Dockyard Road Heritage Area (Mazgaon) Mumbai
About
Mazgaon's Dockyard Road area is a hidden heritage treasure with Portuguese-era churches, Parsi agiaries, old bungalows, and the historic Gloria Church. This neighbourhood tells the story of Mumbai's diverse communities.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours (public streets)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Take Central Railway to Dockyard Road station or Sandhurst Road station. BEST buses along Dockyard Road.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Girgaon (2.1 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Sandhurst Road (0.2 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Dockyard Road Heritage Area (Mazgaon)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Dockyard Road Heritage Area (Mazgaon)
History
Mazgaon was one of the original seven islands of Mumbai. The area was home to the Portuguese, East Indian Christians, Parsis, and later the British. The shipbuilding dockyard here has been active since the 18th century.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours (public streets)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
Mazgaon was one of the original seven islands of Bombay
The area has one of Mumbai's oldest churches - Gloria Church (1632)
Mazgaon Dock has built warships and submarines for the Indian Navy
Join a guided heritage walk for the best experience
Visit Gloria Church for its beautiful interiors
The area is best explored on foot during morning hours
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Dockyard Road Heritage Area (Mazgaon)
Dockyard Road & Mazgaon Dock Heritage Walk
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Mazgaon Fort (Remains)
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Gloria Church (Our Lady of Glory)
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Matharpacady Village, Mazgaon
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Grant Medical College & JJ Hospital Heritage Campus
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Mumbai Port Trust Garden (Jijamata Udyan Annexe)
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Film Heritage Foundation
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Sir J.J. School of Art
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Xavier's Institute of Management & Research (XIMR)
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Chor Bazaar (Thieves' Market), Mutton Street
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