A pleasant walk in this magical part of the city
The Fort area is home to many historical buildings—the best way to visit is by walking and enjoying.
You will walk looking and learning about the main sights of this area, starting at Regal Cinema, followed by the Gateway of India, Cathedral of the Holy Name, and then the buildings on the south side of Kala Ghoda such as the Institute of Science, Prince of Wales Museum, David Sassoon Library, Elphinstone College, Army and Navy Building, Watson Hotel and Jehangir Art Gallery.
We’ll then head over to Oval Maidan, from where we can get a good view of Mumbai University and its clock Tower Rajabhai, as well as Mumbai High Court.
We’ll walk to Churchgate Railway Station, Flora Fountain and the UNESCO Heritage Award Winning St Thomas Cathedral, where we’ll also stop briefly for a lassi or other drink before heading to the Asiatic Society of Mumbai. and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Local Guide for the entire tour
✔ Water / Cold Drink
✖ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✖ Gratuities
✖ Food
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Regal Cinema is a well-known Colaba landmark. We will meet outside.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Gateway of India
Drawing on Hindu and Islamic architectural styles, the gateway of India sits on the waterfront of Southern Mumbai, and since 1924 was the first thing visitors to the city would see when arriving by boat.
Duration: 20 minutes
2
Fort/Kala Ghoda
We'll explore the historic architecture of Fort. Home to some of Mumbai's oldest, and finest buildings.
Duration: 20 minutes
3
Oval Maidan
This is the large park, popular for games of cricket at all times of the day, and from where you can get a good view of Mumbai University and its clock Tower Rajabhai, as well as Mumbai High Court
Duration: 20 minutes
4
St. Thomas Cathedral Mumbai
Soak up the atmosphere is this UNESCO Heritage Award Winning Anglican Church, in use since 1718 and one of the oldest churches in Mumbai. We’ll stop for a refreshing lassi nearby
Duration: 20 minutes
5
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus
Featured in the movie Slumdog millionaire, also infamous as one of the locations of the 2008 Mumbai attacks where two terrorists opened fire, this railway station, a beautiful structure compared to St Pancras Railway Station in London, is a must see
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please wear comfortable shoes for walking and dress modestly for when visiting the temples
• A minimum of 1 person
• Minimum age of 3
