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Borivili National Park
This is a 104 sq.km park is just 40 minutes from the city centre. Once you walk into the national park, you will be overawed by the 109 kanheri caves, which line the side of the rocky ravine in the center of the park. Dating back to the 2nd and 9th centuries, these Buddhist caves are open to the public between 9am – 5:30pm daily. Soak in the wonders of nature. Address:Sanjay Gandhi Udyan, Borivili (east), Mumbai, Tel: +91-22-28860389
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Sir F. W. Stevens’ work remains unrivalled in terms of architectural genius, detail and magnatude. The entire structure cost amounted to an estimated Rs. 16.36 lakh! It was planned at a pivotal spot between the docks and the harbour behind. It was completed in May 1888. It was regarded as the second most photographed building in Asia in the nineteenth century, after the Taj Mahal.
Crawford Market
It was set up with the unflagging drive and support of the city’s first Municipal Commissionner Arthur Crawford, who assumed office in 1865. This huge wholesale maket is the ideal way to soak in the bustle, chaos and old-world charm of the Indian bazaar of yore. It covers an unbelievable 60,200 sq mts.!
Elephanta Caves
The Elephanta Caves are located one and a half hour (by boat) out of Mumbai in the harbour. The site of these magnificent caves contains beautiful reliefs, sculptures, and a temple to the Hindu god, Lord Siva. A visit to these caves will be a very memorable experience for any visitor to the Mumbai area. Address: Gateway Elephanta, Jal Vahatuk Sahakari, Sanstha Maryadit Counter, Gateway Of India, Apollo Bunder Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22026364
Gateway of India
Located in South Mumbai, the Gateway of India is a monumental arch built 26 meters high, made in yellow sandstone, according to 16th century Gujarati architectural style. It was constructed between 1915 to 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V of England and Queen Mary to the city in 1911. This was the only way to enter India at that time. Address: Gateway Of India, Apollo Bunder, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22026364
General Post Office
It is to architect John Begg that one must credit the Indo-Saracenic design of the General Post Office. This is considered Begg’s most well-known design and was completed on March 31, 1913. The central dome of this structure bears a resemblance to Bijapur’s Gol Gumbaz. Its central hall rises through the height of the building to the dome. It was built of basalt with deressings of yellow and white stone.
Haji Ali Mosque
The tomb of a Muslim Saint who died while on pilgrimage to Mecca. It is believed that a casket containing his mortal remains floated and came to rest ona rocky bed in teh sea, where devotees contrsucted the tomb and mosque.
H2O – Experience Mumbai by Boat
The first of its kind and the only Water Sports Complex in Mumbai. It has various activities like Jet Skiing, Speed boating, Parasailing, Cruises etc. To experience the beauty of Mumbai’s skyline up close and personal, we recommend the night cruise. H2O also has an off- shore restaurant called “The Salt water Grill”. Address: Girgaum Chowpatty, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23677546
Heritage Walks
The best way to soak in this magnificent city is by going on a heritage walk with Brinda and Abha, two city architects who do this out of passion. They take you through the old buildings of the fort area, past the church of Colaba, Handloom House, and the wonderful stone buildings of Ballard Pier. You will have to check which Sunday of the month these walks are conducted. Address: P.O.Box 6177, Malabar Hill Post Office, B.G. Kher Marg, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26055756
Horniman Cirlce Garden
Quiet paths leading in from this garden’s beautiful black and gold gates provide a calm retreat. Named after BG Horniman, the Bombay Chronicle editor who participated in India’s freedom movement, the garden has an area for staging school events, poetry readings, music performances and theatre workshops. Address: Horniman Circle, Fort, Mumbai.
Jehangir Art Gallery
The heart of the Kala Ghoda square is undoubtedly the Jehangir Art Gallery. This haven for artists and sculptors is the nucleus of the city’s art fraternity and was built due to the efforts of its found father, the second Baronet Sir Cowasji Baronet. The best collections, both from India and abroad, are displayed here. Address: Adjacent to Prince of Wales Museum, Kalaghoda, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22048212
Mani Bhavan (Gandhi House)
Mani Bhavan is the Mumbai residence of Mahatma Gandhi. Today, it is a symbolic exhibit that displays his old chakra (spinning wheel- an art of spinning your own yarn), sandals, and pictures of events from his life. It also has a mini theatre showing films on Gandhi and India’s struggle for Independence. One can also take a guided tour of Gandhi’s house. Address: 19, Leburnam Road, Gamdevi, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23805864
Marine Drive
Marine Drive - Queen’s Necklaceprior to the 1920’s, this was a stretch of restless azure sea, but when this strip of land was reclaimed along the Backbay, it transformed itself into one of the most recognisable parts of this city and easily one of the most beautiful promenades. The entire drive was more or less complete by 1940.
