Places to Visit in Chandigarh

Started as a hobby by the founder Nek Chand Saini in 1957, the Rock Garden of Chandigarh has now become one of the best tourist places in Chandigarh. Spread in more than 40 acres of seamlessly designed and decorated land, Rock Garden is embellished with more than 5,000 illustrations sculptures. What's more amazing is the fact that everything the place holds is made out of various industrial and urban waste.

The garden is segregated into three parts, each with a distinct collection of sculptures. From light spouts, terra cotta plants to a creative display of broken home appliances, the place is truly enigmatic to watch and walk around in. This is also what makes the Rock Garden, a go-to place to visit in Chandigarh, especially for a weekend get away.

Location: Rock Garden of Chandigarh, Sector 1, Chandigarh, 160001

Entry Fee: INR 30/Adult, INR10/Child

Timing: 9;00 AM to 7:00 PM all days of the week. 

Best Time to Visit: October To March

The gorgeous Sukhna Lake, found in Chandigarh, was brought into existence by damming the Sukhna Chole in 1958. Strearched in 3 km, the lake is encompassed with sparkling water, boats and serves as home for a number of birds including the Siberian duck and the crane.

Standing amongst the greatest places to visit in Chandigarh for nature lovers, activities like boat rides across the lake, fishing, water skiing and enjoying the beautiful sunset are much relished by many who visit the lake. The place is also famous among many walkers and joggers who can be seen hogging the place early in the morning. Strolling across the waterfronts of the lake is a delightful experience everybody enthusiast must enjoy.

Location: Sukhna Lake, Sector 1, Chandigarh 160001, India

Entry Fee: Free Entry 

Timing: 9:00 AM To 5:00 PM All days 

Best Time to Visit: January to April

Peaceful and religious, the Iskon Temple is one of the greatest places to visit in Chandigarh, especially for the spiritual individuals and devotees of Lord Krishan. From daily poojas to customary celebrations throughout the year, every corner of the temple speaks about purity and devotion towards the lords.

In the vicinity of the temple are an array of shops where memorabilias and sweets among others can be bought. Surrounding the place is a land encapsulated with dense grass and greenery. Activities like picnics are best enjoyed by families here, especially on a bright sunny day.

Location: ISKCON Temple Chandigarh, Hare Krishna Dham, Sector 36-B, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh 160036 India

Entry Fee: Free Entry

Timing: Sunday To Thursday: 4:30 Am - 5:00 Am, 07:15 Am - 12:45pm, 4:15 Pm - 8:00 Pm. Closed on Friday and Saturday

Best Time to Visit: October To April

Like shopping? You'll love Sector 17 market in Chandigarh. Taken over by hundreds of big brand stores, local shops, and malls, the spot is one of the best tourist places in Chandigarh for the ones who love to shop.

From clothes to artworks, bridal wears, handicrafts and more, the stores here offer a variety of regional and international items to choose from. Adding on to the fun are the food stations here. With a ton of local flavors and authentic cuisines, one will be showered with a sublime experience here. If you are in Chandigarh, no matter what the weather is, your trip isn't complete unless you have visited the hub of shopping in the city, Sector 17 market in Chandigarh.

Location: Sector 17 Market, 17F, Sector 17, Chandigarh, 160017

Entry Fee: Ranges

Timing: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM, Open all days of the week

Best Time to Visit: October To June

A brand new extension to the glorious amalgamation of gardens Chandigarh has, Japanese Garden was opened for the public in 2014. Spread across a vast 13 acres of land, the garden exhibits various aspects of Japanese culture and tradition.

From the equanimity of the Zen garden to the peaceful atmosphere of the meditation hut, ponds and a pagoda tower, tourists can indulge in a variety of activities here in the garden. The garden was primarily designed with the motive to protect and hold numerous sculptures and relics of the Buddhists. A spiritual place for some, an enigmatic tourist attraction for others, the Japanese Garden serves all kinds of visitors and holidaymakers.

Location: Japanese Garden, Sector 31 A, Sector 31, Chandigarh, 160030

Entry Fee:  No Entry Fee

Timing: 4:30 AM - 11:00 PM

Best Time to Visit: October - March

A delight for nature enthusiasts, the Butterfly park in sector 26 of Chandigarh holds an adorable collection of more than 35 species of butterflies. Adding on to the charisma of the place is the curiously cut grass in various shapes of butterflies.

Offering a vast area of true scenic greenery, the park serves as the perfect destination for families and friends to enjoy a great evening picnic, a soothing walk and more. What makes the place even more attractive is the no honking zone the place falls under. Calm, peaceful and green, there is no reason why one should not spend some hours here.

Location: Butterfly Park, Sector 26, Chandigarh, 160019

Entry Fee: No Entry Fee

Timing: 8:30 AM To 5:00 PM

Best Time to Visit: October To April

Categorised amongst the most beautiful cricket stations in all of India, a visit to Mohali Cricket Stadium is a cricket fan's dream. Established in 1993, the stadium can hold more than 26,000 audience members. From international T20 matches to the Indian Premier League, an array of international and domestic matches are played here in the stadium. A delight to watch, the stadium glows when the Indian team plays here.

Location: Mohali Cricket Stadium, I.S. Bindra Stadium, Sector 63, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Chandigarh 160062

Entry Fee: Variable

Timing: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM