Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
Are you visiting Mumbai with your parents, spouse, and kids? The city has a long list of places where families can have fun and create indelible memories. Here are some of the best places to visit in Mumbai with family.
1. Gateway of India, Mumbai
Gateway of India| #1 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
Gateway of India was built in 1924 by George Willet to honor the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Mumbai. Visit this place in the early morning or late evening hours to enjoy the cool breeze of the sea with your family sans the crowd. Located next to the iconic Taj Mahal Palace and facing the vast Arabian Sea, the Gateway of India leaves you spellbound in every way possible. Take a ferry ride offered here to experience a stupendous view of this monument right from the sea and you can also visit other main attractions nearby.
And the best part? You don’t have to spend a penny to enjoy the beauty of this iconic monument which is often called the Taj Mahal of Mumbai. And the city has many such places that you can enjoy free of cost.
Check out our blog on the best things to do in Mumbai for free for some great ideas.
- Location: Apollo Bandar, Colaba, Mumbai
- Timings: 24×7; every day
- Entry Fee: Free entry
Ferry rides are chargeable
2. Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai
Sanjay Gandhi National Park | #2 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
Sprawling over an area of 104 sq. km. of land, this is one of the most visited national parks in Asia. With all sorts of fun activities, this park can surely be a family entertainer. You can watch the big cats of the park close enough in a safari cage and have a fun day boating in the artificial lake in the park. Take the forest road or stairs and hike towards the Gandhi Tekdi, a memorial built in the memory of Mahatma Gandhi. The toy train, Van Rani, is another popular attraction here, especially among kids. You can also visit the 2000-years-old Kanheri Caves to capture the Buddha relics. The undisturbed natural trails and the Jain Temple in the forest are also sure to make your visit a memorable one.
- Location: Borivali East, Mumbai
- Timings: 07:30 am to 06:30 pm; closed on Mondays
- Entry Fee:Adults – ₹53 per person
Children (Between 5 to 12 years of age) – ₹28 per person
Children (Below 5 years) – free
Additional charges for Kanheri Cave visit, safari, boat ride, and toy train ride
3. Red Carpet Wax Museum, Mumbai
Red Carpet Wax Museum | #3 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
Ever imagined standing next to Barack Obama, striking a pose with Michael Jackson or taking a selfie with Harry Potter? Yes, you read it right. Come to the city of dreams and fulfill this dream at the Red Carpet Wax Museum. It exhibits lifelike wax figures of prominent icons from various fields including science, politics, sports and world cinema. So, take selfies with your favorite icon, post it on the social media, and make your friends jealous.
- Location: Amrut Nagar, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai
- Timings: 09:45 am to 09:30 pm; every day
- Entry FeeWeekdays – ₹250 per person
Weekends – ₹350 per person
Check their website for details on combo offers
4. Haji Ali Dargah, Mumbai
Haji Ali Dargah | #4 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
How about taking a trip with your family to one of the most popular religious shrines in Mumbai, built right in the middle of the Arabian Sea? Yes, we are talking about Haji Ali Dargah that houses the tomb of Sayed Peer Haji Ali Shah Bukhari. This grand edifice is made of white marbles and exemplifies the Indo-Islamic style of architecture. A walk through the causeway that connects the Dargah to the Lala Rajput Rai Marg is the main attraction of this place. Feel the spirituality of this place with your dear ones, while enjoying a panoramic view of the deep blue waters!
- Location: Dargah Road, Mumbai
- Timings: 05:30 am to 10:00 pm; every day
- Entry Fee: N/A
5. Elephanta Caves, Mumbai
Elephanta Caves | #5 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
Take a tour to this UNESCO World Heritage Site in Mumbai and get wonderstruck by the massive rock-cut caves that date back to several centuries. It has five caves dedicated to Hindu god Shiva and two caves depicting Buddhist architectures. To reach this place, you need to take a one-hour ferry ride from the Gateway of India, during which you can also enjoy the scenic beauty of Mumbai. Those who lack the spirit of a trekker can hop on the toy train that will take you on a tour of the caves right from the entry point. The restaurant and canteen run by MTDC can take care of your hunger pangs. If you are planning a one-day tour to the Elephanta Caves, this blog will give you more details.