Nehru Planetarium
The Planetarium recreates an image of the sky as seen from anywhere in the world at any time. On a clear day one can actually observe the solar system with the help of the Planetarium telescope. It is well-renowned for its astronomy, science related activites and exhibitions.
Address: Nehru Centre, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24964676
Open Deck Tours
Get into the open deck bus for a drive around the city area, viewing important landmarks, heritage buildings and sights of Mumbai city. Address: Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation Ltd., Madam Cama Road, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22026713
Prince of Wales Museum
This museum houses the impressive collection of Indus Valley artifacts from Harappa and Mohenjo Daro, dating back more than 5,000 years. It has a collection of valuable artifacts, ivory carvings and status from Elephanta Island and the Jogeshwari caves. Besides these, there is a large collection of miniature paintings from various historical periods and stylistic schools of India. George Wittest designed this museum; it opened in 1923 and is built in the grand Indo-Saracenic style.
Address: 159 Mahatma Gandhi Road, Fort, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22844484, +91-22-22844419
Siddhivinayak Temple
The ultimate destination of thousands of devotees on a Tuesday is the Siddhivinayak Temple. Even the never ending long hours of wait do not discourage them from seeking the blessings of Lord Ganesha. This beautiful temple is located at Prabhadevi.
Sir J. J. School of Art & Architecture
The country’s premier art institute, this scholl bears the name of the renowned city father and benefactor Sir Jamsetjee Jeejeebhoy. Its first pupils were admitted way back in 1857. However, the present building, with sloping tiled roofs and rounded pillars, was built much later in 1877. Many public and private buildings throughout west India owe their murals, paintings, carvings, etc. to the students of this institution.
Theatres
Mumbai is India’s theatre hub and some of the best renditions of plays can be seen here. So, drop in at Prithvi or the N.C.P.A to get a glimpse of the who’s who and experience some of the best english and hindi plays and monologues.
National Centre for Performing Arts
NCPA Marg, Nariman Point, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22833737
Prithivi Theatre
Janvi Kutir, Juhu Church Road, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26149546
Spas
Aquamarine Day Spa
This spa dishes out European-style bliss that comes by way of high-tech, state-of-the-art equipment, well trained therapists and marine based products from beauty giant Thalgo. Aquamarine offers a range of diverse treatments from hydrotherapy to pressotherapy, facials and massages.
Address: 202 Patel House, 2nd Floor, Bomanji Petit Road, Opp. SBI Bank, Kemps Corner, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23811118/19
Frank Provost Salon & Spa
This spa boasts a full range of skin and body treatments including aromatherapy, acupressure and shiatsu, steam room and personal wellness care. At this elegant space spanning three floors, Frank Provost is a hair and beauty salon that believes in offering a personalized solution to individual hair and beauty needs.
Address: 3rd & 4th level, Aryston Center, Opp. JW Marriot Hotel, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-55021440 , +91-22-55025500
Kerala Ayurvedic Health Spa
For Ayruvedic treatments, it’s a good idea to go to the dedicated KAHS, which believes in Total Health Orientation and living in harmony with nature. The spa offers a wide variety of Ayurvedic treatments.
Address:Kamat Club, S. V. Road, Goregaon (West) Mumbai. Tel No: +91-22-28765542
Moksh – The Wellness Place
Brings together breathtaking design and ambience, luxury and comfort with the warmth and personal touch of a club that has various facilities under one roof. Revitalise yourself at Nirvana, their wellness spa offering a selection of massages and treatments to reduce stress, relieve pain, de-tox by certified and trained therapists. Try the oxygen bar, a perfect way to energise the body after an exhaustive day.
