7 Best Dating Places in Mumbai

 Looking for the best dating places in Mumbai? Okay, friend. But first things first, let’s leave the boring old dinner-and-movie dates in the 2000s where they belong. Or just keep them for a later date when the stakes – and the need to impress – are much lower. Instead, let’s find out about the ‘best date places in Mumbai’. Coz let’s admit it, that’s always like taking a leap of faith, right? Well, not so much when you’re in Mumbai. In fact, here you’d be spoilt for choice.

To make your job even easier, we’ve compiled a list of the ‘most romantic date places in Mumbai’. So you can put full focus on your look for your first date. Without worrying about landing up in a place with loads of old annoying uncles. Which, to be honest, would be the real deal-breaker.

Marine Drive

When you talk about Mumbai and romance, the iconic spot of Marine Drive has to be one of the first things that come to mind. If your date’s a morning person, you catch the sunrise over the ocean and then enjoy some good breakfast at one of the many beachside cafes. Or you can just head there in the evening for a stunning view of the Queen’s necklace. And the dazzling city lights.

Plus, if you and your partner are Bollywood enthusiasts, you’ll have the added benefit of feeling like you’re in a scene from one of your favourite films. Also, you can get some bhelpuri for added effect.

Bandra Bandstand

If Marine Drive is the most famous date spot in the city, Bandra Bandstand is its slightly less noisy but equally attractive cousin. This promenade consists of a 1.2 kilometre walkway for you and your date to enjoy a stroll by the sea. Plus, you won’t feel out of place here. At peak hours, you’ll see more couples per square foot here than the number of bachelors in a 4bhk flat in Mumbai.

Colaba Causeway

Shopaholics looking for romance, we’ve got a way to bring both your desires together. Colaba Causeway is one of the best places in the city for those who love to shop. A commercial centre close to the cultural hub of Kala Ghoda, you can have a great date in this area. Take your partner shopping from the many streetside stalls for some great deals. Plus, there’s Leopold cafe too. Probably the most visited cafe cum bar in the city’s history.

Sanjay Gandhi National Park

If you want to go a little offbeat and still find some ‘romantic date places in Mumbai’, Sanjay Gandhi National Park in Borivali can be a great option. Yes, it’s usually a tourist spot for wildlife enthusiasts but it can double as a great location for a date if you can get creative. Plan a walk through the park enjoying the greenery. Spot some wildlife. Take lots of photographs. And then arrange a picnic near one of the beautiful lakes at sunset. Trust us, if you and your partner love nature, a date at Sanjay Gandhi National Park could be the stuff of movies.

Prithvi Theatre

Mumbai is usually synonymous with Bollywood, but that doesn’t mean that movies are all it has to offer. The theatre scene in Mumbai is actually very rich and flourishing. And it makes a great option for a date. Prithvi Theatre in Juhu is one of the most iconic spots where you and your partner can enjoy a play, a one-act show, or even a stand-up performance. You’re guaranteed to have a great evening in an iconic location and enjoy some delectable food at the Prithvi Cafe as well. Just make sure you book your tickets well in advance as they do tend to sell out very quickly.

Madh Island

We couldn’t make a list of dating places in Mumbai without including a beach. And unlike Juhu beach or Versova beach, Madh island is the hidden gem that is perfect for a date. It’s not going to be crowded with families or tourists so you and your partner can enjoy some privacy. Plus, it’s one of the cleanest beaches in Mumbai. So enjoy a long walk on the beach, share a gola with your date, and watch the sunset over the ocean. And if all goes well, you’d end up being ‘madhly in love’. Ok, sorry, goodbye.