20 Places To Visit In Mumbai For Kids

The Hanging Gardens, the Pherozeshah Mehta Gardens as they are sometimes called are positioned right on top of Malabar Hill and they provide an awesome respite from the hustle and bustle of Mumbai.

The highlight of this picturesque vacation spot is the stone terraced gardens which are renowned for their exceptionally well-maintained turfed areas, colorful flower beds and the breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea. The Hanging Gardens are visually enhanced by the topiary animals, whose very children friendly design certainly adds charm to the attraction image.

A notable feature is a plant clock, where visitors come to get their squirrel family be pictured. There are gardens that provide local residents and travelers with a calm space, for evening or afternoon strolls or picnics, and where one can also enjoy the panoramic views of Mumbai and its skyline.

As the day nears to an end and the beautiful sunset dominates the corner, the families in the Gardens of Mumbai beautifully crafted and look for various niches, the families are left spellbound by the true beauty of nature, making the Hanging Gardens of Mumbai an ideal family destination to seek peace and quiet in the midst of the buzzing city life.

Kidzania Mumbai provide adventurous and encouraging as well as learning and education experience for children making it the top destination in the city for fingers. Staging its premises in the R City Mall, the indoor theme park is represented as a mini city outlay bearing multiple civil institutions, workplaces and vehicles, where children are given an opportunity to try out different professions and duties.

Unlike any other game, it lets kids play the part of a medical practitioner, firefighter, air pilot or a cook among others, offering an exciting and creative way of knowing different jobs. Every each and every activity is set up in application form, which gives shallow learning to the visitors, where creativity, teamwork, and decision-making are some of the skills needed to be learned and mastered when in these activities.

Human actors, props and scene setting create realistic conditions that are required for role playing, while the experienced staff provides guidance during the role-playing process. KidZania marries everyday activities with the financial literacy, as the kids use and manage Kidzos, the park’s currency, through their work.

Every single passion is being presented in the city as a type of job. It can be delivery service as a courier or surgical skills as a doctor. Kids can enjoy it as a fun activity and at the same time learn a lot. This is the reason why Kidzania Mumbai attracts so many visitors and families.

Athangudi (EsselWorld), located at the Gorai Island situated on the coastal part of Mumbai, is among India's largest amusement parks, and of course, for families it is the most preferred location. The diversity of the rides and attractions is what excites the visitors of all ages as the guarantee themselves an adrenaline rush full of thrills.

From the exhilarating opening where you can feel the rollercoasters speed through your mind like the Thunder and Shot-N-Drop to the gentler rides specifically tailored for smaller children, EsselWorld offers the ideal of choice for people of all ages.

On the other hand, the amazing fun world 'The Water Kingdom' located by the side of 'EsselWorld' will provide a fantastic water-theme recreation paradise for the visitors with its huge numbers of water slides, wave pools and lazy river for the tourists to take a good time on holiday.

Beyond rides, the park has shows with a plot that are free for visitors, as well as the dining zones that have their own theme, which are all arranged in such a way that guests get to spend the whole day having unlimited fun and excitement. This amusement park has a beautiful location, many great rides, and families and visitors will continue loving it because it makes them happy both kids and adults really love it.

From its imposing waterfront location, Gateway of India, a splendid monument in Mumbai, becomes the emblem of the storled past and exotic culture of the city. The monument inaugurated during the British Raj to celebrate the arrival of King George V and Queen Mary for their coronation in 1911, accessorized by a grand archway, retains memories of the country's colonial days.

Its stylistic superiority mixed by Indian and Saracenic styles allures people from all over the globe at first sight. Aside from its historical value, the Gateway remains a vibrant site where gathering can be done, and the tourist can enjoy the beauty of the Arabian Sea as an accompaniment to the view of the Gateway.

A person can have a boat ride to nearby places of interest like Elephanta caves or just enjoy a walk along the promenade with some fresh air as you view the busy part of life. The Gateway of India never ceases to amaze tourists with its grandeur—be it during the daytime when its magnificent architecture is admired or at night when it is illuminated and its historical significance get emphasized.

Thus, it lives up to its reputation of being the face of the Mumbai city - the capital city which stands on the the merger of the 'past' and the 'current'.

On Elephanta Island situated in Mumbai harbour is the Elephanta Caves which is a World heritage recognized by UNESCO and speaks for man's rich traditions. Originating in the 5th to 8th centuries, this ancient rock-cut caves features delicate sculptures and magnificent architectural designs, mostly allocated to Lord Shiva family shrine.

The principal cave, embellished with the painting of Shiva in different forms, narrating the formation of various mythological paintings, holds its position as the top attraction of the site, such that it enchants visitors with its artistic grandeur.

Walking through the winding corridors and chambers, the witness feels as if he has been taken back to age when the building was erected and the viewers wonder about the skill and significance of these holy places. In addition to the artistic aspect, people can appreciate the beautiful natural scenery which the Elephanta Caves provide.

