How To Plan A Day Out With Friends In Mumbai That You’ll Actually Want to Repeat

Kick off the day with some movement, shall we? Gather your friends early morning for a quick jog with a run club (there are many around the city) or maybe go for a cycling session at the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. You can either take your own bicycles or rent one from the park itself for INR 80. There's a next-level calm that hits you early morning in the city.

Rating: 4.3/5

Timings: The Sanjay Gandhi Park is open from 9 AM to 6 PM (Monday closed)

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Post workout hunger? Have a dosa at Benne in Juhu. The space is already become viral but is less-crowded in the mornings. Their crispy, buttery dosas and strong filter kaapi is all you need to fuel up for the day. The service is quick and the taste is nothing like what you'll find around the city.

Rating: 4.7/5

Timings: 7 AM to 3:30 PM and 5 PM to 11:30 PM (Mon closed)

Price For Two: INR 600

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LBB-Tip: If you want to know more about our recommendations on what all to have there, check out this article.

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Once you've got some caffeine in you and some energy, it's time to shop. And the two places you have to visit are Hill Road and the Linking Road market. At these places, you can shop for chunky silver jewellery, good dupes of Zara and Mango, beautiful kurtis, and much more. The shop owners on the streets generally quote random prices, so make sure you bargain well.

Timings: 11 AM to 9 PM

Pro Tip: There are a lot of shops at the Hill Road market, make sure you check our guide on the best ones to visit.

After shopping, we highly recommend going for something slower. Since you're already in Bandra, you can book a session at Dorangos, a cosy ceramics studio where you can learn to make pottery. Even if you're not a pro, this would be really fun as you'd also get to take your creations home! It's a wholesome way to spend an hour or two.

Rating: 4.7/5

Timings: 11 AM to 10 PM

Price: INR 499 per person

Contact: 099202 75894

After getting your hands dirty, it's time to have a proper sit-down meal, for which we recommend going to Paashh, tucked inside a bungalow in Bandra. It's a rather quiet and cosy place that serves all-veg, organic food with ingredients sourced from local farmers. The thought behind building the menu and the space is beautiful and every dish is simply delicious.

Rating: 4.4/5

Timings: 11 AM to 10:30 PM

Must-Try Dishes: Peruvian, Spaghetti Pomodoro, Burger Sampler, The Paashh, Ravioli

Price For Two: INR 1,000

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How can you be in Bandra and not spend some time exploring the lanes? After that filling meal, take a stroll around Pali Village, Ranwar Village, and Chapel Road. It's the only area that still has Bombay's old-world charm, tiny lanes, vintage bungalows, and super vibrant wall art that pays tribute to the Bollywood industry's iconic people. You can click pictures or just watch the cute cats roam around.

Pro Tip: Here are some more underrated experiences you can't miss out on. 

Now's the time to get out of Bandra! Plug in your favourite playlist in your car and hit the Bandra-Worli Sea Link with your gang. This is a 5.6 km long, 8-lane cable-stayed bridge that connects Bandra and Worli. You will spot several vehicles on the sea link, painting a true picture of the bustling city life. Add in the city madness, as there's nothing like a serene drive with your best friends, sea breeze in your hair, and some solid tunes to sing along. 

Time to bring our your inner gamer and get a little competitive with your friends! Book a session at the Zero Latency in Lower Parel for an epic VR gaming session. You get to roam free around the battleground and meet a new you! This one will guarantee a lot of laughs between your friends.

Rating: 4.6/5

Timings: 2 PM to 11 PM

Price: Starts at INR 999

Contact: 9324095968

Since you have been moving nonstop, it's time you slow down a little and have some deep conversations with your friends. Find a spot at Marine Drive or Girgaon Chowpatty, watch the sunset, grab some pav bhaji or chaat and take all the good vibes in. While there, you can also dine at some of these restaurants. 

If you're still up for a little walk and are already in South Mumbai, may we suggest taking your gang to the art gallery? Colaba has a bunch of art galleries you can pop into. There's Gallery Chemould, TARQ, Jahangir, and more. Most of them are even free of cost and always have something cool on display.

Wrap up your day at Hyde Mumbai, a bar where you can sip on great cocktails and enjoy live gigs and even karaoke nights (if you have the energy left). It's the kind of place to let loose, sing your heart out to a few bangers, and end the day on a good note!

Rating: 4.2/5

Timings: 6 PM to 1:30 AM (Mondays closed)

Price For Two: INR 2,600