Sewri Fort Mumbai
About
A 17th-century British-built fort overlooking the Mumbai harbour and Thane Creek. Though in ruins, Sewri Fort offers commanding views of the eastern waterfront, the Atal Setu bridge, and during winter, large flocks of flamingos in the mudflats below.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time to Visit
November to March (flamingo season)
Place Type
Historical
How to Reach
Walk from Sewri station on Harbour Line, about 15 minutes east towards the waterfront
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 East India Company as one of a chain of fortifications defending Bombay harbour from the east. The fort served 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
November to March (flamingo season)
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
During winter months, thousands of flamingos flock to the mudflats visible from the fort
It was part of a harbour defence chain including Mazgaon Fort and Sion Fort
The nearby Sewri Jetty is the Mumbai-side launch point for the Atal Setu bridge
Visit between November and March to spot flamingos in the mudflats below
The fort is in ruins, so watch your step on uneven surfaces
Combine with a visit to nearby Sewri Jetty for flamingo watching
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