It offers an ideal resort from the busy town area. Attainable by ferry from the Gateway of India, the Elephanta Caves remain at present, one of the important destinations for people who have passion towards history, spirituality, and tourism, thereby beckoning visitors interested in travelling the past through the present of India and its rich cultural history.

With this, Victoria Terminus, after being named as Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT), remains as the picture of architectural beauty as well as a historic railway station in Mumbai. Completed in the late 19th century and is one of the Mumbai's legacies stretching back to the colonial period, as well as the busiest transport spot linking the city with different parts of India.

The station is wonderfully designed with a grand Gothic Revival architecture with intricate carvings, turrets and domes. The station is the envy and favorite piece of architecture for admirers for kilometers around the station.

Apart from its splendor the the architectural Victoria Terminus exhibits a much more profound cultural and historical importance; specifically, the fact that it has been the witness of many of the most pivotal moment of India's fight for independence.

Such a station is the center of activity today with huge flow of passengers that pass through it every day while the station is filled with the old and new travellers passing by through its grand corridors. A Victoria Terminus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, performs not only its daily function as a required transportation hub but particularly as a living historical landmark of Mumbai.

The Nehru Planetarium situated right amidst Mumbai provides an amazing insight into the space astronomers, and for people seeking information in this topic the place is of paramount importance.

A venue that is honour of India's first Prime Minister, which gives a name of 'Jawaharlal Nehru', promises to make science and space exploration familiar with the help of numerous exhibits, interactive displays and exciting shows.

Visitors are thrilled with the fully-immersive experience, they dive into distant worlds, explore the cosmic phenomena and unfold the secrets of the universe in fulldome presentations, with colorful space images and sounds.

Aside from being a venue for regular shows, the planetarium also organizes educational programs, workshops, and stargazing, which, as a result, give a meaningful knowledge about astronomy and space science.

It houses modern technologies and a team of professionals and so, it is a source of scientific knowledge and insights, which lift the imaginations of all the visitors, young and old, in the process of allowing them to take travel in space and stars.

Wonders Park, Nerul Navi Mumbai, is an all-encompassing recreational facility which presents nature, in its purest form, combined with splendid man-made marvels. Nestled right next to lush greeneries, the park is beautifully landscaped, with scenic ponds, flowerbeds of almost every kind, and walking trails, thus creating a peaceful ambiance far from the hustle and bustle of the urban area.

Its main source of appeal is the creation of replicas of the most renowned world monuments, for instance, the Eiffel Tower, the Taj Mahal, and the Statue of Liberty, which gives to the tourists the perfect place to discover the world’s wonders in a single place.

The park has flagged-off playgrounds, jogging trails and rest together areas that accommodate different visitors; adults to young children. Whether fleeting away into nooks of the tiny treasures or momentarily settling down into the peaceful environs,

The Wonders Park will evoke not only chilled families, passion driven nature lovers and those seeking respite from the busy metropolis of Mumbai, but will be a forever loved destination in Navi Mumbai at large.

The small yet beautiful Sanjay Gandhi National Park situated within the large city of Mumbai, is a green cocoon that hosts biodiversity and natural beauty. Ranging over 100 miles, this large area of protected lands includes forest communities, outcrops of rocks, and tranquil lakes that become the habitat of thousands and thousands of plant and animal species.

In residence with over 1300 species of plants and host to various animal species like leopards, deer, monkeys, and birds one can hardly just keep himself busy with the trail and sometimes the wilds ask to quench one of his whirlpool passions of wildlife spotting and birdwatching.

The park's primary jewel is the Kanheri Grottos which is the monastic complex of carved rock Buddhist temples and habitations of the earliest times. Tourists can indulge into the wilderness that is carved with delicate carvings and sculptures and also experience a relaxing hike that weaves through the beautiful green forests.

Through its synthesis of the pure natural beauty, with recreational and historical aspects, Sanjay Gandhi National Park presents a serene haven from the city chaos. This creates a platform for the city dwellers to explore the vast natural realm of the forest fully.

The Taraporewala Aquarium, that can be found at the heart of Mumbai, has served as a one-time attraction and thus brought together marine connoisseurs and family for generations. Placed in 1951 it became older aquarium of India’s where different species are exhibited from around the world to the public.

Starting with the colorful fish of all kinds, including the unknown and bizarre to the large and elegant sharks and rays, you see in front of your eyes, numerous tanks, which provide visitors with an amazing view into the world of sea life.

Submerged in a 12-ft. long glass tunnel, where people walk through while held on awe and joy by aquatic creatures floating around and being displayed on both sides of them. More education and information like educational exhibits and interactive displays greatly improves the experience by giving insight into marine life, conservation work, and the imigance of protecting aquatic habitats.

This is all because of its amazing fish tank, interesting and knowledgeable exhibits as well as an atmosphere that make visitors of all ages feel enthralled, so they can develop more admiration for the amazing world under water.