Gateway of India

Mumbai, India

The Gateway of India is a monumental archway built in 1924 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to India, crafted from yellow basalt in Indo-Saracenic style. Standing 26 metres tall, it overlooks the Arabian Sea and serves as a popular meeting point for locals and tourists alike. Visiting is best early in the morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat and crowds. From here, ferries depart for Elephanta Island and other coastal destinations. Nearby, the Taj Mahal Palace hotel adds to the historical allure, creating a picturesque backdrop for photographs.

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Tours that visit Gateway of India

Hand-picked experiences that include Gateway of India on the itinerary — with what real travellers said after going.

Full-day private Mumbai city tour with Dharavi Slum visit
5.0· 9 reviewsFrom ₹3,500
Ten hours with a private AC vehicle and storyteller — visit the Gateway of India, Dhobi Ghat, and meet artisans in Dharavi's thriving economy.
“Sharon and Deepak provided an excellent tour of Mumbai. Sharon shared captivating insights about the city's attractions. There were many delightful surprises, and the experience went beyond what I anticipated. Despite being new to guiding, her skills made it seem like she had years of experience. Her English was excellent and easy to follow.”— 689alixg on the Full-day private Mumbai city tour with Dharavi Slum visit tour
Two-day private Mumbai tour including slums and Elephanta Island
5.0· 3 reviewsFrom ₹12,774
Two full days covering Mumbai’s key sites, slum visit, and Elephanta Caves — fully private, tailored itinerary as per preference.
“Harry led a tour of Elephanta Island with guide Manoj, and everything went smoothly. We gained a lot of knowledge about the deities. Since I needed a sari for a wedding, they arranged a driver to take me to a store. Lucas took me to a great shop for a sari, which was more expensive but offered high-quality items. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.”— OnAir62687375112 on the Two-day private Mumbai tour including slums and Elephanta Island tour
Private luxury sightseeing tour of Mumbai
5.0· 67 reviewsFrom ₹7,999
Flexible duration — personalized private tour with transportation and meals, showcasing local markets and family-run businesses for an authentic look at Mumbai.
“The service was very friendly and accommodating, with a good command of English. Overall, it was a great experience and an efficient way to see the highlights of Mumbai.”— Coastal30556191654 on the Private luxury sightseeing tour of Mumbai tour
Private full-day Mumbai sightseeing tour with guide and car
5.0· 252 reviewsFrom ₹2,655
Eight hours in a private car — see the Gateway of India, Marine Drive, and Dharavi Slum with an English-speaking guide.
“Sufiyan provided a very informative and enjoyable tour of the district.”— benceg279 on the Private full-day Mumbai sightseeing tour with guide and car tour
Full-day Mumbai sightseeing and Dharavi slum tour
5.0· 126 reviewsFrom ₹3,325
Eight hours, private vehicle with hotel pickup — explore Mumbai's landmarks and take a two-hour Dharavi walking tour with an English-speaking guide.
“We got to experience all the major tourist attractions alongside the authentic side of Mumbai in just one day. Our driver was prompt, and our tour guide Priti demonstrated excellent knowledge and skill.”— Roving28971856943 on the Full-day Mumbai sightseeing and Dharavi slum tour tour
Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai by private speedboat
5.0· 81 reviewsFrom ₹18,072
Twenty-minute speedboat ride to Elephanta Island from the Gateway of India, with a guided tour of ancient rock-cut sculptures and hotel pickup included.
“Manoj and Riya provided outstanding guidance, thoroughly explaining every detail and capturing fantastic photos throughout the experience.”— Getaway09103579202 on the Elephanta Caves tour from Mumbai by private speedboat tour