Bandra Walking Tour

Mumbai, India

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Bandra West is often referred to as the “Queen of the Suburbs” in Mumbai. The lure of international influences and liberal attitudes has drawn droves of celebrities, models, musicians, hipsters, and ex-pats to this multi-faceted neighborhood. In turn, a steady stream of stylish new restaurants, bars, and boutiques has opened to cater to their cosmopolitan lifestyle. Bandra West incorporates both the neighborhood’s history and current trends.

An ideal walking tour for those who want to Explore Bandra’s Portuguese past – from forts and churches to Indo-Portuguese Catholic villages – along with glimpses of history from other periods as well.

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Stop At: St. Andrew's Church, 115 Hill Road 19°03'17.9n 72°49'28.9e, Mumbai 400050 India

St. Andrew’s Church is one of the oldest churches in Mumbai. It was originally built by Portuguese Jesuits in 1575. It stands on the seashore of the Bandra suburb of Mumbai and was the only church there till the first quarter of the 17th century.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ranwar, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India

Ranwar is the original of the 24 pakhadis, or villages, that made up Bandra. When the Britishers took Bombay away from the Portuguese in 1661, they did not obtain control immediately.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Chimbai Village, Bandra West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400050, India

Unlike its fortunate brother Ranwar, this village is a far cry from the development or the artsy scene Bandra is famous for. Although it is in the vicinity of Bandstand with its posh bungalows and high-rise buildings, this village is unkempt and uncared for. The few original inhabitants of Bandra or Mumbai in general, the Koli community (Chimbaikars) can be still found here.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Mount Carmel Church, Baptista Road, Reclamation, Bandra West, Mumbai 400050 India

The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, more commonly known as Mount Mary Church, is a Roman Catholic Basilica located in Bandra, Mumbai The feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated here on the first Sunday after 8 September, the birthday of the Virgin Mary

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Bandstand Promenade, Bandra, Mumbai India

Tucked away on the tip of Bandra West are the remains of a 17th-century fort that was built by the Portuguese as a watchtower. It was strategically located to look out over Mahim Bay but now provides an excellent vantage point for viewing the landmark Bandra-Worli Sea Link bridge.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Bandra Fort, Bandstand Road Mount Mary, Mumbai India

Castella de Aguada, also known as the Bandra Fort, is a fort located in Bandra, Mumbai. "Castella" is a misspelling for Portuguese "Castelo", although it seems its Portuguese builders actually called it Forte de Bandorá. It is located at Land's End in Bandra

Duration: 30 minutes

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Cultured, professional, highly qualified and knowledgeable Guide

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Food and drink

Additional information

Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travelers
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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