Address:Bhulabhai Desai Road, Opp. US Consulate Breach Candy, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23676990
Cinemas
Fame Adlabs
Plot No. 621, New Link Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66991212
Fun Republic
844/4, Shah Industrial Estate, New Link Road, Andheri (West)
Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26732089
Imax Adlabs Multiplex
Bhakti Park, Anik Wadala Link Road, Wadala, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24036463
Metro Adlabs
M. G. Road, Marine Lines, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24036474
Regal
Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, Opp. Museum, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22021017
Weekend Getaways
Alibag
A swift boat ride away, this sun, sand and sea haven has more celebrity homes per square inch than Pali Hill. This one-time naval outpost built by Shivaji’s commander Angre is equally accessible and hospitable to all. The vast expanse of the sea and sky will fill your senses. Want an unconventional holiday? Go to the white sand and clear watered Kihim beach or you could go to the Versoli Beach if you are a Fort buff. Also, there are plenty of temples to visit.
Tourist office: MTDC Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22026713, 22027762
Goa
A relaxing beach holiday awaits you in the charming former portugese colony of Goa. Just one hour flight from Mumbai, Goa hosts a range of excellent beach resorts situated among golden beaches and scenic land scapes. It is an excellent location for a short holiday ro recharge your energy after the hectic fair days.
Lonavla
There are many natural and artificial lakes, which lie scattered around the countryside. There is the possibility of fishing in these lakes but since some of these areas are restricted, it’s best to check with the local officials befir eyou cast your fly! The old Christian Cemetery with very old and intriguing headstones is worth a walk through. Do check out Duke’s Nose, named after the Duke of Wellington’s apparently famous appendage. And don’t forget the chikki that is synonymous with Lonavla. There are also delicious pickles and fudge. Treks for the outdoor enthusiasts are plenty. For those who like to walk for a purpose, there are some Buddhist caves in Karla and Bhaja, just outside Lonavla towards Pune.
Tourist office: MTDC Karla. Tel: +952114 - 282230, 282064
Nasik
Welcome to the grape capital of Maharashtra on the banks of the holy Godavari. Surrounded by nice hills, Nasik has it all: temples, orchards, wineries and industry. Head for Panchavati-Ramkund, where Lord Ram, Laxman and Sita stayed during their exile. It plays host to the great Hindu religious festival, the Kumbh Mela. One can picnic at the Dudhsagar Waterfalls, check out the Nandur Madhmeshwar sanctuary with its 450 plant varieties, different species of insects and migratory birds. And do make a trip to Sula Vineyard’s exciting Tasting Room with a café too.
Tourist office: MTDC Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22026713, 22027762
Kashid
Kashid beach, wedged between two rocky outcrops reaching out into the sea. It is probably the finest beach in the entire stretch from Mandwa down to Murud- Janjira. It has access to a ponderous sea-fort, a lonely lighthouse and a bird of paradise.
Prakruti Resorts, Tel: +91-02144-278509
Panchgani
Panchgani is a small, quiet town with a feel of good old days. Charming old colonial cottages dot the hill station. The soothing breeze rustling through ancident silver oaks is just one of the several ingredients that make this town laid-back and relaxing. The best time to visit this hill station is fom October to April.
Tourist office: MTDC Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22026713
Pune
Pune is considered the cultural capital of Maharashtra. Peeking through between the spanking new glass and concrete is still the erstwhile capital of the Peshwas, and of the Bombay Presidency. In the heart of Pune, the narrow streets with the elevated otlas(platforms) typical of the peth can still be chanced upon. The city grew as a series of peths, or what we may today call wards. The city is also famous for its bakeries.
Tourist office: MTDC Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22026713
Restaurants in Mumbai
Chinese
Asia Wok
Shopper's Stop, 6th floor, Linking Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-39511139, 39507640
China Gate
Tamang Nivas, Waterfield Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26432570
Mainland China
Shalimar Morya Park, Off New Link Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56780011
Ming Yan
Taj Lands End, Bandstand Bandra (West)
Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56681234
Royal China
Sterling Cinema Building, Kajarimal Somani Marg, Fort Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56355311
192, Turner Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-67049555
Sam Pan
Holiday Inn, Balraj Sahani Marg, Juhu Beach, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56934444
Coastal
Ankur
Meadows House, Tamarind Lane, Fort, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22654194
Gajalee Coastal Food
Annexe E-3, Udyog Sadan No. 2, MIDC, Andheri (Wast), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-28227272
Konkan Cafe
Taj President, 90, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66650808, 66650978
Mahesh Lunch Home
Next To Hotel Tulip Star, Juhu Tara Road, Santacruz (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56955554
Continental
Citrus
The Leela Kempinski Mumbai, Sahar Road, Andheri (Wast), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66911359
Indigo
4, Mandlik Road, Off Colaba Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56368999
Indigo Deli
5, Firoze Building, Ground Floor Chatrapati Shivaji Marg, Coloba Mumbai.
