Sassoon Docks, Colaba Mumbai
About
Mumbai's oldest and largest fish market, Sassoon Docks is a vibrant, chaotic, and photogenic spectacle of the city's fishing industry. In recent years, it has also hosted contemporary art installations.
Basic Information
How to Reach
Walk from Colaba. Auto from Churchgate.
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Cuffe Parade (1.2 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Churchgate (2.4 km away) on the Western Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Sassoon Docks, Colaba
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Sassoon Docks, Colaba
History
Built in 1875 by Albert Abdullah David Sassoon, the docks were Mumbai's first wet dock. They continue to be the main wholesale fish market for the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Over 100 fishing boats dock here daily
The docks handle over 100 tons of fish daily
The annual Sassoon Docks Art Project brings contemporary art to the fish market
Go before 7 AM for the most activity
Wear old shoes - it gets very wet and slippery
Carry a camera - it's incredibly photogenic
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