Juhu Beach

Juhu, one of the largest beaches in the country, is located about 18-km north from the center of the pulsating city of Bombay. It is caressed by the rolling waves of the Arabian Sea and frequented by a sea of humanity. This busy and bustling beach of Bombay houses some of the posh localities where one can find the bungalows of the famous film personalities.

The southern end of the Juhu beach is regarded as a favourite haunt of Bombay's movers and shakers. Luxury hotels and elegant apartments dot the stretch. Swimming in this stretch is not a good idea. But, if you plan to travel to Bombay, the Juhu beach not a place to be missed to feel the pulse of the city.

Apart from the crowd that throngs in hordes, especially during weekends, the beach is booming with choc-a-bloc Bhelpuri and Kulfi stalls. From horse and donkey rides to watching dancing monkeys, cricket matches and acrobats, Juhu presents every other type of Indian beach entertainment. Towards the north of Juhu is the Versova beach, which is home to Bombay 's largest Koli fishing community.

How to travel to Juhu Beach, Bombay

Air: Travel to Bombay is relatively easy as there is an extensive network of flights from Bombay's Sahar (International) and Santa Cruz (Domestic) airports. International flights connect it to all the major cities of the world. There are domestic flights to all the major cities of the country.

Train: Bombay has trains connecting it to all the major cities of the country. Intra city trains in Bombay are very good, and are the fastest and cheapest way to move around in Bombay.

Road: Juhu beach is accessible from any point of the city. State as well as private operators run buses from almost all the important points in the city. Taxis and autos-rickshawas are also available for commutation.

Where to stay
Being a metropolis, Mumbai is well equipped with excellent hotel accommodation, which vary from luxurious to reasonable budget hotels. Rooms can also be take for rent.