Bandra Walking Tour: Portuguese Fort & Mount Mary Church

Walk through Bandra's layered history, from Portuguese forts to Bollywood villas

A private guided walking tour of Bandra covers the neighborhood's Portuguese colonial past (forts, churches, and Catholic villages) along with landmarks from later periods, taking 2.5 hours and suited to travelers staying in the Andheri-Bandra belt. The guide speaks English and walks at a pace suitable for all fitness levels.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Bandstand Promenade15m
2. Mount Mary Church15m

Explore Bandra's historic sites and heritage

• Visit old Portuguese Fort with sea views
• See Shah Rukh Khan's home and villas
• Visit Mount Mary Church on the hill
• Walk historic steps with mosaic murals
• Explore Indo-Portuguese heritage village
• Visit oldest church in Bandra

The experience

The Old Portuguese Fort sits at the start, offering views across the sea link and Mahim Bay. From there the walk moves through the Bandstand Promenade, where the villas of Bollywood superstars and other wealthy residents line the seafront. Mount Mary Church comes next: a gothic structure on a hill where people from all communities come to pray, dedicated to Mother Mary. The route also takes in historic steps decorated with colorful mosaic tile murals, a spot that photographs well, and an Indo-Portuguese Catholic village tucked into the middle of the city with cottages that feel removed from the surrounding urban sprawl.

The walk includes the oldest church in Bandra, marked by distinctive Portuguese architectural features. A live English-speaking guide leads the route and provides context for each stop. The whole tour runs 2.5 hours, which keeps the pace manageable without rushing through the sites. Public transportation options are available near the starting point for those traveling from hotels in the Andheri-Bandra area.

What’s included

• Live English-speaking guide.
• walk through the Old Portuguese Fort, Bandstand Promenade, Mount Mary Church, historic mosaic-tiled steps, an Indo-Portuguese Catholic village, and the oldest church in Bandra.
• GST included.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day10 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:00

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be included in the booking

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 17 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by M/s Khaki Tours

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so the commentary is accessible to English speakers. The 2.5-hour pace and all-fitness-level suitability work for travelers staying nearby who want to understand Bandra's layers without a strenuous day.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24h before the start.

What is the Old Portuguese Fort like when you reach it?

The Old Portuguese Fort sits at an elevated point with spectacular views of the sea link and Mahim Bay, giving a sense of the strategic position the Portuguese held in the area.

Does the tour include the Bandstand Promenade?

Yes, the Bandstand Promenade is part of the walk, where you pass the homes of Bollywood superstars and other wealthy residents along the seafront.

What is Mount Mary Church and why is it on the tour?

Mount Mary Church is a gothic structure on a hilltop dedicated to Mother Mary, where people from all communities come to pray. It is a landmark of Bandra's religious heritage and a key stop on the walk.

How long does the walking tour take?

The tour runs 2.5 hours from start to finish, covering the main Portuguese heritage sites and other historic landmarks without a rushed pace.

Is there a church with Portuguese features included?

Yes, the oldest church in Bandra is on the route, distinguished by its distinctive Portuguese architectural details.

What are the colorful mosaic tile steps you mentioned?

Historic steps decorated with colorful mosaic tile murals are included in the walk. They are an Instagrammable location within the neighborhood.