- Location: Gharapuri, Mumbai
- Timings: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm; closed on Mondays
- Entry Fee:Citizens of India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, & Thailand – ₹10 per person
Other foreign citizens – ₹250 per person
Separate charges involved for videography, toy train ride, and ferry ride
6. Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumbai
Siddhivinayak Temple | #6 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
One of the most frequented temples in Mumbai, the Siddhivinayak Temple is dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Devotees from across India including famous personalities from Bollywood and sports throng the temple to seek the blessings of Siddhivinayak Ganapati. The auspicious idol of Lord Ganesha is carved out in a single black stone with the trunk bent towards right making it one-of-its-kind. You can plan a visit to this temple with your family for an enriched spiritual experience.
- Location: Khed Galli, Prabhadevi, Mumbai
- Timings: 05:30 am to 10:00 pm; every day
- Entry Fee: NA
7. Chhatrapathi Shivaji Terminus (CST), Mumbai
Chhatrapathi Shivaji Terminus (CST) | #7 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Family
Chatrapathi Shivaji Terminus is another UNESCO World Heritage Site situated right in the heart of Mumbai. Built in the year 1888, during the British colonial period, this edifice exemplifies the Victorian-Gothic style of architecture. While you are here, don’t forget to take a photograph with your family and kids. And guess what, the magnificent CST is the most photographed building in India after Taj Mahal!
And once you are done with sightseeing, don’t forget to treat yourself and your dear ones to some lip-smacking food. Whether you are looking for budget restaurants, fine diners or buffet places, Mumbai has it all. Want some great ideas? Read our blog on the top restaurants in Mumbai.
- Location: Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus Area, Mumbai
- Timings: Every day
- Entry Fee: N/A
Places to Visit in Mumbai with Kids
One of the most prized gifts you can give your kids is fun-filled memories. And while in Mumbai, this isn’t a tough task at all. Listed below are some of the places to visit in Mumbai with kids, where they can create memories to cherish a lifetime.
8. Nehru Center, Mumbai
Nehru Center | #8 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Kids
Built in the memory of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, this center propagates his teachings and ideas through educational and cultural programs. It consists of a spectacular dome-shaped planetarium that creates curiosity about astronomy and science in young kids. You can stargaze with your little ones at the sky theater for a memorable time together. Make your kids stand at the cubicle that calculates their weight in each of the nine planets of the solar system. Other attractions here, such as the miniature galaxy with Sun at the center, Moon’s surface, a view of Earth from Moon, art gallery, library, etc. will surely get your kids charged up with energy and intuitiveness.
- Location: Dr. Annie Besant Rd, Lotus Colony, Worli, Mumbai
- Timings: 11:00 am to 05:00 pm; closed on Mondays
- Entry Fee: ₹100 per person (4 years and above)
For details on shows and their timings, check the website
9. Kidzania, Mumbai
Kidzania | #9 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Kids
Kidzania is an indoor amusement park made exclusively for kids with a unique concept of role-playing in a real city-like environment. Here, kids are required to perform a ‘job’ as a part of their role-playing. After successful completion of the job, they get paid in the form of kidzos money as an encouragement. You can see them brimming with joy as they make their own money for the first job in their life. Parents can relax at the lounge, from where they can monitor their kids on the TV screen. With such interactive edutainment activities, Kidzania should be your ideal destination for a fun-filled day with your tiny tots.
- Location: R City Mall, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai
- Timings:10:00 am to 08:00 pm; Tuesday to Friday
10:00 am to 03:00 pm and 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm; Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays
Closed on Mondays - Entry Fee:Different packages for kids, adults, and senior citizens, ranging from ₹300 to ₹1500. Check the website for more details.
10. Taraporewala Aquarium, Mumbai
Taraporewala Aquarium | #10 of 10 Places to Visit in Mumbai with Kids
Touted as India’s oldest aquarium, this place houses a variety of marine and freshwater fishes including coral fishes from the Lakshadweep Islands. It also has an Oceanarium that gives you the feel of walking under the sea with exotic fishes floating above you. Well, there is more. Your kids can touch some of the aquatic fishes and animals without harming them at the Touch Pool. You can also enjoy a whale of a time at the fish spa along with your little ones. This aquarium is a perfect blend of education and entertainment, making it an ideal place to visit with kids.
- Location: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road, Marine Drive, Mumbai
- Timings: 10:00 am to 08:00 pm; closed on Mondays
- Entry Fee:Adults – ₹60 per person
Children (Below 12 years) – ₹30 per person
Govt. Employees – ₹30 per person
Separate charges for photography and videography.
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