Places to visit in Chandigarh – 2023

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I used to travel a lot. One of the best-planned cities in India is Chandigarh. Chandigarh is known as The City Beautiful. It is actually a beautiful city. This city is considered as the cleanest city. Basically, it is located in the foothills of the Shivalik range It took many days to explore the city. There are too many places to visit in Chandigarh like – shopping centers, Sukhna Lake, Bird Park, Rose Garden, Aquarium tunnel, Rock Garden, Cafes, restaurants, and museums in Chandigarh. Hanging out in bars and clubs with amigos and partying till late in the night is the best part of Chandigarh. One of the most happening places in the country.

Best Places to Visit in Chandigarh

• Sukhna Lake: Charming the views while Boating
• Zakir Hussain Rose Garden: Garden of Roses
• Rock Garden: Must Visit Place
• Mohali Cricket Stadium: Rekindle The Patriotic Fervour
• Terraced Garden: Gape At The Vibrant Colors
• ISKCON Temple: Seek Blessings With Fam
• Pinjore Garden: Admire The Captivating Fountains
• Leisure Valley: Take A Stroll Amidst Greenery
• Sector 17 Market: Best Place To Hangout
• Hops N Grains: Experience Chandigarh Nightlife
• Government Museum & Art Gallery: Pay A Visit
• Shanti Kunj: Relax, Jog & Stroll Around
• Garden Of Fragrance: Treat Your Senses
• National Gallery Of Portraits: Admire The Beautiful Art
• Le Corbusier Center: Heaven For Architectures
• Japanese Garden: A Blend Of Man-Made & Natural Beauty
• International Doll Museum: Watch The Pretty Miniatures 
• Butterfly Park: One-Of-Its-Kind Park
• Garden Of Silence: Silence All The Inner Chaos
• Gandhi Museum: Relive The History
• Fun City: Have A Fun-Filled Day
• Thunder Zone: Get Set For Some Adventure
• Botanical Garden: Enjoy The Greenery
• Bougainvillea Garden: Surrounded By Pink Beauty
• Hibiscus Garden: Amidst The Beautiful Trees
• Open Hand Monument: A Unique Art
• Hop up – Trampoline Park

Chandigarh sightseeing places (Sukhna Lake)

Travelers as well as locals love to hang out around here to engage in boating or just sit on the path and admire the beautiful view of sparkling water and the foggy mountains in the background. Usually, whenever I want some time for me I used to go to the back side of the lake, it was very peaceful there. It is also a favorite place for those who love to watch birds. If you are planning to visit Chandigarh, must visit the best sightseeing places in Chandigarh.

Location – Sector 1, Chandigarh

Timing – 5:00 am to 9:00 pm

Entry fees – Free

Famous Gardens to visit in Chandigarh

Garden of Fragrance

 If you want to relax somewhere then there cannot be a better place than Garden of Fragrance which not only pleasurable your eyes but also your nose. The garden is home to a variety of fragrant flowers and plants like Raat ki rani, different varieties of roses, haar shringar, jasmine, and many more. The best part is that anyone can visit this place at any time. Whether traveling with family, friends, partner, or kids,

Location – Fragrance Garden Road, Sector 36B, Chandigarh

Timing – 24 Hours

Entry fees – Free

Rose Garden

The Rose Garden in Chandigarh is a blooming show of nature’s endless beauty. Its full name is Zakir Hussain Rose Garden. The garden filled the sight with thousands of colorful flowers and I felt a sweet aroma everywhere. Overall, I saw there were thousands of different spices for roses. However, The Rose Garden is one exciting avenue that you just can’t miss on your holiday to visit the best places in Chandigarh.

Location – Jan Marg Sector 16B, Chandigarh

Timing – 6:00 am to 10:00 pm

Entry fees – INR 50 per person

Chandigarh places to see (Rock Garden)

Located close to Sukhna Lake, offering something unique to visitors Rock Garden is the best option. In this garden, I noticed sculptures were made out of scrap and waste like glass, bangles, bottles, tiles, ceramic pots, sinks, and wires. Moreover, there was a quirky waterfall, huge swings, and hilarious mirrors. Overall, I must say you should explore this artsy avenue, one of the best places to go in Chandigarh.

Location – Sector 1, Chandigarh

Timing – 9:00 am to 7:00 pm

Entry fees – INR 30 per person for adults and INR 10 for children

Japanese Garden

This garden is a mixture of man-made and natural beauty. In this garden, you will find several pagoda towers, a Buddha idol, small waterfalls, and many other structures.

Location – Sector 36A, Chandigarh

Timing – 4:00 am to 11:00 pm

Entry fees – Free

Garden of Silence

Garden of Silence is a famous spot amongst people who meditate and try to find silence. The heart of the garden, a huge idol of Lord Buddha adds to the beauty of this place

Location – 5, Lake Walking Way, Kishangarh, Chandigarh

Timing – 6:00 am to 10:00 pm

Entry fees – Free

Adventurous Places

Fun City Water Park

A fun amusement park located in Ramgarh is considered to be the biggest in North India. Offering some of the enthusiastic activities like the landing pools and the wave pool. There is a wide array of water rides available in various shapes and sizes.

