12 Things to Do in Bandra: Places to Visit, Walk, Shop and Eat

Bandra is often called the “Queen of the Suburbs”. It mixes old churches and cottages with sea views, street art, shopping and some of Mumbai’s best food. Here are 12 things to do in Bandra, whether you have a free evening or a whole weekend.

Sea views and walks

1. Walk along Bandstand

The Bandstand promenade runs along the sea and is busy with walkers, families and joggers. Go early in the morning or around sunset.

2. Visit Bandra Fort

Also called Castella de Aguada, this old fort sits at the end of Bandstand. It has some of the best views of the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.

3. Watch the sunset at Carter Road

Carter Road promenade is another sea-facing walkway, lined with cafes on the other side of the road. Popular in the evenings and at weekends.

History and culture

4. Mount Mary Church

The Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount sits on a hill above the sea. It is one of Mumbai’s best-known churches, and the area gets very busy during the Bandra Fair each September.

5. Walk through Ranwar

Ranwar is one of Bandra’s old village areas, with narrow lanes and old cottages. Walk slowly and respect the residents’ privacy.

6. Spot street art on Chapel Road

Several walls around Chapel Road and nearby lanes are covered in murals. It is an easy, free walk with plenty of photo spots.

Shopping

7. Shop on Linking Road

Linking Road runs through Bandra and Khar West. Shoes, clothes, bags and street stalls, plus big brand stores. Our Khar West neighbourhood guide covers the Khar end of the road.

8. Browse Hill Road

Hill Road has smaller shops, clothes stalls and everyday stores. Good for a relaxed browse.

Food and drink

9. Cafe-hop

Bandra has a huge number of cafes. Read our guide to cafes in Bandra to find one that suits you.

10. Try a coastal meal

Bandra and nearby Khar West have restaurants serving Konkani, Goan and Malvani-style seafood alongside every other cuisine you can think of.

Easy trips from Bandra

11. Juhu Beach

A short drive north, Juhu Beach is busy with families and food stalls in the evening.

12. Drive over the Sea Link

The Bandra-Worli Sea Link connects Bandra with Worli across the sea. It is a quick way south and a great view, especially at night. For the train instead, read our Mumbai local train guide.

Where to stay

Rudraya Homes is in Khar West, right next to Bandra West. Our apartments have a kitchen, Wi-Fi and housekeeping, with Bandra 10 to 12 minutes away. See service apartments in Bandra.

Questions about Bandra