Bollywood Studio Sets Tour in Mumbai: Walk Iconic Movie Locations

Summary

Explore Real Bollywood Film Sets on Foot in Mumbai

You’ll get to walk right onto real Bollywood sets—palaces, forts, markets—and see where blockbuster movies were filmed. It’s not every day you can peek behind the scenes like this in Mumbai. If you love Indian cinema or just want something different than the usual city sights, this tour is worth it.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing that hit me was the faint smell of paint and old wood as we stepped past those giant elephant statues at the studio gates. Our guide, Sameer, grinned and pointed out where famous actors have walked—honestly, it felt a bit surreal. You’ll see these huge set pieces up close: dinosaurs peeking from behind trees, horses frozen mid-gallop, even a fake palace wall that’s seen more drama than most real ones ever will.

We wandered through the Baroda Palace set—yes, the one from “Prem Ratan Dhan Payo”—and I could still spot bits of glitter clinging to the steps. The Sheesh Mahal was next; it’s covered with so many tiny mirrors that you catch your own reflection a hundred times as you walk by. It’s cooler inside than outside (thankfully), and the light bounces everywhere. We ducked into the Agra Fort set (from “Jodha Akbar”), then strolled through a bustling market street where local vendors sometimes sneak in for chai between shoots. If you’re lucky, you might hear distant shouting from a live shoot somewhere nearby.

The tour isn’t just about palaces and forts—there’s also a jail set, a club (used in “Sanju”), and even Mumbai’s own Town Square recreated down to the last street sign. We paused at Khau Galli for a quick snack; nothing fancy, but piping hot samosas always taste better when you’re standing on a movie set. After about three hours of walking (wear comfy shoes!), we headed back to our car with our phones full of photos and our heads spinning from all those movie memories.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Bollywood Studio and Set Tour

• Pickup from hotel and drive to studio
• Explore iconic movie sets and TV series locations
• Visit Sheesh Mahal and village setup
• See Mumbai’s Town Square, Fashion Street, Jail, Restaurant, Chor Bazaar, and Food Bazaar
• Drive back to hotel or airport

Top questions

Will I see any live filming during the tour?

Live filming isn’t guaranteed since schedules change often. Sometimes you might catch some action or hear crews working nearby, but it depends on the day.

Is there a lot of walking involved?

Yes—it’s about 2 to 3 hours on foot across various sets and streets inside the studio grounds. Comfy shoes are definitely recommended!

Are meals or snacks provided?

You’ll get bottled water and a simple mini meal during the tour—usually something light like samosas or sandwiches at Khau Galli inside the studio.

Can I bring kids or infants?

Kids are welcome! Infants can ride in prams or sit on an adult’s lap during transfers. Just keep in mind there’s quite a bit of walking involved.

What’s included

Your private guide leads you through all major sets and locations inside the studio grounds. Hotel or port pickup and drop-off are included for convenience. Bottled water keeps you hydrated along the way, plus there’s a small budget meal at Khau Galli to keep your energy up. Skip-the-line access means no waiting around at entrances.