SION FORT
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
The Sion Hillock Fort is a fort in Mumbai (Bombay), India. It was built under the regime of the English East India Company, between 1669 and 1677, atop a conical hillock when Gerard Aungier was the Governor of Bombay. It was notified in 1925 as a Grade-I Heritage structure.When it was built, the fort marked the boundary between British-held Parel island and the Portuguese held Salsette Island that lay to the north across the creek. The hillock is situated 500 metres from the Sion railway station.At the base of the hill is the Mumbai Circle office of the Archaeological Survey of India, and a garden – the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Udyan. Nearby forts include the Riwa Fort and Sewri Fort.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
March to September
Do's & Dont's
- Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety.
- Avoid touching & scratching the walls & surfaces of the monument as these are heritage sites and need special care.
- Visitors are requested not to make noise inside the monument.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 07:00 AM | 08:00 PM | Free | Free |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Kurla Nehru Nagar Bus Stand |
4.0 KM | 1800-221-250 |
 Kurla Railway Station |
4.1 KM | 1800-111-139 |
 Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport |
8.3 KM | 022-66851010 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle & Snacks
Suitable For
Adults
Children
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Sheshwadi | 2.0 KM |
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