Bombay Fort Heritage Walking Tour
Description
Step into the past on our Bombay Fort Heritage Walking Tour and explore Mumbai’s historic heart beyond the usual sights. Discover colonial architecture, hidden lanes, and stories that shaped the city. Led by a responsible travel company, this tour directly supports local community initiatives. You will walk, looking and learning about the main sights of this area, starting at Regal Cinema, followed by the Gateway of India, Cathedral of the Holy Name, and then the buildings on the south side of Kala Ghoda. We’ll then head over to Oval Maidan, from where we can get a good view of Mumbai University and its Clock Tower, Rajabhai, as well as the Mumbai High Court. We’ll walk to Churchgate Railway Station, Flora Fountain and the UNESCO Heritage Award Winning St Thomas Cathedral, where we’ll also stop briefly for a lassi or other drink before heading to the Asiatic Society of Mumbai. and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus.
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Drawing on Hindu and Islamic architectural styles, the gateway of India sits on the waterfront of Southern Mumbai, and since 1924 was the first thing visitors to the city would see when arriving by boat.
We'll explore the historic architecture of Fort. Home to some of Mumbai's oldest, and finest buildings.
This is the large park, popular for games of cricket at all times of the day, and from where you can get a good view of Mumbai University and its clock Tower Rajabhai, as well as Mumbai High Court
Soak up the atmosphere is this UNESCO Heritage Award Winning Anglican Church, in use since 1718 and one of the oldest churches in Mumbai. We’ll stop for a refreshing lassi nearby
Featured in the movie Slumdog millionaire, also infamous as one of the locations of the 2008 Mumbai attacks where two terrorists opened fire, this railway station, a beautiful structure compared to St Pancras Railway Station in London, is a must see
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes for walking and dress modestly for when visiting the temples
- A minimum of 1 person
- Minimum age of 3
Reviews(32)
The trip was amazing. Our guide, Javed, was superb. He had precise and detailed knowledge about every place we visited. Javed was also very supportive and well-educated. Coming from Kerala, this was a very unique and different trip for me. It gave me a great opportunity to see and learn about places of historical importance in India.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience and enjoyed exploring places of historical importance. Javed will be very happy to hear your kind words. His passion for sharing detailed knowledge and supporting guests throughout the tour is something we truly value. It is especially rewarding to know that, coming from Kerala, you found the experience unique and enriching. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future.
Chetan was a fantastic guide, very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. It was great to have a Lassi break with Chetan and he took us for a delicious Vada Pav! We were recommended the tour by friends and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend a tour with Chetan!
Thank you for such a lovely review! We are thrilled to hear you had a fantastic experience with Chetan. His friendly nature and deep knowledge really do make the tour special, and it’s great to know you enjoyed the local touches like the lassi break and delicious vada pav along the way. It means a lot that you came to us through a recommendation and are now passing that on. Thank you for your support! We hope to welcome you again on another tour soon.
Excellent tour with a great guide. Thank you Chetan
Thank you for your kind words! We are delighted to hear you had an excellent tour and that Chetan made the experience even more special. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable journey soon!
Some experiences aren’t just tours… they are journeys into the soul of a city. My walk with Khaki Tours Mumbai felt exactly like that. With Neville as our storyteller, Mumbai didn’t just stand before us—it spoke to us. We began at the graceful steps of Asiatic Society of Mumbai, where history quietly rests between pillars and pages, and walked our way through time until we reached the timeless embrace of the Gateway of India. Every corner held a secret, every building a memory, and every story unfolded like a forgotten poem waiting to be heard. Neville’s narration was not just informative—it was alive, weaving facts into feelings, making us see Mumbai not just with our eyes, but with our hearts. What we gained was more than knowledge—it was a deeper connection to the city, to its past, and to its spirit. If you wish to truly feel Mumbai, not just see it… this walk is where you begin.
Great to hear you had such a wonderful experience with Khaki Tours! It sounds like the walk really brought Mumbai’s history and spirit to life. We are so glad you enjoyed exploring India and hope those memories stay with you for a long time.
This is an excellent way to get your bearings in Mumbai. The tour is relaxed and friendly, and covers a lot of ground. The guide provided interesting info, and answered any question. It's pretty hot and sweaty in Mumbai. Bring water, and remember to drink it!
Thank you for your lovely review! We are glad you found the tour a great introduction to Mumbai and enjoyed the relaxed pace and informative guidance. And yes Mumbai’s heat can be intense, so staying hydrated is always a good tip! We appreciate you joining us and sharing your experience.
Great tour with Raj. Has much interesting things to tell, checks in on my interests and makes sure I learn the things that interest me, also had nice conversations during the tour.
Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the tour with Raj and appreciated how he tailored the experience to your interests. It’s great to hear you also enjoyed the conversations along the way. We truly appreciate your feedback!
Jason did an excellent story telling about the history of Mumbai. We learn a lot despite have read up before. Thank you Jason
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Chetan’s storytelling brought the history of Mumbai to life and added new insights, even after you had read about it beforehand. We’ll be sure to pass on your appreciation to him. Thank you for sharing your experience!
Chetan was a brilliant guide, we first started off at The Gateway of India with its intricate latticework and fascinating history. It was interesting too to see the Taj Hotel. We travelled on the bus and took a taxi ride back near to our hotel and walked to the very busy Colaba street market selling everything! My favourite part of the tour was the huge Maharaj Terminus Station with its stunning architecture. 8 million people pass through this station daily. Also admiring Prince Arthur’s house. Thank you Chetan for your fascinating tour. David and Rose
Thank you so much for sharing such a detailed and thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed exploring Mumbai with Chetan and that the history and architecture—from the Gateway of India and the Taj Hotel to the magnificent Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus—made such a strong impression. Colaba’s lively street market is always a memorable experience too! We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to Chetan. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you again on another tour of the city.
I was very impressed with Mumbai Fort district. Very clean, very beautiful buildings. I did the morning tour when there was not too many people so I was able to capture some good photos. The guide and the tour company are really wonderful.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Mumbai Fort district and appreciated its beautiful architecture and cleanliness. The morning tour is a wonderful time for photography, so we’re glad you were able to capture some great shots. It’s also lovely to know that you found both the guide and our team wonderful. We truly appreciate your review and hope to see you again on another tour.
We did the Dharavi tour with Reality Tours & Travel and we are impressed. Our guide not only guided us through the narrow streets, but also explained the complex economic and social structures of this 'city district within the city' in detail and in a differentiated way. The ethical approach is particularly noteworthy: As an NGO, 80% of profits go directly to local education projects. If you want to understand Mumbai beyond its shiny facades without falling into voyeuristic 'slum tourism', this is the place to be. Absolutely recommend!
Thank you very much for this thoughtful and generous feedback. We’re truly glad to hear that the tour left such a strong impression and that our guide was able to convey the complex social and economic issues of Dharavi in a meaningful way. Your appreciation of our ethical approach and commitment to supporting local education projects means a great deal to us. We’re grateful for the recommendation and hope to welcome you again in the future.
