Essential Things to Carry on a Mumbai Day Tour

Mumbai, the city of dreams, is among the most vibrant cities in the world, where people from diverse geographical and cultural backgrounds live in symphonic harmony. The city is a unique cosmopolitan, where old school charm is as much alive as modern sophistication, which makes Mumbai one of India’s biggest tourist attractions. Millions of people visit the commercial capital of India every year, not only from other parts of the country, but from around the world. 

List of Places to Visit:

Mumbai is quite a big city and has several tourist spots spread across its length and breadth. Truth be said, having a complete Mumbai tour in a day is not possible. To save the trouble, having a list of places to visit is extremely important, as it will allow you to make the most of the time at hand. For instance, if you need at least 4-5 hours if you want to tour the entire South Bombay, and to make sure you don’t miss anything, you need a list handy. 

If you, too, want to visit this wonderful city, following are a few essential things you must carry on a Mumbai day tour:

• A Good Smartphone + Power-Bank 

Mumbai is called “The City of Dreams” and it will give you a thousand memories every time you step on its turf. From glorious historical monuments and busy railway stations, to buzzing markets and 24/7 vibrant streets, you would definitely want to capture each and every moment, and hence, you need a good smartphone to take pictures. Handling a decent quality DSLR can be cumbersome at places, making a mobile camera the best option. You can even share these memories on social networks on the go, but don’t forget a power bank, as heavy usage can drain the battery sooner than expected.

• Essential Medicines and Hydrators  

Mumbai is hot and humid throughout the year, except for a couple of months in winter. The climate, though quite bearable at night and can be quite unpleasant in during daytime. Especially, when you’re on the road, exploring places like Dharavi, or even the busy Fort area, you will need to hydrate yourself every now and then. Also, having a strip of paracetamols can be quite useful if you suffer headaches frequently. That said, there’s nothing much to worry about, and this is just a precautionary measure. 

• Backpack to Carry Everything 

You wouldn’t want all those handbags to come in between your enjoyment, and as you go about shopping, things can pile up pretty quick. A spacious backpack can be very helpful in which you can stuff all your souvenirs and keep your hands free. You can also use it to store your power bank, water-bottle, medicines, etc, so that nothing stops you from moving around comfortably.

• Enough Cash for Street Food & Shopping 

One of the many reasons that make Mumbai a tourist’s delight is the roadside shopping through the city. From the exquisite antiques in Chor Bazar to cheap ethnic and casual wear at Fashion Street, you will come across a plethora of unique and fascinating things on your Mumbai Day Tour. Likewise, you can ill-afford to miss the mouth-watering Mumbai street food in Girgaon Chowpatty, Mohammed Ali Road, Juhu Chowpatty, Ghatkopar Khau Galli, and several such street food arcades. Sadly, almost no street vendor accepts card or digital payments, which is why you need enough cash to fulfil your desires.