Mumbai/South

South Mumbai is the one of the most affluent districts of Mumbai and home to Girgaon Chowpatty, Malabar Hill and Marine Drive. Since the place has been a hub of business activities for over a century, it has attracted business communities from far and wide. Business communities like the Parsis, Jews, Marawaris, and Gujaratis have made South Mumbai their home. This led to places of worship for each of the communities and South Mumbai does have its share of temples, Parsi fire temples, synagogues and even a Chinese temple.

Malabar Hill, the most affluent residential neighbourhood in the city, is also here. Most industrialists have their bungalows here. This is also where the official residences of Maharashtra's Chief Minister and Governor are.

By taxi
This is the best way to reach South Mumbai whether you have arrived by air, train, or bus. The taxi should be able to get you straight to your hotel.

By train
The Western Line is the major line serving South Mumbai, with stops at Mumbai Central, Charni Road and Marine Lines.



There are two stations shared by the Harbour and Central lines within this part of Mumbai.



By bus
BEST serves this district exceptionally well. During peak times buses have standing room only, but at other times it is a comfortable option. Buses in the series 1-199 serve this district.

By car
It is best to avoid getting your car here, especially on a weekday. While all highways terminate here and traffic discipline is better than almost anywhere else in India, the extraordinary amount of traffic and the near impossibility of finding parking close to your destination make this a bad option to take. Even if you drive down, it is a good idea to park your car at one of the paid parking areas run by the Municipal Corporation (look for "BMC" or "MCGM" on the streets) and then take other means of transport to your destination.

On foot
Since the district is not very spread out, walking is a good option. This allows the opportunity of admiring the architecture, interacting with locals and tasting street food.

Museums and galleries




Synagogues




Eat
You can also eat from the various carts and hawkers if you feel your stomach can take it.

Budget

 * Swati Snacks, Tardeo. A safe way to try Indian fast food and street food.
 * Swati Snacks, Tardeo. A safe way to try Indian fast food and street food.

Splurge

 * The Dome, Hotel Intercontinental, Marine Drive. It is an open air bar and snack restaurant with a beautiful view of Bombay.
 * Kebab Corner in the Intercontinental Hotel - High class Indian food in a stylish restaurant with superb views over Back Bay

If you know someone who is a member of the Willingdon, Bombay Gym, Radio club, or CCI beg them to take you there for cheap, good food, and dirt-cheap drinks.

Drink

 * Tetsuma. The bar and restaurant is pretty and has some nice cocktails. A great place to pre-drink before heading off to Prive, the only good nightclub in South Mumbai.
 * Tetsuma. The bar and restaurant is pretty and has some nice cocktails. A great place to pre-drink before heading off to Prive, the only good nightclub in South Mumbai.
 * Tetsuma. The bar and restaurant is pretty and has some nice cocktails. A great place to pre-drink before heading off to Prive, the only good nightclub in South Mumbai.

Budget

 * Anupam Guest House, V. Bhai Patil Rd..
 * Arya Nivas, Kalbadevi Rd..
 * Bentley's is a great budget hotel, but often booked up.
 * Hotel Moti International 10 Best Marg, off of Colaba Causeway. Clean, safe and quiet.

Mid-range

 * Hotel Rosewood, Tulsiwadi opp. A/C Market, Tardeo (nearest landmark is Crossroads Mall, M M Malviya Road. You have to turn left at a little lane a couple of blocks down from Crossroads.),, , -69 ([mailto:rosewood@vsnl.com rosewood@vsnl.com], fax: +91 22 2498 3567). The location is somewhat inconvenient, but has a good restaurant called Oh! Calcutta. ₹1750-4500 (exclusive of tax).