Private Guided Half-Day Bandra City Tour in AC Vehicle
by Khaki Tours
Overview
Bandra, often called the 'Queen of the Suburbs,' is a lively area of Mumbai where young people, creative professionals, and expatriates gather. This private guided tour covers about four hours in an air-conditioned vehicle and explores the area's history and landmarks where past empires once fought. The tour includes stops at Bandra Fort, which offers sea views of the sea link and Mahim Bay. Visitors then see Bandstand Promenade, home to Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan and other wealthy residents' villas. The route continues to St. Andrew's Church, the oldest church in Bandra, noted for its Portuguese architecture. The tour passes through a Catholic fishing village on the city's edge and visits Khar Danda, where fish are laid out to dry. There is a walk through narrow village lanes on a hill and a drive through Pali Hill, often called Mumbai's Beverly Hills. The restored and illuminated Bandra Station on Western Railway is also seen. The tour includes a visit to an Indo-Portuguese heritage Catholic village with colorful cottages located in the city center. Finally, the tour stops at Mount Mary Basilica, one of Bandra’s oldest churches featuring Portuguese design. Bottled water and snacks are provided on the tour.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Bandra Fort
An old Portuguese fort offering views of the sea link bridge and Mahim Bay, visited for about 30 minutes.
30 min
Bandstand Promenade
A 15-minute stop at the promenade known for villas owned by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and other wealthy residents.
15 min
St. Andrew's Church
The oldest church in Bandra, featuring distinctive Portuguese architectural elements, visited for about 10 minutes.
10 min
Catholic fishing village
A visit to a Catholic fishing village situated at the edge of the city.
Khar Danda
A brief 5-minute stop to observe fish drying in the sun as part of preservation practices.
5 min
Village lanes walk
A 10-minute walk through narrow, winding lanes of a village situated on a hill.
10 min
Pali Hill
A drive through Pali Hill, an area often compared to Beverly Hills in Mumbai.
Bandra Station, Western Railway
A view of the colonial-era railway station, recently restored and illuminated, located in Bandra.
Indo-Portuguese Catholic village
A 10-minute visit to a heritage Catholic village featuring colorful cottages set within the city.
10 min
Mount Mary Basilica
A 15-minute visit to one of Bandra's oldest churches, known for its Portuguese architectural style.
15 min
Meeting point
Meeting Point: Bandra Fort Garden
End point
Meeting Point: Bandra Fort Garden
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
More things to do in Mumbai
- Mumbai Private City Tour with Guide and Transport, 4-6 Hours
- Mumbai City Sightseeing Tour with English-Speaking Expert Driver
- Banganga Hindu Temples Private Guided Spiritual Walk in Mumbai
- Mumbai Private Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Including Gateway of India, Marine Drive and Film City
- Mumbai Private 3-Hour Slumdog Millionaire Dharavi Slum Tour with Slum Visit
- Mumbai City of Dreams Private Vehicle Tour with Local Guide