Things to do in Porbandar, Gujarat
Porbandar is a city and the headquarters of the Porbandar district in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi and Sudama.
11 places to visit in and around Porbandar, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Kirti Mandir
Kirti Mandir is a small museum at the birthplace of Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi in the city of Porbandar, Gujarat, India, memorializing him and his wife, Kasturba Gandhi.
Wikipedia - 2Huzoor Palace, Porbandar
The Huzoor Palace, also spelled Huzar Palace, is a palace in Porbandar, in the Indian state of Gujarat.
Wikipedia - 3Porbandar Lake WLS
Porbandar Bird Sanctuary is a bird sanctuary in the Porbandar District of Gujarat state, India, which was dedicated in 1988. It is the only bird sanctuary in Gujarat that provides legal protection to the birds which nest there.
Wikipedia - 4Sudama Mandir Porbandar
The Sudama Mandir is a prominent Hindu temple situated in Porbandar, Gujarat, India. It is dedicated to Sudama, the legendary childhood friend of Krishna.
Wikipedia - 5Chowpati
- 6Raj Mahal - Huzoor Palace
- 7Darbar Gadh
- 8Sudama Mandir
- 9Gandhijis Birthplace
- 10Planetarium
- 11Bharat Mandir
Porbandar by interest
- Good with kids: Kirti Mandir, Porbandar Lake WLS, Chowpati, Planetarium
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Kirti Mandir, Huzoor Palace, Porbandar, Raj Mahal - Huzoor Palace, Darbar Gadh, Planetarium
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Porbandar Lake WLS, Chowpati
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 Porbandar
Best weather: Sep, Nov–Apr.
- Jan23°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb24°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar26°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr28°CPleasant, Best months
- May29°CHot
- Jun30°CHot
- Jul29°CRainy
- Aug28°CRainy
- Sep28°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct28°CHot
- Nov27°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec24°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 23°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 24°C | 0 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 0 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 28°C | 3 mm |
| May | Hot | 29°C | 3 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 30°C | 111 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 29°C | 267 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 223 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 28°C | 120 mm |
| Oct | Hot | 28°C | 9 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 27°C | 6 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 24°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 Porbandar
- Nearest railway station: Porbandar (PBR), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Porbandar Airport (PBD), 5 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Porbandar 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 Porbandar is not included.
Compare Porbandar with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porbandar | – | Sep, Nov–Apr | 11 |
| Bhanvad | 37 km | Sep–Mar | 5 |
| Dwarka | 93 km | Aug–Sep, Nov–Apr | 11 |
| Junagadh | 90 km | Sep–Mar | 26 |
Distances in a straight line from Porbandar; 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 Porbandar?
The best known are Kirti Mandir, Huzoor Palace, Porbandar, Porbandar Lake WLS, Sudama Mandir Porbandar, Chowpati.
When is the best time to visit Porbandar?
Best weather: Sep, Nov–Apr.
How do I reach Porbandar?
Nearest railway station: Porbandar (PBR), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Porbandar Airport (PBD), 5 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Porbandar 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 Porbandar is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.