Saturday 16 February 2019

10 Places To Visit In Mumbai With Your Kids

Known as the city of dreams, Mumbai is the financial capital of India. The city has a lot of local attractions and activities to indulge in for tourists of all age groups. For those of you planning to visit the city with your family and cannot decide which are the best sightseeing places in Mumbai to visit, here is a list of 10 places in Mumbai where you and your kids both can have a lot of fun!

Essel World
Essel World is one of the most prominent water parks in the city. One of the oldest places of recreation, the water park has still not lost its charm and is enjoyed by adults and kids alike. Besides having a plethora of fun and thrilling rides, the amusement destination also has a number of other exciting activities for the kids to get involved in. They can go ice skating, play cricket or visit the a massive killer ship converted into a cool science museum.

Adlabs Imagica
Located 2-hour away from Mumbai is Adlabs Imagica, another amusement park all set to take you and the kids on roller coaster ride. From special rides for toddlers to rides that can be enjoyed by the whole family at the same time. For the adventurous teenagers and young adults they have thrilling, massive roller coasters like the Gold Rush and the Scream Machine. 

Snow World
Adding to the list of fun things to in Mumbai is a visit to Snow World, Mumbai’s very own snow-based theme park. It maintains a temperature of minus 10 degree celsius and kids can get involved in fun, exciting activities, such as sliding, sledding, skating, and more. They can also have a quite relaxing time in an igloo next to a campfire. 

Sanjay Gandhi National Park
If you are looking for something more educational for your little ones to indulge in while in the city, take them for a wild like safari over to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. The best time to visit the park is during the monsoon when the rains bring the forests secret waterfalls to light. This green forest, tucked away in the concrete jungle will be a much needed break from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Nehru Planetarium
Located in the Nehru Center, Nehru Planetarium is the perfect place to go visit with your kids if they love to learn about the stars and the universe. It will not only be a great learning experience for the kids but for the entire family. The planetarium has an auditorium that hosts special screenings of astronomy shows and a Children’s Science Park.

Taraporewala Aquarium
One of the best tourist attractions in the city, Taraporewala Aquarium in Mumbai is a must visit for any one who is interested in the marine life. The aquarium houses a large number of marine and freshwater fishes that in their natural habitat are enough to excite the little ones. The Aquarium has a Fish Spa where your kids can dip their feet in water while tiny fishes feed off their dead skin. They also have a Touch Pool where kids can actually dip their hands and touch some if the marine lifeforms.

Mumbai Zoo
Once done with the outer space and under water life, it’s time to visit something more terrestrial. Spread over 48 acres, Mumbai Zoo is a great place to check out for the kids. The entrance of the zoo has a lifelike stone statue of an elephant, which is as spectacular as the live elephants inside. It houses a number of animals, including monkeys, elephants, deers, peacocks, snakes, hippopotamus, flamingoes and many more.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya
Earlier known as the Prince of Wales Museum, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya is a prominent history and art museum. The Museum holds a collection of Buddhist and Hindu Scriptures, miniature Indian paintings, terracotta figurines, and ancient weapons. They also have a separate exhibit to showcase the animals and birds native to the region.

Elephanta Caves
If the weather allows, you can take a ferry and skip the town. Head over to the Elephanta Island and witness the Elephanta Caves in its complete glory. The caves are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and houses magnificent cave temples built between the 5th and the 8th century. The five caves together form a monolith structure with figurines of Indian deities carved inside the caves.

Beaches
Any visit to Mumbai is incomplete without a visit to its iconic beaches. Mumbai being a coastal city, has a number of beaches. While most of them are usually crowded, if visited at the right time you can get to witness the most beautiful views. There is Marine Drive Chowpatty, Juhu Beach, Worli Seaface, Bandra Band Stand, and many more beaches, where you can plan a fun picnic with your kids. These beaches are lined with stalls for delish street food puting every other fine dining restaurant in Mumbai to shame.

While planning your Mumbai trip, do check out Hotel Kohinoor Continental while looking for a place to stay. One of the leading 4 star hotels in Mumbai, it is known to offer a blend of luxury, comfort and state-of-the-art amenities. It could be your chance to experience hospitality at it’s best with well services, fully equipped rooms for you and your family.


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