Sewri Fort Mumbai
About
A 17th-century fort built by the British East India Company overlooking the Mumbai harbor. Though in ruins, the fort offers commanding views of the Thane Creek, Nhava Sheva port, and the Eastern Freeway.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
October to March
Place Type
Historical
How to Reach
Walk from Sewri station on Harbour Line, about 15 minutes east
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Dadar (1.7 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Wadala Road (1.0 km away) on the Harbour Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Sewri Fort
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Sewri Fort
History
Built in 1680 by the British as one of a chain of fortifications to defend Bombay harbor. It was used as a strategic watchtower and gun emplacement during the colonial period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Historical
Best Time to Visit
October to March
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
One of the oldest British-built forts in Mumbai
Was part of a chain of harbor defense forts including Mazgaon Fort
Offers views of flamingos during the winter season
The fort is in ruins, watch your step
Best combined with flamingo watching at nearby Sewri Jetty
Visit during sunset for golden views of the harbor
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