One-Day Chandigarh Adventure: Culture and Nature Combined

Day 1: Chandigarh Exploration

Chandigarh, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

Start your day off right with a traditional Indian breakfast at Indian Coffee House, where you can savor the iconic South Indian filter coffee and delicious masala dosa.
Drive to the Indian Coffee House located in Sector 17, a bustling commercial area.
INR 250, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Rock Garden of Chandigarh

Explore the mesmerizing Rock Garden, a unique sculpture garden made from industrial and urban waste, showcasing the creativity of Nek Chand.
Proceed to the Rock Garden next, just a 15-minute drive from your breakfast spot.
INR 30, 2 hours

11:30AM

Stroll at Sukhna Lake

Enjoy a leisurely walk or rent a paddleboat at Sukhna Lake, a picturesque man-made reservoir that offers beautiful views and a serene atmosphere.
The lake is a short 10-minute drive from the Rock Garden.
INR 50 (boating rental additional), 1.5 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Pal Dhaba

Indulge in authentic Punjabi cuisine at Pal Dhaba, famous for its butter chicken and tandoori roti, providing a true taste of local flavors.
Drive to Pal Dhaba in Sector 28, taking about 15 minutes from Sukhna Lake.
INR 600, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit the Chandigarh Rose Garden

Wander through the lush Rose Garden, home to thousands of rose varieties and other beautiful plants, perfect for both nature lovers and photographers.
The Rose Garden is only a 10-minute drive from Pal Dhaba.
Free, 1 hour

4:30PM

Explore the Punjab University Campus

Take a guided tour of the architectural beauty of the Punjab University Campus, designed by the renowned architect Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier, which is a blend of academia and cultural heritage.
Drive to the university, a 20-minute ride from the Rose Garden.
Free, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

High-tea at The Lalit Chandigarh

Relax a bit with high tea at The Lalit, where you can enjoy a selection of teas and snacks in an elegant setting after a long day of exploration.
A 10-minute drive from the university will take you to The Lalit.
INR 800, 1 hour

7:30PM

Evening at Sector 17 Plaza

Conclude your day with an evening stroll around the vibrant Sector 17 Plaza, filled with shops, street vendors, and local culture, to soak in the city life.
Head back to Sector 17 Plaza, which is a short 15-minute drive.
Free (shopping at personal cost), 1.5 hours

9:00PM

Dinner at The Indian Accent

Enjoy a delightful dinner at The Indian Accent, a modern Indian restaurant known for its innovative take on traditional cuisine.
The Indian Accent is located in The Lodhi, about a 20-minute drive from Sector 17 Plaza.
INR 1500, 2 hours
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