Relaxing in Mumbai…Yes, it’s possible!

Mumbai sets a fast and furious pace of life, and those who like it slow can be bewildered by life in the city. Though it is an exciting lifestyle, it can sometimes leave you tired and anxious. After all, chasing after yourself all day can hardly be easy! So if you’re looking to relax despite the chaos around you, you could try these five activities in Mumbai:

1. Relax and detox. Every Mumbaikar needs massage and detox more than anyone else in the country. High stress, constant pollution and long commutes take the freshness out of Mumbaikars’ lives. If you feel jaded, just book yourself into an exclusive spa session at the best spa in Mumbai, at The Leela Mumbai. This luxury hotel in Mumbai is the city’s only resort style business hotel and houses the most select spa with a range of services aimed to remove the exhaustion and toxins from your system. Enter a wreck, leave a champion.
   
   
2. Take a Bollywood tour. The one thing that sets Mumbai apart from other places in the country is its bustling film industry. You can spot celebrities at certain areas, as also in famous cafes and restaurants. But the true film buff heads to Chitranagari, or the Film City in Goregaon, to actually witness shooting and rehearsals. You can book a Bollywood tour and head to Film City to watch both TV and film stars in action. You can also get a limited view of editing and VFX studios.
   
   
3. Indulge in retail therapy. Mumbai is known for its street shopping stalls, and you can get the nicest stuff at really great prices. But be prepared to haggle and go with an experienced bargain hunter if you want some good deals. It is more fun shopping on the streets than inside generic malls and stores. Head to Colaba causeway to get the best trinkets, shoes and clothes, while Bandra Hill Road offers many household items as well. If you’re scouting for new clothes, just head to Fashion Street near CST.
   
   
4. Head to the biggest urban park in Asia. You can be one with nature, spot some lions and leopards, and go trail walking at Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP). SGNP is possibly the only natural wildlife park inside a city in all of Asia, possibly the world. You can go hiking, animal spotting, bird watching or simply take a refreshing morning walk here.
   
   
5. Gorge the famous street food. Street shopping and street eating – these are two activities that define Mumbai. You’ve done the shopping, now fill your tummy with some delicious eats. The city’s street food is so famous that there are regular food tours happening here to acquaint visitors with what’s on offer. From the famous Bombay sandwich to yummy pani puri, and from spicy ragada patties to tasty bhel puri, just have at it!