Things to do in Anand, Gujarat
Anand is a city and the administrative centre of Anand district in the state of Gujarat, India. It is administered by Anand Municipal Corporation.
11 places to visit in and around Anand, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
Swaminarayan Mandir, Vadtal headquarters of the LaxmiNarayan Dev Gadi are located in this temple in Vadtal. There are three main shrines in the temple - the central shrine dedicated to Lakshmi Narayan.
Wikipedia - 2Borsad Stepwell
The ancient stepwell is located in Borsad town in Anand district, Gujarat, India. It was built in 1497 by Vasu Soma and his family.
Wikipedia - 3Santram Mandir
Santram Mandir is a Hindu temple in Nadiad, Gujarat, India. It is run by the Santram Maharaj organization.
Wikipedia - 4Vithalbhai Haveli
Vithalbhai Haveli is a haveli in Vaso, Kheda district, Gujarat, India. It was built in the late 19th century and features four floors adorned with beautifully carved wooden pillars, window frames, beams, ceilings and doors.
Wikipedia - 5Dr. Kurien's Museum
- 6Crop Museum
- 7Sardar Patel Museum
- 8Akshar Bhavan
- 9Shri Harimandap Shikshapatri Bhavan
- 10Bhalej
- 11Indira Gandhi Statue
Anand by interest
- Good with kids: Dr. Kurien's Museum, Crop Museum, Sardar Patel Museum, Akshar Bhavan, Shri Harimandap Shikshapatri Bhavan
- Temples and places of worship: Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Santram Mandir
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Borsad Stepwell, Vithalbhai Haveli, Dr. Kurien's Museum, Crop Museum, Sardar Patel Museum
Grouped by what each place is. Lesser-known places are ones fewer people read about on Wikipedia than most places on this page.
Best time to visit Anand
Best weather: Sep–Feb.
- Jan21°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb24°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar29°CHot
- Apr33°CHot
- May35°CHot
- Jun33°CHot
- Jul29°CRainy
- Aug27°CRainy
- Sep28°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct27°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov24°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec21°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 21°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 24°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 29°C | 3 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 33°C | 3 mm |
| May | Hot | 35°C | 3 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 33°C | 144 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 332 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 27°C | 307 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 28°C | 153 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 27°C | 16 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 24°C | 3 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 21°C | 3 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Anand
- Nearest railway station: Kanjari Boriyavi Junction (KBRV), 7 km away.
- Nearest airport: Vadodara Airport (BDQ), 37 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Anand costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Anand is not included.
Compare Anand with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anand | – | Sep–Feb | 11 |
| Fatehgunj | 36 km | Sep–Feb | 13 |
Distances in a straight line from Anand; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Anand?
The best known are Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Borsad Stepwell, Santram Mandir, Vithalbhai Haveli, Dr. Kurien's Museum.
When is the best time to visit Anand?
Best weather: Sep–Feb.
How do I reach Anand?
Nearest railway station: Kanjari Boriyavi Junction (KBRV), 7 km away. Nearest airport: Vadodara Airport (BDQ), 37 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Anand cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Anand is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.