Fort Heritage Precinct Mumbai
About
Mumbai's historic Fort area is a treasure trove of Victorian Gothic and Art Deco architecture, home to the UNESCO World Heritage nominated ensemble. Walking through Fort is like touring an open-air museum of British colonial and post-independence architecture.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours (public streets)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Walk from Churchgate or CST station. The Fort area is bounded by Mahatma Gandhi Road, Shahid Bhagat Singh Road, and Dr. D.N. Road.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Hutatma Chowk (0.2 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (0.8 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Fort Heritage Precinct
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Fort Heritage Precinct
History
Originally the site of Fort George built by the British in the 17th century. After the fort walls were demolished in the 1860s, the area was developed into Mumbai's premier business and cultural district with grand civic buildings.
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
Part of the UNESCO World Heritage nominated Victorian Gothic and Art Deco Ensemble
Contains over 90 Grade I and II heritage buildings
The name 'Fort' comes from Fort George, whose walls were demolished in the 1860s
Take a guided heritage walk to appreciate the architecture fully
The area is best explored on foot - wear comfortable shoes
Many heritage buildings are lit beautifully at night
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Fort Heritage Precinct
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Dalal Street
Landmark
Ideal Corner, Colaba (Fort Area)
Restaurant
Horniman Circle Garden, Fort
Park
St. Thomas Cathedral, Fort
Religious
Asiatic Society of Mumbai Library (Town Hall)
Heritage
Mahesh Lunch Home, Fort
Restaurant
Parsi Fire Temple (Wadiaji Atash Behram)
Religious
Asiatic Society of Mumbai Library
Historical
Elphinstone College
Heritage
Horniman Circle Gardens
Nature