Things to do in Samastipur, Bihar
Samastipur is a city and a Municipal Corporation in Bihar, India. It is the headquarters of the Samastipur district and comes under Darbhanga division.
5 places to visit in and around Samastipur, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
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- 1Barela Bird Sanctuary
Baraila Lake Salim Ali-Jubba Sahni Bird Sanctuary, commonly referred to as Barela Bird Sanctuary, is a protected area and wildlife sanctuary located in Vaishali district of the Indian state of Bihar.
Wikipedia - 2Thaneshwar Temple
Thaneshwar Temple is a prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Samastipur city, Samastipur district, Bihar, India.
Wikipedia - 3Pandav Sthan
Pandav Sthan also known as Panr is an ancient archaeological site in the Mithila region of the Indian subcontinent. It is related to the epic Mahabharata.
Wikipedia - 4Khudneshwar Asthan Morwa
Khudneshwar Asthan is a Hindu temple devoted to Lord Shiva located 17 kilometers southwest of the Samastipur district headquarters of Bihar, India.
Wikipedia - 5Baraila Jheel
Baraila Jheel is a lake in the Mithila region of the Indian subcontinent. It is located in the region of Jandaha-Patepur blocks of the Vaishali district in the state of Bihar in India.
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Best time to visit Samastipur
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
- Jan16°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb20°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar26°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr31°CHot
- May33°CHot
- Jun33°CHot
- Jul30°CRainy
- Aug29°CRainy
- Sep28°CRainy
- Oct26°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov21°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec17°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 16°C | 9 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 20°C | 11 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 26°C | 16 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 31°C | 27 mm |
| May | Hot | 33°C | 74 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 33°C | 168 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 30°C | 295 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 29°C | 214 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 28°C | 201 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 26°C | 53 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 21°C | 3 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 17°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 Samastipur
- Nearest railway station: Samastipur Junction (SPJ), 2 km away.
- Nearest airport: Darbhanga Airport (DBR), 41 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Samastipur 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 Samastipur is not included.
Compare Samastipur with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samastipur | – | Oct–Mar | 5 |
| Darbhanga | 37 km | Oct–Mar | 11 |
| Muzaffarpur | 49 km | Oct–Mar | 7 |
| Jale | 59 km | Oct–Mar | 11 |
| Begusarai | 60 km | Oct–Mar | 9 |
Distances in a straight line from Samastipur; 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 Samastipur?
The best known are Barela Bird Sanctuary, Thaneshwar Temple, Pandav Sthan, Khudneshwar Asthan Morwa, Baraila Jheel.
When is the best time to visit Samastipur?
Best weather: Oct–Mar.
How do I reach Samastipur?
Nearest railway station: Samastipur Junction (SPJ), 2 km away. Nearest airport: Darbhanga Airport (DBR), 41 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Samastipur 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 Samastipur is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.