3-Day City Experience in Pune

  1. Day 1: Explore the History and Culture of Pune
    20 minutes (5.6 km) from Pune Airport

    Start your day at Aga Khan Palace, a historical landmark with beautiful architecture and a must-visit sight. Next, visit Dagadusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, one of the most famous temples in Pune, and learn about its history and significance. Finally, head to Shaniwar Wada, a historic fortification that was home to the Peshwas of the Maratha Empire. Take a guided tour and learn about the fort's history, or simply enjoy the beauty of the structure and gardens on your own.

  2. Day 2: Explore the Food and Markets of Pune
    20 minutes (5.7 km) from Shaniwar Wada

    Start your day at the Pune Market Yard where you can see the local vendors selling fresh fruits and vegetables. Continue to Chaturshringi Temple, a beautiful temple located on a hilltop, and enjoy the breathtaking view of Pune from the viewpoint. For lunch, head to Vohuman Cafe, a popular Iranian restaurant serving the city's best bun maska and chai. In the evening, visit Koregaon Park Plaza, a shopping complex with a variety of stores and restaurants.

  3. Day 3: Relax and Connect with Nature
    25 minutes (9.5 km) from Koregaon Park Plaza

    Start your day at Osho Ashram, a peaceful retreat center and meditation hub for people around the world. Next, visit the Sinhagad Fort, a historical fortification located on top of a hill with great scenic beauty. Take a trek to the top of the fort and enjoy the beautiful views. Finally, end your day at Katraj Snake Park, where you can see a variety of snakes and other reptiles, and learn about their habitat and behavior.

Estimated Time and Costs

  • Aga Khan Palace (1 hour, INR 50)
  • Dagadusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple (30 minutes, free)
  • Shaniwar Wada (2 hours, INR 100)
  • Pune Market Yard (1 hour, free)
  • Chaturshringi Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Vohuman Cafe (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Koregaon Park Plaza (2 hours, as per expenses)
  • Osho Ashram (3-4 hours, INR 870)
  • Sinhagad Fort (2-3 hours, INR 50)
  • Katraj Snake Park (1-2 hours, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding lodging and transportation): INR 1720

Useful tips

If you have more time, you may want to visit the Pataleshwar Cave Temple, an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, or the Parvati Hill, a heritage site with beautiful temples and a museum. For adventure lovers, you can go for a rafting expedition in nearby towns like Kolad. Pune has a vibrant nightlife, and you can enjoy the wide variety of pubs, clubs, and lounges.

If you have less time, you may want to skip the Koregaon Park Plaza on Day 2 or the Snake Park on Day 3. You can also combine the Sinhagad Fort trek with the Chaturshringi Temple visit and finish the day early.

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