Tel: +91-22-66551010/11
Salt Water Grill
H2O Water Sports Complex, Next to Mafatlal Swimming Club, Marine Drive, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23685485
Starters & More
Cambata Building, East Wing, MK Road, Churchgate, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66315871-73
TGI Friday's
Infiniti Mall, 2nd Floor, New Link Road, Oshiwara, Andheri (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-67032063/65
Gujarati Thali
Rajdhani
361, Sheik Memon Street, Opp. Mangaldas Market, Near Crawford Market, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23426919/23449014
Swati Snacks
248 Karai Estate, Tardeo Road, Opp. Bhatia Hospital, Tardeo, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24920994/56808405
Thacker Bhojanalaya
31, Thackers Bhojanalaya Building, Dadi Seth Agairy Marg, Opp. Kalbadevi Road, Kalbadevi, Mumbai.
Tel: +91-22-22011232, 22088035
Indian
North Indian
Baluchi
Intercontinental The Grand, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56992222 Ext-3142
Delhi Darbar
Holland House, Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, Near Regal Cinema, Fort, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22020235
Khyber Restaurant
145, MG Road, Kala Ghoda, Fort, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-673227-29
Masala Bay
Taj Lands End, Bandstand Bandra (west), Mumbai. Tel No: +91-22-56681234
Mela
Phirki Corner, Khan Abdul Gaffar Khan Road, Worli, Mumbai, Tel: +91-22-24945656, 24946956
Peshawri
ITC Grand Maratha Sheraton & Towers, Sahar Road , Andheri, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-28303030
South Indian
Cafe Madras
38-B, Circle House, King's Circle, Matunga, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24014419
Shiv Sagar
Opp. Ramada Hotel Palm Grove, Juhu Beach, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26183585, 26120370
Swadesh
Sea Glimpse Co-op. Hsg. Society, 7 Bungalows, JP Road, Andheri (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26341864, 26340210
Italian
Café Basilico Bistro & Deli
Sentinel House, Arthur Bunder Road, Near Radio Club , Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56345670
Don Giovanni
Hotel Bawa Continental, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26153125
Little Italy
18-B, Hotel Atlantic, Near Maneckji Cooper School, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26608815
Mangi Ferra
Gulmohar Cross Road No. 7, JVPD Scheme, Vile Parle (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66751728, 66751729
Pop Tates
Movie Time Ke Peeche, Shop No 1 & 2, Jagadamba Commercial House, New Link Road, Malad (West), Mumbai.
Tel: +91-22-28445514
Spaghetti Kitchen
Phoenix Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24963333
Stax
Hyatt Regency Mumbai, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66961234
Stella
The Leela Kempinski, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66911234, 66911219
Japanese
Joss
30, K. Dubhash Marg, Kalaghoda, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56356908, 56334233
Origami
4th Floor, Atria Millenium Mall, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24813367-68
Spices
JW Mariott, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56933290
Wasabi
The Taj Mahal Palace & Tower, Apollo Bunder, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56653366
Korean/Vietnamese
Busaba
4 Mandlik Road, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22043769, 22043779
Caravan Serai
155 Waterfield Road, 1st Floor, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26432570, 26452600
Pan Asian
ITC Grand Maratha Sheraton & Towers, Sahar Road, Andheri Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-28303030
Lebanese/Mexican
Bombay Blue
The High Street Pheonix, Shop No. 6, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24961999, 24962999
Lebanese Point
19 B, Sunshine BUilding, 1st Cross, Lokhandwala Complex, Andheri (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26333370
New Yorker
25, Fulchand Niwas, Chowpatty Seaface, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23677500
Sapphire
The Emerald, Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26611150, 66954850
Sizzlers
Kobe Sizzlers
95, Hill Road, Nr. St. Andrew's Church, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26555656, 26555757
Kobe Sizzlers
Pheonix Mill Compound, Lower Parel (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24912233, 24982233
Out of the Blue
Hotel Pali Hill, 14 Union Park, Off Carter Road, Khar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26058227
Yoko Sizzlers
10/11, West View, 309 SV Road, Nr. Akbarally's, Santacruz (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26492313, 26491528
Thai
Lemon Grass Café
Carlton Court, Junction of Pali Hill and Turner Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26432519, 26426053
Tamnak Thai
274, VS Marg, Shivaji Park, Dadar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24474949
