Things to do in Veraval, Gujarat
Veraval, also known as Somnath, is a coastal city and the headquarters of Gir Somnath district in the Indian state of Gujarat.
14 places to visit in and around Veraval, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple
Somanatha Temple is a Hindu temple, located in Prabhas Patan, Veraval, in Gujarat, India. It is one of the most sacred pilgrimage sites, or Tirtha Kshetra for Hindus and is the first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva.
Wikipedia - 2Bhalka
Bhalka Temple, also known as Bhalka Tirtha, is a Hindu temple located in Veraval, Gujarat on the western coast of India. It marks the location where Krishna concluded his earthly pastimes and completed his ascension to his spiritual abode.
Wikipedia - 3Veraval Lighthouse
Veraval Lighthouse is a prominent lighthouse located on the Arabian Sea near the historic port city of Veraval in Gujarat, India.
Wikipedia - 4Veraval Beach
- 5Somnath Beach
- 6Prabhas Patan Museum
- 7Buddhist Cave
- 8Sun Temple
- 9Vallabhghat
- 10Aadri Beach
- 11Veraval Gate
- 12Statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- 13Veer Hamirji Gohil Statue
- 14Shri Morarji Desai statue
Veraval by interest
- Good with kids: Veraval Beach, Somnath Beach, Prabhas Patan Museum
- Temples and places of worship: Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple, Bhalka
- History: forts, palaces and monuments: Prabhas Patan Museum, Buddhist Cave, Sun Temple, Veraval Gate, Statue of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
- Nature: lakes, hills and waterfalls: Veraval Beach, Somnath Beach, Vallabhghat
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 Veraval
Best weather: Sep–Mar.
- Jan22°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb24°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar27°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr30°CHot
- May31°CHot
- Jun30°CHot
- Jul28°CRainy
- Aug27°CRainy
- Sep27°CPleasant, Best months
- Oct27°CPleasant, Best months
- Nov26°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec23°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantHotRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 22°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 24°C | 0 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 0 mm |
| Apr | Hot | 30°C | 0 mm |
| May | Hot | 31°C | 3 mm |
| Jun | Hot | 30°C | 147 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 28°C | 316 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 27°C | 245 mm |
| Sep | Pleasant | 27°C | 129 mm |
| Oct | Pleasant | 27°C | 12 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 26°C | 9 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 23°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 Veraval
- Nearest railway station: Veraval Junction (VRL), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Keshod Airport (IXK), 48 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 3-day trip to Veraval 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 Veraval is not included.
Compare Veraval with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veraval | – | Sep–Mar | 14 |
| Junagadh | 70 km | Sep–Mar | 26 |
| Diu Island | 67 km | Sep, Nov–Mar | 9 |
Distances in a straight line from Veraval; 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 Veraval?
The best known are Somnath Jyotirlinga Temple, Bhalka, Veraval Lighthouse, Veraval Beach, Somnath Beach.
When is the best time to visit Veraval?
Best weather: Sep–Mar.
How do I reach Veraval?
Nearest railway station: Veraval Junction (VRL), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Keshod Airport (IXK), 48 km away.
How much does a 3-day trip to Veraval 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 Veraval is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.