Things to do in North Gujarat, Gujarat
North Gujarat, also called Uttar Gujarat, is the northern region of the Indian state of Gujarat, it includes the districts of Gandhinagar, Banaskantha, Patan, Aravalli, Mehsana Sabarkantha and Vav-Tharad district.
15 places to visit in and around North Gujarat, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Rajgadhi Timbo, Umta
The Rajgadhi Timbo is a mound and historical site of medieval Jain temple located in Umta village in Visnagar Taluka, Mehsana district, Gujarat, India. The site is State Protected Monument under Gujarat State Archeology Department.
Wikipedia - 2Vadnagar Archaeological Experiential Museum
Vadnagar Archaeological Experiential Museum is an archaeology and history museum in Vadnagar, Gujarat, India. It was inaugurated in January 2025.
Wikipedia - 3Valinath Mahadev Temple
Valinath Mahadev Temple is a Hindu temple, dedicated to Shiva, located in Tarabh village in Visnagar Taluka of Mehsana district, Gujarat, India. It was opened in February 2024.
Wikipedia - 4Chimnabai Lake
Chimnabai Lake is located near Kadarpur village in Kheralu Taluka, Mehsana district in the Indian state of Gujarat. The lake was created by Baroda State ruler Sayajirao Gaekwad III in memory of his deceased wife Chimnabai I.
Wikipedia - 5Pancham Mehta Stepwell
- 6Saptarshi no Aaro
- 7Hatkeshwar Mahadev Heritage Temple
- 8Ghaskol Gate
- 9Lateri Stepwell
- 10Pithori Darwaja
- 11Amarthol Darwaja
- 12Kirti Toran
- 13Nadiol Darwaja
- 14Arjun Bari Gate
- 15Ajpal Kund (Gauri Kund)
North Gujarat by interest
- Good with kids: Vadnagar Archaeological Experiential Museum, Chimnabai Lake
- Temples and places of worship: Valinath Mahadev Temple, Hatkeshwar Mahadev Heritage Temple
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 North Gujarat
Best weather: Sep–Mar.
- Jan19°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb22°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar27°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr32°CHot
- May34°CHot
- Jun33°CHot
- Jul30°CRainy
- Aug28°CRainy
- Sep28°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct27°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov24°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec20°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 19°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 22°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 3 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 32°C | 3 mm |
| May | Hot | 34°C | 6 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 33°C | 72 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 30°C | 242 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 245 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 28°C | 105 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 27°C | 6 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 24°C | 3 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 20°C | 0 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach North Gujarat
- Nearest railway station: vadnagar (VDG), 2 km away.
- Nearest airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD), 78 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to North Gujarat costs
- Budget: about ₹2,700–₹5,600 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹6,900–₹13,700 per person
- Comfort: about ₹15,900–₹30,200 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 North Gujarat is not included.
Compare North Gujarat with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Gujarat | – | Sep–Mar | 15 |
| Taranga | 25 km | Sep–Mar | 14 |
| Vijapur | 27 km | Sep–Mar | 5 |
Distances in a straight line from North Gujarat; 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 North Gujarat?
The best known are Rajgadhi Timbo, Umta, Vadnagar Archaeological Experiential Museum, Valinath Mahadev Temple, Chimnabai Lake, Pancham Mehta Stepwell.
When is the best time to visit North Gujarat?
Best weather: Sep–Mar.
How do I reach North Gujarat?
Nearest railway station: vadnagar (VDG), 2 km away. Nearest airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD), 78 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to North Gujarat cost?
Budget: about ₹2,700–₹5,600 per person; Mid-range: about ₹6,900–₹13,700 per person; Comfort: about ₹15,900–₹30,200 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 North Gujarat is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.