Location – Chandigarh-Nada Sahib Gurudwara Barwala Road, Ramgarh

Timing – 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

Entry fees – ₹ 1180 (Waterpark), ₹ 600 (Amusement Park), Free for kids below 3 ft in height

Thunder Zone – Amusement park

Location – Sirhind-Morinda Road, Sawara, Punjab

Timing – 10 am to 7:30 pm (March to October), 10 am to 5:30 pm (November to February)

Entry fees – ₹ 1000 (Waterpark), ₹ 700 (Amusement Park), Free for kids below 3 ft in height

Hop up – Trampoline Park

Location – PR-7, Ambala Chandigarh Expy, Zirakpur, Nagla, Punjab

Timing – 10:00 am to 11:00 pm

Entry fees –

Best Cafes and restaurants in Chandigarh

There were many cafes and restaurants in Chandigarh Cafe JCs, Third Wave, Chaiverse, Casa Bella Vista, Starbucks, Books and Brew, The Chocolate Room, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, and Cafe Coffee Day. Personally, for coffee, I prefer Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. But, their coffee is the best and Chai Verse is one of my favorite cafes. It has very fine dining with affordable food in Chandigarh. Although, I also like its interior design. This cafe hosts several events at very affordable rates.

Shopping Arcades

Let’s start shopping at the most popular attractions in Chandigarh, Elante Mall. However, there were also many malls like DLF City Center Mall, Centra Mall, TDI Mall, Bestech Square Mall, and VR Punjab Mall and the other option for shopping is Sector 17’s market. Eventually, this market is home to various top-notch stores and brands like Da Milano, Madame, Levi’s, Adidas, Nike, Skechers, and Tommy Hilfiger. Nowadays, most people including me also prefer to go shopping at Elante Mall because it is the most hyped and crowded mall, especially on weekends. Whenever I was feeling hungry or wanted to do some adventure, they got you all covered with the food court and the gaming area. However, everything you want to buy clothes, groceries, accessories, kids’ items, electronics, home decor, stationery, gifts, cosmetics, restaurants, jewelry.

There are affordable shopping markets like Shastri Market in Chandigarh ( sector 22), Patel Market (sector 15), and Palika Bazar ( sector 19).

Clubs and Bars (Nightlife in Chandigarh)

The party culture in Chandigarh is that you may see the city coming to life once the sun goes down. Partying with friends till late in the night is the best part of Chandigarh. Either, I also prefer to go to parties on weekends. There are lots of attractions near Chandigarh. Basically, Chandigarh is a paradise for everyone whose soul is searching for something more. Here we can discuss the best clubs, bars, and lounges for example ministry of Bar Exchange, MTV Flyp, Fellas, Pyramid, Beach N Brew, Reef, Culture, and Playboy. Do visit these places to take away all the negative vibes with some soothing music and experience the best nightlife in Chandigarh.

Conclusion

Shortly, if you’re headed to Chandigarh, be sure to have one of the most fun-filled trips ever. There are many great places to visit in Chandigarh. Whether you’re a foodie, a shopaholic, or a party animal. From Luke brands to street markets, from fancy restaurant food to street market food. Hence, Chandigarh has it all for you, whatever you want.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q.1 What is the famous of Chandigarh?

Ans. Sukhna Lake, Rock Garden, Government Museum, and Art Gallery are major tourist attractions of Chandigarh.

Q.2 Is Chandigarh a beautiful place?

Ans. Chandigarh is one of the most beautiful places to live in India which is eventually touching the border of Punjab, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh.

Q.3 Which sweet is famous in Chandigarh?

Ans. Rabri is the famous Chandigarh especially prepared with condensed milk.

Q.4 Which area is best to stay in Chandigarh?

Ans. Zirakpur, Dera Bassi, Sector 5, Sector 8, Sector 9, Sector 10, Sector 11 are the few best places to stay in Chandigarh.

Q.5 Which is the rich area in Chandigarh?

Ans. Sector 9 is perhaps the best and richest area in Chandigarh. It is home to a few VIP characters including the current Chief Minister of Punjab.

Q.6 Is Chandigarh better than Delhi?

Ans. Chandigarh is one of the most cleanest and well-maintained metro cities in India with parks around every corner and less pollution as compared to Delhi.

Q.7 What is a good salary in Chandigarh?

Ans. Major salary in Chandigarh ranges between rs 10 lakh to rs 30 lakh with an average annual salary of rs 18 Lakhs.

Q.8 Which is the biggest market in Chandigarh?

Ans. Sector 17’s market in the heart of Chandigarh that caters to all kinds of shoppers – with stores of international labels as well as locals brands of clothes.