Thai Pavilion
Hotel Taj President, 90, Cuffe Parade, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56650808
Thai Wok
5, Juhu Tara Road, Next to Bohemia, Opp. Juhu Church, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26101845, 32411944
Tian Café
48, Gulmohar Road, Next To Sony World, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66914425-26
Fast- Food
KFC
Kenil Worth Shopping Arcade, Corner of 33rd Road, Linking Road, Bandra, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-32006886
McDonalds
The Hub, Nirlon Compound, Upper Ground Floor, Western Express Highway, Goregaon (East), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-32568955
532, Kadamba Kudpi House, Linking Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-32568954, 32552301
Pizza Hut
352, Linking Road, Khar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56925720
Sub-Way
Phoenix Millm Food Court, Opp Marks and Spencer, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56263931
Gelatos/Ice-cream
Amore
Shop No 1, 'B' Building, Gagangiri Co-op Housing Society, Off Carter Road, Khar Danda, Khar, Mumbai.
Tel: +91-22-56208300, 26481559
Amici
Shop 5, Hemkund, Waterfield Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-67101847
Baskin Robbins
Hemlila Enterprises, Gagangiri Apartment, A Wing, Shop No 10, Carter Road Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-55702800
Gelato Italiano
4th Floor, Atria Mall, Worli, Mumbai. Tel No: +91-22-32643388
Ice Stone Factory
1 A/B, Jariwala Mansion, NS Patker Marg, Hughes Road, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23633421
Natural Ice Cream
Classic Corner Building, Hill Road Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26454557
Coffee Houses
Aqua
Sun n Sand Hotel, 39, Juhu Beach, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-27589000
Barista
Bandstand Building, Bandstand, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26434287
Café Coffee Day
Shop No. 14/15, Gagangiri Premises Building, Ground Floor, Carter Road, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-30920323
Cafe Mocha
Classic Corner Building, Hill Road, Next to Holy Family Hospital Bandra, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26433098
Cafe Mocha (Juhu)
Juhu Tara Raod, Opp Ramada Hotel Palm Grove, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-30917951
Le Chocolat, The Chocolate Lounge
Sant Kutir Building, Shop No 5 Backside of KBN, Linking Road, Khar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-39514573
Theobrama
Shop 24, Cusrow Baug, Colaba Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66292929
Open 24 Hrs
Boulevard
The Orchid, 70 C, Nehru Road, Vile Parle (East), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26164040
Citrus
The Leela Kempinski, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56911359
Lotus Cafe
JW Marriott, Juhu Tara Road, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66933276-77
Trattoria
Hotel Taj President, 90, Cuffe Parade, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66650808
Lounges and Bars
6 Degrees The Champagne Lounge
The Leela Kempinski, Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56911333
Atrium Lounge
Taj Lands End, Bandstand, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66681234
Aurus
Nichani Kutir, 12th Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-67106666-67
Cafe Mondegar
Metro House, 5-A, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22020591/22830586
China House
Grand Hyatt, Off Western Express Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66761234
Dome
Level 8, Intercontinental Marine Drive, 135, Marine Drive, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-39879999
Geoffrey’s
Marine Plaza, 29 Marine Drive, Churchagate, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22851212
H2O The Liquid Lounge
Off Linking Road, Opp. Khar Telephone Exchange, Khar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26495151
Hard Rock Café
Bombay Dyeing Mill Compound, P. Budhkar Marg, Opp. Kamala Mills City Studio, Worli, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24382888
Hawaiian Shack
16th Road, Opp. Mini Punjab, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26058753
Henry Tham’s
Dhanraj Mahal, Apollo Bunder, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22023186,22848214
Indigo
4, Mandlik Road, Off Colaba Causeway, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66368999
Ivy Bar & Bistro
Indage House, 82, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Opp. RBI Bank, Worli, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66547939
Myst
6A, Royal Classic, Near Fame Adlabs, Andheri Link Road, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26301660
Not Just Jazz by The Bay
Soona Mahal, 143, Marine Drive, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22851876
Olive Bar and Kitchen
