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7 Days in Ahmedabad: Unveiling the Vibrant Heritage and Culinary Delights

Tony Gerald

Tony Gerald

10 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, as you immerse yourself in the rich history, breathtaking architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine. From majestic palaces to serene lakes, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience for solo travelers.

Trip to Ahmedabad

Day 1Majestic Monuments and Riverside Bliss
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$26

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$ 2

HOTEL PRAGATI THE GRAND

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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Moti Mahal
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
12 - 17 min

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Shree Swaminarayan Mandir
Vibrant Hindu temple featuring an intricate, colourful arched gateway & carved wood architecture.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Rani no Hajiro
Historic queens' tomb complex, with vendors selling costume jewelry & women’s apparel.
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Jama Masjid
Iconic yellow-sandstone mosque built in 1424 by sultan Ahmed Shah I, whose tomb lies nearby.
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
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$9
5 - 8 min

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Riverfront Flower Park
Bi-level promenade on both sides of Sabarmati River, used for walking, cycling & cultural events.
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
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Free
10 - 15 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
12 - 15 min

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Delhi Darwaja
Historic city gate with bold brick arches, now a location for street food & grocery stalls.
No time set
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Riverfront Park
This riverside park across from Gandhi's former home features paved walking paths & grassy areas.
No time set
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Free
30 - 36 min

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The Adalaj Stepwell
Ancient architectural site featuring a stepwell dating to late 1400s with intricate wall carvings.
No time set
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$3
Day 2Palatial Splendor and Wildlife Encounters
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$33

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$ 3

HOTEL PRAGATI THE GRAND

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
10 - 15 min

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BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Striking Hindu temple featuring ornate interiors, domes & towers, plus multiple shrines.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Shri Bhadrakali Mata Ji Mandir
Centuries-old temple dedicated to a Hindu goddess, with statues, ornate tiling & a market outside.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Kamla Nehru Zoo, Kankaria, Ahmedabad
Zoological park on 117 lakeside acres showcasing albino animals, endangered birds & reptiles.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$1
8 - 10 min

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Food Gallery Restora
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$9
3 - 4 min

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Chandola Lake
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Topaz Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$13
24 - 29 min

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Atal Foot Over Bridge
No time set
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Free
132 - 197 min

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Sabarmati Riverfront
This riverfront promenade along the Sabarmati River features parks, boating, a zip-line & more.
No time set
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Free
Day 3Vintage Charm and Cultural Delights
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$29

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$ 2

HOTEL PRAGATI THE GRAND

Depart from your stay 🏨

50 - 60 min

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Vintage Village
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Auto World Vintage Car Museum
Covered outdoor showcase of high-end vintage automobiles, carriages, motorcycles & other vehicles.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$3
31 - 38 min

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Kankaria Lake
Manmade lake from the 1500s, with amusement rides, adrenaline attractions & parks lining its shores.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Gopi Dining Hall
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$9
8 - 10 min

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Shri Jagannathji Mandir Trust
This centuries-old, Hindu place of worship features classic architecture with a contemporary feel.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 4Spiritual Serenity and Architectural Wonders
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$28

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$ 2

HOTEL PRAGATI THE GRAND

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

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Ashray Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
6 - 9 min

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Sabarmati Ashram
Site of Hindu spirituality with museum about life and work of former Indian leader, Mahatma Gandhi.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Hutheesing Jain Temple
Large, 19th-century marble Jain temple with elaborate architecture featuring intricate carvings.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Rani Rupamati Ki Masjid
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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The Green House
1:45 PM - 3:15 PM
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$11
1 - 2 min

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Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
Historic mosque built in 1573, famed for latticework carved into intricate tree designs.
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Shahi Jam-e-Masjid Bhadra
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
16 - 20 min

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Ahmedabad Ni Gufa
Contemporary, cavernous gallery featuring artwork by Maqbool Fida Husain, plus a cafe & garden.
No time set
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Butterfly Park
8,000-sq-m botanical garden at Kankaria Lake designed to attract many species of butterfly.
No time set
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Free
Day 5Gardens, Temples, and Gastronomic Adventures
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$29

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$ 4

HOTEL PRAGATI THE GRAND

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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3rd Eye Kitli
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
6 - 9 min

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Parimal Garden
Relaxed park area featuring shady spots, benches, a children's playground & a pond with a fountain.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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ISKCON Ahmedabad Temple
Big Hare Krishna compound featuring a 12,000-sq.-ft. temple room with ornate artwork & a food court.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Gurudwara Gobinddham
Sikh temple featuring a golden altar & ornate ceiling tiles, plus colourful lights at night.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
17 - 21 min

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Hare Krishna Mandir, Bhadaj
Hare Krishna complex featuring vegetarian dining, a kids' play area & an outdoor event space.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
24 - 29 min

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ENTARTICA SEAWORLD AHMEDABAD
No time set
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Vichaar Museum
Mud hut museum displaying a variety of ancient utensils, nutcrackers & other utilitarian tools.
No time set
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Lokmanya Tilak Garden Victoria Garden
Historic, tree-lined city park with lawns for activities & picnics, seating areas & a fountain.
No time set
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Riverfront Biodiversity Park
No time set
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Mangaldas Ni Haveli
No time set
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Free
14 - 17 min

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The Calico Museum of Textiles
Textile museum devoted to 5 centuries of Indian fabrics & weaving techniques; reservations required.
No time set
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$4
Day 6Science, Nature, and Artistic Treasures
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$32

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$ 2

HOTEL PRAGATI THE GRAND

Depart from your stay 🏨

4 - 5 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
9 - 11 min

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Aquatic Gallery - Science City
Complex with hands-on exhibits, an IMAX theater & a planetarium, plus eateries & a musical fountain.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Sundarvan
Small children's nature center featuring various plants & animals, plus educational activities.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7 - 10 min

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Jahanvee Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$9
12 - 15 min

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Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum
Museum known for pre-Mughal paintings, bronzes & sculptures, plus rare manuscripts & coins.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$1
9 - 14 min

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Cellad Eatery
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 7Culinary Delights and Cultural Gems
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$35

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$ 2

HOTEL PRAGATI THE GRAND

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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Cafe, DA-IICT
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
20 - 24 min

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Trimandir, Adalaj
Non-sectarian temple complex with a central fountain & marble idol, plus a museum & mini-theater.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial
Dedicated to India's first Deputy PM, this museum tells the story of India's early democracy.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$1
19 - 23 min

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Law Garden
Public garden & market where street vendors hawk saris, embroidered textiles & local crafts.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$11
5 - 8 min

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Vastrapur Lake
Small urban lake surrounded by a walking path offers an open-air theater & a children's park.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Maruti Dining Hall
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$13

Budget breakdown: $224 In total

Activities & Food:$209
Transport:$15