours of your day enjoying the solitude. It is a living paradise of artwork, including sculptures, statutes, paintings, sketches, and many more with deep hidden meanings. Here, every piece of art explains the story that you can only feel.
There’s a street show outside the gallery where simple yet elegant paintings hang on the walls with vibrant colours and beauty.
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
📍 161B, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
8Visit Mt. Mary’s Basilica
Mount Mary Basilica in Bandra is one of the oldest churches in the city. People from different faiths come here to seek the prestigious blessings of Mother Mary. The famous Bandra Fair occurs in September for a week. During this period, thousands of Catholics and non-Catholics come here to participate in the joy of the festival.
The present structure is almost a century old, which fills your heart with tranquillity. The inside of the church looks like pure heaven.
Time – 6:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
2:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
📍 Mt Mary Rd, near Shanti Avedna Sadan, Mount Mary, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050
9Visit Haji Ali Dargah
Haji Ali Dargah is another famous spot in Mumbai. Here, Muslims and non-Muslims come in the thousands to immerse themselves in the Sufi spirit. The sunset from this place looks breathtaking.
As Mumbai is a busy city, this mosque works as an escape from the hustles and bustles of life. The dargah’s white marble, domes, and doorways are a symbol of its beauty. It’s surrounded by the majestic Arabian Sea, which keeps its atmosphere cold and alluring.
Time: 6:45 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.
📍 Dargah Rd, near Lala Lajpatrai Marg, Haji Ali, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400026
10Visit Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
This is an old and popular railway station that is recognised by people nationally. It’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The magnificent building of CST looks like a dreamy monument. After looking at it for the first time, you can doubt if it is a railway station. It exhibits British architecture most finely, carved out of marble.
📍 Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Area, Fort, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400001
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Conclusion:
From affordable places to luxury villas, Mumbai is a blend of diverse landmarks. These are must-do items while on a trip to Mumbai. You can visit them with your friends or just stroll around by yourself.
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