Fort Precinct Heritage Walk Mumbai
About
A self-guided walk through Mumbai's historic Fort precinct covering Victorian Gothic and Art Deco UNESCO World Heritage buildings. The 2-3 km walk takes you past 30+ heritage landmarks.
Basic Information
Timings
Best done 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free (guided tours: ₹500-1500)
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Heritage
How to Reach
Start from CST or Churchgate station
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Hutatma Chowk (0.4 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (0.7 km away) on the Central Line, Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Fort Precinct Heritage Walk
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Fort Precinct Heritage Walk
History
The Fort area was the heart of British Bombay, enclosed within fort walls until 1862. When the walls came down, it became the commercial center studded with the grandest buildings of the Empire.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Best done 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free (guided tours: ₹500-1500)
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
Contains the densest concentration of Victorian Gothic buildings outside England
The Fort walls were demolished in 1862 to expand the city
Over 30 Grade I Heritage structures within walking distance
Start early to avoid heat and crowds
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Download a heritage walk map from Mumbai Heritage Conservation Committee
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Fort Precinct Heritage Walk
St. Thomas Cathedral
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Mahesh Lunch Home, Fort
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Flora Fountain (Hutatma Chowk)
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Flora Fountain (Hutatma Chowk), Fort
Landmark
Ideal Corner, Colaba (Fort Area)
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RBI Monetary Museum, Fort
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RBI Monetary Museum
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Asiatic Society of Mumbai Library
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Parsi Fire Temple (Wadiaji Atash Behram)
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St. Thomas Cathedral, Fort
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