Sion Fort, also called Sion Hillock Fort, is a ruined hilltop fort in Sion, Mumbai. Its history reaches back to the period when Sion and Raoli were strengthened as outforts, and the hill offers a place to see a remnant of the city’s military past. Sion Fort is about 4.1 km from a two-star hotel in Dadar.
- Location: Sion, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
- Nearby station: Sion railway station is about 450 metres west of the fort.
- History: The Sion and Raoli outforts were strengthened during the period covered by the Maharashtra State Gazetteer’s account of 1764–1819.
- Before visiting: Access hours and admission details vary between sources, so check the official site before you go.
Where does Sion Fort stand?
Sion Fort stands on a hill in Sion, in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The Maharashtra State Gazetteer describes the hill as carrying the ruins of an old fort and mentions a small tower facing Kurla.
The fort’s hilltop position gives its remains a clear connection to the surrounding area: the Gazetteer’s description looks toward Kurla, while the site itself is part of Sion. Sion railway station is about 450 metres west of the fort, a useful landmark when planning the final part of your visit.
What is the history of Sion Fort?
Sion Fort is part of a wider history of defensive outforts around Mumbai. The Maharashtra State Gazetteer says the Sion and Raoli outforts were strengthened during the period covered by its account of 1764–1819.
The fort now survives as ruins on the hill. Its historical status is also reflected in heritage planning: the National Monuments Authority includes Sion Fort, in Mumbai Urban district, among six monuments for which the Archaeological Survey of India submitted heritage bye-laws.
For another fort with a documented connection to Dadar, Mahim Fort’s visit setting offers a separate point of comparison.
How do you get from Dadar to Sion Fort?
Sion Fort is about 20 minutes by car from Hotel Amigo. The nearby Sion station is a useful point of reference once you are in the area.
A direct public-transport route from Dadar to the fort is not clearly documented. If you plan to use public transport, check the route to Sion and the onward directions before setting out; the nearby station is west of the fort. For broader trip planning, Mumbai public transport from Dadar covers the local context.
What can you see on the grounds?
The grounds include the remains of the old fort on the hill, including a small tower described by the Maharashtra State Gazetteer as facing Kurla. The hilltop ruins are the central reason to visit, rather than a large collection of preserved structures.
Access involves uneven steps, and wheelchair access does not extend beyond the garden at the base. This access information has not been confirmed by an official accessibility source, so seek current confirmation if access needs matter to your visit.
How should you plan a visit?
Reported access hours range from 6:00 AM–6:00 PM to sunrise–sunset daily. Admission is reported as free, but an official entry charge was not confirmed.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 6:00–12:00 and 16:00–20:30
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Because these details are uncertain, check the official site before you go. Build in time for the hilltop approach and uneven steps, and confirm access arrangements if you need step-free entry.
FAQs
Where is Sion Fort?
Sion Fort is in Sion, Mumbai, Maharashtra. Sion railway station is about 450 metres west of the fort.
What is Sion Fort also called?
It is also known as Sion Hillock Fort.
Is Sion Fort free to enter?
Admission is reported as free, but an official entry charge was not confirmed. Check the official site before visiting.
Is Sion Fort wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair access does not extend beyond the garden at the base, but this information has not been confirmed by an official accessibility source.