1. Elephanta Caves
Distance: 10 kilometers (6 miles)
- A group of cave temples carved out of solid rock.
- Maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India.
- Known for their intricate rock-cut sculptures that date back to the 5th and 6th centuries AD.
2. Sanjay Gandhi National Park
Distance: 40 kilometers (25 miles)
- One of the largest national parks in the world located within a city.
- Includes the Kanheri Caves, a group of over 100 rock-cut caves from the 1st century BC.
- Also has the Vanrani Forest, a zoological park with a wide variety of animals.
3. Matheran
Distance: 85 kilometers (53 miles)
- A hill station known for its panoramic views of the Western Ghats.
- A popular destination for trekking and hiking.
- Also has several tourist attractions, including the Charlotte Lake and the Louisa Point.
4. Lonavala
Distance: 85 kilometers (53 miles)
- A hill station located in the Sahyadri mountains.
- Known for its scenic beauty, waterfalls, and lakes.
- Also has several historical and cultural attractions, including the Lonavala Caves and the Karla Caves.
5. Khandala
Distance: 86 kilometers (53 miles)
- A hill station located in the Sahyadri mountains.
- Known for its scenic beauty and waterfalls.
- Also has several historical and cultural attractions, including the Khandala Fort and the Maharaja Garden.
6. Alibag
Distance: 110 kilometers (68 miles)
- A coastal town located on the Konkan coast.
- Known for its beaches, water sports, and seafood.
- Also has several historical and cultural attractions, including the Alibag Fort and the Kolaba Fort.
7. Murud-Janjira
Distance: 130 kilometers (81 miles)
- A fort located on an island in the Arabian Sea.
- Built in the 17th century by the Siddis, a Muslim dynasty.
- Known for its massive gates and fortifications, as well as its historic significance.
8. Kashid
Distance: 130 kilometers (81 miles)
- A coastal town located on the Konkan coast.
- Known for its pristine beaches, water sports, and seafood.
- Also has several historical and cultural attractions, including the Kashid Fort and the Kashid Beach.
9. Karnala Bird Sanctuary
Distance: 145 kilometers (90 miles)
- A bird sanctuary located in the Sahyadri mountains.
- Home to a wide variety of birds, including the Malabar trogon, the Indian pitta, and the crested hawk-eagle.
- Also has several hiking trails and nature walks.
10. Nashik
Distance: 160 kilometers (99 miles)
- A city located in the Godavari River valley.
- Known for its religious significance, as well as its wineries and vineyards.
- Also has several historical and cultural attractions, including the Trimbakeshwar Temple and the Muktidham Temple.