14, Union Park, Near Pali Hill Tourist Hotel, Khar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26058228
On Toes
7, Mithila Shopping Centre, V. Mehta Road, JVPD Scheme, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26144274
Poison
G001/b, Krystal, 206 Patkar Marg, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26423006
Privé
41/44, Mon Repos, Ground Floor, Minoo Desai Road, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22028700
Pure
Taj Land’s End, Bandstand, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66681234
Ra + Voyeur
Pheonix Mills Compound, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66614343
Salt Water Grill
H20 Sports Complex, Next to Mafatlal Swimming Club, Marine Drive, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23685485
Sejjo and the Soul Dish
206, Krystal, Waterfield Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26405555
Shiro
Bombay Dyeing Mill Compound, P. Budhkar Marg, Opp. Kamala Mills City Studio, Worli, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24383008
Squeeze
Behind Hotel Ramee International, 757, S. V. Raad, Khar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26489311/26489317
The Banana Bar
Hotel New Castle, 1st Floor, 355 Linking Road, Khar (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26480483
The Ghetto
30B, Bhulabhai Desai Road, Nr. Mahalaxmi Temple, Breach Candy, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23538418
Velocity
Film Centre, 2nd Floor, Tardeo Road, Haji Ali, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23514343, 23512313
Vie Lounge and Deck
102, Juhu Tara Road, Opp. Little Italy, Juhu, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26603003
White
Garden Court Complex, Block 16, 462, Pheonix Mills, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-65133177
Wink
Taj President, 90, Cuffe Parade, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66650808
Zenzi
183, Waterfield Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66430670/71/72
Shopping
Ethnic Stores
Anokhi
Sells salwar-kurtas, kaftans, skirts in vegetable dyes and traditional Jaipury block-prints. They also have a wide range of cotton and chiffon scarves and sarongs.
Govind Dham, 210 Waterfield Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai - 400 050. Tel: +91-22-26408263
Colaba Causeway
Shop till you drop at Colaba Causeway. Mumbai's very own one-stop shopping street, offering the best bargains on a host of exciting stuff. From junk jewellery to scarves, funky Tantra t-shirts to cool sunglasses, antiques to souvenirs, ethnic footwear to handmade bags, and much much more. Within these narrow lanes you can also find a few silver jewellery shops. Remember, as these are street shops they do not accept credit cards or any foreign currency.
Colaba Causeway, Near Regal Cinema, Colaba, Mumbai - 400 005.
Cottons
Ethnic Indian clothes from the city of Jaipur can be found here. Bright coloured stoles, skirts, scarves, salwars, kurtas, etc make it a fun shopping experience. They also have jewellery and other accessories. Alexandra, St. Sebastian Road Barista Lane, behind Lilavati hospital, Bandra (West) Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26518408
FabIndia Stores
Ethnic Indian clothes such as skirts, tops and trousers with Indian prints are available here.
No. 2 & 4, Navroze, 66 Pali Hill, Next to HDFC Bank, Bandra (West), Mumbai - 400 050. Tel: +91-22-26465286/26465289
Soma Shop
This is the last divinity of the Jaipur trinity to descend to Mumbai. Soma does block prints in softer shades, with a preference for pastels. They also sell knicks-knacks such as napkin rings, coasters, make-up bags, etc.
A-2 Amar Chand Masion, Above Golden Gate Restauran, 16, Madam Cama Road, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22826050
Warp ‘n’ Weft
Pronoti Datta, Sethna Building, GF, 55 Maharshi Karve Road, Marine Lines, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22000554
Shops
Abraham & Thakore
The courtyard, Minoo Desai Marg, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66385486
Amara
I-3-5 Kemps Boulevard, Kwality House, Kemps Corner, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-23872538
Century Mills Showrooms
Century Mill compound, Next to worli doordarshan, Worli Mumbai. Te: +91-22-24915959
Frazer & Haws
Landmark Building, Off Turner Road, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66750200
Hidesign
M28 Hilton Towers. Tel: +91-22-22846317
Shop No L48, Inorbit Mall, Tel: +91-22-66430415
Maspar
Mandlik Road, Colaba, (Cotton world Indigo Lane), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-22875619
Moon River
1, The Courtyard, SP centre, 41/44 Minoo Desai Marg, Colaba, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66385460
Good Earth
Raghuvanshi Mills, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-65720345
Phillips Antiques
Indian Mercantile Mansion, Madam Cama, Opp. Regal Cinema, Fort, Mumbai.
