A holiday in Mumbai is an intoxicating assault on the senses. It’s big, it’s bustling and it’s chaotic, and Mumbai city, also known as Bombay, is famous for being the home of Bollywood and Indian high fashion. The city is located on a small island connected to the mainland by a number of bridges and is a paradox of both wealth and poverty, evident in the contrast between the slums and the opulent buildings. With its streets are filled with temples, mosques and bazaars, a Mumbai holiday will engulf you.

The city offers numerous fascinating museums. The Hanging Gardens, located on the slope of Malabar Hill, give visitors a panoramic view of Marine Drive with its Art Deco architecture and nearby Chowpatty Beach. Mumbai is also home to some of the country’s finest Indian restaurants, a diverse melting pot of cuisines from the north and south. Shopping in Mumbai’s bustling markets is a great way to get to know the people and their culture, with a dizzying array of produce and products and a lively, chaotic blend of all that is India in a nutshell. 

Why travel to Mumbai

• Shopping is not only a cultural adventure, but it’s also a memorable experience and excellent retail therapy! 
• As the gateway to India, Mumbai’s history and culture are fascinating and absorbing. 
• The vibrant nightlife is renowned as the best you’ll find in the country. 
• It’s the home of Bollywood so make sure to visit the cinema. 
• Explore the city’s largest park, the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. 
• Its history dates from the 1st Century BCE onwards. 
• The beaches are superb. 
• Mumbai also boasts a cutting-edge contemporary art scene. 

With its fine dining restaurants standing shoulder to shoulder with fabulous food stalls, exquisite fashion boutiques and colourful bazaars, vibrant streets and impressive architecture, plus history and art to the nines, and Mumbai is a fascinating holiday destination. Let Thompsons Holidays arrange a Mumbai holiday package especially for you.