Mumbai / 7 photo spots
7 Instagram spots around Mumbai
Mumbai combines waterfront walks and historic architecture with cave sites beyond the centre. Kanheri is in a national park, while Elephanta is an island excursion reached by ferry.
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- Gateway of IndiaSourced place
- Kanheri CavesApproximate area
- Elephanta CavesApproximate area
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Destination reference: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Spot coordinates: Wikidata, CC0. Selection, association and some calculations by You, Me, Away.
Gateway of India
From the visitor plaza, frame the great arch and its stone details without blocking the walkways. Follow any local access controls and keep security areas out of your picture.
Search Google MapsMarine Drive Mumbai
On the Marine Drive promenade, use the curve of the seafront to lead the eye toward the city buildings. Stay on the pedestrian side of the road.
Search Google MapsGirgaum Chowpatty Beach
At Girgaum Chowpatty, frame the curve of the bay from the sand with the city beyond. Leave plenty of space for other visitors and the water.
Search Google MapsJuhu Beach
Juhu Beach offers an open view over the Arabian Sea. From the sand, compose a wide frame of the shore and horizon, keeping clear of the waves.
Search Google MapsHorniman Circle Garden Mumbai
Inside Horniman Circle Garden, frame a path with the surrounding greenery. Ask garden staff about current photography rules and check commercial filming permissions with BMC. Keep nearby government buildings out of your picture.
Search Google MapsKanheri Caves
The rock-cut caves sit inside Sanjay Gandhi National Park. From an open visitor path, frame the carved cave entrance and the surrounding stone. Check park and monument admission before setting out. Obtain written permission from an archaeological officer before using a tripod, and check the requirements for a planned shoot.
Search Google MapsElephanta Caves
On Elephanta Island, photograph the columns of the Great Cave from the visitor area. The island is reached by ferry, so check sailings and site admission before the trip, especially during heavy rain. Obtain written permission from an archaeological officer before using a tripod, and check the requirements for a planned shoot.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Mumbai City administration, Gateway of India
- Incredible India, Mumbai waterfront and city sights
- Mumbai Suburban District, Juhu Beach
- Fondazione Zegna, Horniman Circle Garden public park
- Mumbai municipal garden department, list of gardens
- Mumbai municipal corporation, commercial filming permission circular 2015
- Maharashtra Tourism, Kanheri Caves
- Maharashtra Tourism, Elephanta Caves and island access
- Archaeological Survey of India, photography and filming FAQ
- FCDO, India safety and security advice