Shoppers Stop
Suburbia - Old Bandra Talkies, Bandra (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26435424/26434501
Shyam Ahuja
A/6 Poonam Apt., Shivsagar Estate, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-65246967
The Bombay Store
Sir P. M. Road, Fort, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-40669999
Tressorie
60A, LinkingRoad, Next to Arya Samaj, Santacruz (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-26608042/206612041
Malls
Looking for a little retail therapy? India is just the place for you. With the growing number of malls in India there is always something for everyone from designer labels, music stores, clothing and shoe stores to a number of eateries. Check out the following if you have time:
Atria
No 2, Royal Garden, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24910701/24813333
High Street Pheonix
462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24964307/24920912
Inorbit Mall
Mindspace, Link Road, Malad (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56777999
Nirmal Lifestyle
LBS Marg, Opp. Nirmal Nagar, Mulund (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-67973180/81
Music Stores
Rhythm House P Ltd
40, Rampart Row Building, K.Dubash Marg, Kalaghoda, Fort, Mumbai. Tel No: +91-22-22842835/22842940
Planet M
Times Of India Building, Opp. CST Station, Dr. D.N. Road, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-56353872/56353873
Planet M
462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Phoenix Mills Compound, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-24944609/24946452
Supermarkets
Big Bazar
462, Senapati Bapat Marg, Phoenix Mills Compound, Lower Parel, Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-66624900/66624713
Hyper City
Next to Inorbit Mall, Malad Link Road, Malad (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-40078400
Spencers
Inorbit Mall India Pvt. Ltd., 2nd Floor Mall Office, Link Road, Malad (West), Mumbai. Tel: +91-22-28783829, 56777999
Hotels in Mumbai
Eastern Int. Hotel
Balraj Sahani Marg, Juhu Beach, Mumbai 400 049. Tel: +91-22-56934444, Fax: +91-22-56934455
Hyatt Regency
Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai 400 059. Tel: +91-22-66961234, Toll Free: 1800-228001
Grand Hyatt
Off Western Express Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. Tel: +91-22-66761234, Fax: +91-22-66761235
Intercontinental The Grand
Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai 400 059. Tel: +91-22-66683333, 66992222
ITC Grand Maratha Sheraton
Sahar Road, Andheri, Mumbai 400 099. Tel: +91-22-28303030
JW Marriot
Juhu Tara Road, Juhu, Mumbai 400 049. Tel: +91-22-56933290
Ramada Plaza Palm Grove
Juhu Beach, Mumbai 400 049. Tel: +91-22-26112323, 26110505, Fax: +91-22-26113682
Sun n Sand Hotel
39, Juhu, Beach, Juhu, Mumbai 400 049. Tel: +91-22-56934444, Fax: +91-22-56932170
Taj Lands End
Bandstand Bandra (West), Mumbai 400 050.Tel: +91-22-56681234, Fax: +91-22-56994488
Taj President Hotel
90, Cuffe Parade, Colaba, Mumbai 400 005. Tel: +91-22-56650808, Fax: +91-22-56650303
The Hilton Towers
Nariman Point, Mumbai 400 021. Tel: +91-22-56324343, Fax: +91-22-56934142
The Leela Kempinski
Opp. International Airport, Sahar, Mumbai 400 059. Tel: +91-22-56911234, Fax: +91-22-56911212
The Oberoi
Nariman Point, Mumbai 400 021. Tel: +91-22-56325757, Fax: +91-22-56324142
The Taj Mahal Palace & Towers
Apollo Bunder, Mumbai - 400 001. Tel: +91-22-56934444, Fax: +91-22-56934455
The Marine Plaza
29, Next to Air India Building, Marine Drive, Marine Lines, Mumbai 400 020. Tel: +91-22-22851212
Le Meridien Mumbai
Sahar Airport Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai 400 059. Tel: +91-22-28380000
Sea Princess
969, Juhu Tara Road, Mumbai 400 049. Tel: +91-22-26611111
The Orchid - An Ecotel Hotel
Nehru Road, Vile Parle (East), Mumbai 400 099. Tel: +91-26164040
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