8-Day Ahmedabad Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Sabarmati Ashram
    30 minutes (6.5 km) from Ahmedabad Airport

    Visit the home of Mahatma Gandhi, which reflects the peaceful life of the great leader and his role in India's freedom struggle.

  2. Day 2: Sidi Saiyyed Mosque
    10 minutes (2.7 km) from Sabarmati Ashram

    Admire the beautifully-carved stone windows at this historic mosque. Built in 1573, it is an important example of Indo-Islamic architectural style.

  3. Day 3: Kankaria Lake
    20 minutes (6.3 km) from Sidi Saiyyed Mosque

    Enjoy the evening at the Kankaria Lake, a man-made lake of circular shape, with an island garden in the center. Ride on the toy train, enjoy a light and sound show, visit the zoo, or take a boat ride.

  4. Day 4: Jama Masjid
    20 minutes (6.8 km) from Kankaria Lake

    Visit one of the most magnificent mosques in India, built in 1423 AD by Sultan Ahmed Shah. Jama Masjid is an epitome of Indo-Islamic architecture, with beautiful carvings and intricate designs.

  5. Day 5: Calico Museum of Textiles
    15 minutes (6.7 km) from Jama Masjid

    Discover the traditional textile arts and crafts of Gujarat at this world-renowned museum. It houses an extensive collection of rare textiles, manuscripts, and antique costumes.

  6. Day 6: Adalaj Stepwell
    30 minutes (16.4 km) from Calico Museum of Textiles

    Marvel at the intricate carvings on the walls of this stepwell, built in 1499. Adalaj Stepwell is a five-story structure with a spiral staircase leading down to a water source.

  7. Day 7: Sarkhej Roza
    45 minutes (19.8 km) from Adalaj Stepwell

    Explore the beautiful architectural masterpieces of Sarkhej Roza, a complex of mosques, tombs, and palaces. Dating back to the 15th century, it is a popular pilgrimage site for many Muslims in India.

  8. Day 8: Science City
    30 minutes (15.3 km) from Sarkhej Roza

    Discover the wonders of science and technology at the Science City, a sprawling complex with interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and an IMAX theater. Fun for all ages!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Sabarmati Ashram (1-2 hours, free)
  • Sidi Saiyyed Mosque (30 minutes, free)
  • Kankaria Lake (2-3 hours, ₹20-₹50 for rides)
  • Jama Masjid (30 minutes, free)
  • Calico Museum of Textiles (1-2 hours, ₹50-₹500)
  • Adalaj Stepwell (30 minutes, free)
  • Sarkhej Roza (1-2 hours, free)
  • Science City (2-3 hours, ₹20-₹100 for rides)
  • Total Estimated Costs: ₹90-₹650

Useful tips

You can add more places to your itinerary if you have more time. Consider visiting Gandhi's Memorial Museum, Ahmedabad's Heritage Walk, or Law Garden Night Market. If you have less time, skip Science City or Kankaria Lake.

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