Ahmedabad is the perfect holiday destination to visit in India, especially with your family. Here are the 10 best places to visit in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Reforms and changes have played a crucial part in the making and molding of the Indian economy. Many Indian cities went under a major changes in the last few years. Famous as one of the most technologically forward and constantly evolving cities in India; Ahmedabad is not on that list. It is one of the biggest industrial hubs in the country.
Ahmedabad has delicious restaurants, cafes, public parks, and lots more. If you plan to visit this city this weekend, you can take note of famous places of attraction to make your journey more beautiful.
List of the 10 Best Places to Visit in Ahmedabad
- Dada Harir Stepwell
- Kankaria Lake
- Law Garden Market
- World Vintage Car Museum
- Swaminarayan Temple
- Manek Chowk
- Alpha One Mall
- Gujarat Science City
- Sabarmati Riverfront
- Sabarmati Ashram
1. Dada Harir Stepwell
This is an elegant stepwell in the Asarwa region of Ahmedabad. You can go by car as it is only 15 km away from the city. Constructed in the year 15th century, Dada Harir Stepwell has an amazing interior. It has sandstone architecture with a polygonal shape and huge pillars. The stepwell has 5 floors.
- Address: Hanumansingh Rd, Haripura, Asarwa, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380016
- Timing: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
- Construction started: 1499
- Architectural style: Islamic architecture
- Floor count: Five-storied stepwell
2. Kankaria Lake
The next on the list for your Gujarat tour is Kankaria Lake. It is a popular tourist place in the city. It Is the perfect family picnic spot. The amusement park, especially with the train ride, keeps the lake thriving with visitors throughout the year. You can also enjoy a balloon safari in this park with the scenic beauty of Ahmedabad. There are many restaurants as well as small food joints near this lake for people.
- Area: 31 ha
- Length: 560 m
- Catchment area: 64 ha
- Shore length: 2.25 km
- Cities: Ahmedabad
3. Law Garden Market
Do you want to purchase the ethnic wear of Gujarat or traditional Chaniya Cholis? You can reach this market. It has many vendors selling the brightest skirts with tops. Besides that, you can also buy beautiful home décor items such as wall hangings and flower vases. The gorgeous jewelry which you find in this market is nowhere else.
- Address: Netaji Rd, Maharashtra Society, Ellisbridge, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380009
- Departments: Shambhu’s Coffee Bar – Happy Street
- Area: 0.041012 km2 (0.02 sq mi)
4. World Vintage Car Museum
Car lovers must visit this place when going to Ahmedabad for a few days. You can witness an array of royal cars in this museum such as Jaguar, Rolls Royce, Austin, and so on. One of the benefits of visiting this museum is that you can ride any car by paying a minimum amount of 500 INR.
- Address: Dastan Estate, Service Rd, Nikol, Kathwada, Gujarat 382430
- Timing: 8:00 Am – 9:00 Pm
5. Swaminarayan Temple
This is one of the most beautiful temples you can visit in the city. It has exquisite interiors and stunning colors all around that will make your mind calm and relaxed. Swaminarayan Temple spreads over a large area and has wonderful architecture. It includes a medical clinic and guesthouse for people who visit here daily.
- Address: Swaminarayan Mandir Road, Old City, Kalupur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380001
- Timing: 5am-12pm, 4-8pm
- Date Established: Vikram Samvata 1876; (1819)
- Creator: Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kalupur
- Deity: Nar Narayan; Radha Krishna
6. Manek Chowk
If you love to try new food types while traveling then, Manek Chowk has a variety of joints serving different delicacies starting from a veg sandwich to delicious ice creams. You can first do the shopping and then visit this food square to enjoy various dishes. Manek Chowk opens at night after the shops close. It is one of the most famous ancient places in Ahmedabad city.
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7. Alpha One Mall
Alpha One Mall is in the center of the city. It is an ideal place for food lovers and shopaholics. The mall has a vast area of more than 705,000 sq. ft. wherein you will find the shops of many famous brands. It also has a food court where you can spend a good time with friends or family.
- Address: Lake, Plot No-216, T.P Scheme-1, near Vastrapur, Vastrapur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380015
- Timing: 10am-9:30pm
- Construction started: October 2011
- Floor area: 920,000 sq ft (85,000 m2) (GLA)
- Floor count: 3
- Alternative names: Alpha One, A One
8. Gujarat Science City
This is a wonderful place for youngsters who want to pursue a career in Science. You can gain a good amount of knowledge at this center. The regular workshops and talk shows attract many students each year to this city center. If you want to excel in the field of science, you should go to this center.
- Address: Thaltej, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380060
- Timing: 10am-7pm
- Founded: May 2001
- Theme: Science education and entertainment
- Owner: Gujarat Council of Science City
- Area: 107 ha (260 acres)
9. Sabarmati Riverfront
Sabarmati Riverfront relaxes your mind and gives you a pleasant feeling. It underwent many changes in the last few years. You can enjoy sitting near Lake Sabarmati and watching the lush green trees. It also has plazas and nice parks to spend time with your loved ones. You can go to this place either by cab or by local transport.
- Address: 2HFG+9MJ, Sabarmati Riverfront Walkway East, Lal Darwaja, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380001
- Timing: 9am-9pm
- Developer: Sabarmati River Front Development Corporation Limited
- Cost: ₹1,400 crore (US$180 million) (November 2019)
- Use: Waterfront
- Size: Phase-1: 202.79 hectares (501.1 acres)
- Status: Under construction
- Architect: Bimal Patel-led HCP Design, Planning, and Management Pvt. Ltd
10. Sabarmati Ashram
The last on the list is the most important place in Ahmedabad. It is Sabarmati Ashram where you can know many things about the greatest Indian leader, Mahatma Gandhi. This leader started the “Dandi March” from Sabarmati Ashram. It has a museum where you can get some personal letters of Mahatma Gandhi Ji and a few photographs.
- Address: Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya, Ashram Rd, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380027
- Timing: 10am-5pm
- Opened: 1917
- Architect: Charles Correa
- Established: 10 May 1963 (memorial museum)
- Founder: Mahatma Gandhi
Conclusion
Ahmedabad has still lots of other places that you can know only after visiting here. It is a city of lights, festivals, and food. A trip to Ahmedabad will make you fresh this weekend.
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