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Mumbai travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-09

Gateway of India, Mumbai
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Common scams in Mumbai

10 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Mumbai, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Mumbai — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Mumbai

6 places worth your time in Mumbai, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Mumbai →

Top food to try in Mumbai

6 dishes to eat in Mumbai, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Mumbai →

Traditions and customs in Mumbai

5 customs and traditions in Mumbai — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Mumbai →

Getting around Mumbai

How to travel around Mumbai — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Mumbai: transport and taxi apps →

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