Things to do in Sanand, Gujarat
Sanand is a city and a municipality in Ahmedabad district in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is a major industrial hub of Western India, with manufacturing plants of major domestic and foreign companies.
29 places to visit in and around Sanand, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Thol Wildlife Sanctuary
Thol Lake is an artificial lake near Thol village in Kadi in Mehsana District in the Indian state of Gujarat. A freshwater lake surrounded by marshes, it was built as an irrigation tank in 1912.
Wikipedia - 2Sarkhej Roza
The Sarkhej Roza is a Sufi mosque and tomb complex located in the village of Makarba, 7 kilometres south-west of Ahmedabad in Gujarat state, India. Although there are many rozas across Gujarat, the Sarkhej Roza complex is a Monument of National Importance.
Wikipedia - 3Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary
Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary in the Mehsana district of North Gujarat. It is one of the major wetland in Gujarat and it surrounds the Thol lake.
Wikipedia - 4Gujarat Science City
Gujarat Science City is a science education and entertainment centre located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
Wikipedia - 5Lakkadiya Hanuman Temple
Bhat is a village in Daskroi Taluka in Ahmedabad district of Gujarat State, India. Bhat is located near the bank of the Sabarmati River, 24 km towards west from District headquarters Ahmedabad, 5 km from Daskroi and 49 km from State capital Gandhinagar.
Wikipedia - 6Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum
Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum, abbreviated L. D. Museum, is a museum of Indian sculptures, bronzes, manuscripts, paintings, drawings, miniature paintings, woodwork, bead work and ancient and contemporary coins in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India.
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Before you go: official rules
- Puri Jagannath: registration, official sites and rules
Sanand by interest
- Good with kids: Thol Wildlife Sanctuary, Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat Science City, Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum, Ecology Park
- Temples and places of worship: Sarkhej Roza, Lakkadiya Hanuman Temple, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Ahmedabad Kali Bari, Shah-e-Alam's Roza
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Gujarat Science City, Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum, Bhadra Fort, Amdavad ni Gufa, Sanskar Kendra
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Thol Wildlife Sanctuary, Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary, Ecology Park, Vastrapur Lake, Chandola Lake
- Lesser-known places: Ecology Park, Swaminarayan Museum, Azam and Muazzam Khan's Tomb, Baba Lului's Mosque, Mir Abu Turab's Tomb
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 Sanand
Best weather: Oct–Feb.
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 20°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 23°C | 0 mm |
| Mar | Hot | 28°C | 6 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 33°C | 3 mm |
| May | Hot | 35°C | 3 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 34°C | 96 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 30°C | 267 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 28°C | 257 mm |
| Sep | Hot | 28°C | 123 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 27°C | 9 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 24°C | 3 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 21°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 Sanand
- Nearest railway station: Sanand (SAU), 5 km away.
- Nearest airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD), 28 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to Sanand costs
- Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person
- Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 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 Sanand is not included.
Compare Sanand with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see | 3 days, mid-range, per person |
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| Sanand | – | Oct–Feb | 29 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Ahmedabad | 21 km | Oct–Feb | 40 | ₹8,300–₹16,500 |
| Dholka | 30 km | Oct–Feb | 17 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Kalol | 31 km | Oct–Feb | 28 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
| Naroda | 32 km | Oct–Feb | 13 | ₹7,000–₹13,800 |
Distances in a straight line from Sanand; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
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Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Sanand?
The best known are Thol Wildlife Sanctuary, Sarkhej Roza, Thol Lake Bird Sanctuary, Gujarat Science City, Lakkadiya Hanuman Temple.
When is the best time to visit Sanand?
Best weather: Oct–Feb.
How do I reach Sanand?
Nearest railway station: Sanand (SAU), 5 km away. Nearest airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (AMD), 28 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to Sanand cost?
Budget: about ₹2,800–₹5,500 per person; Mid-range: about ₹7,000–₹13,800 per person; Comfort: about ₹16,000–₹30,300 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 Sanand is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Oct 2026.