Gwalior is an ancient and significant city of Madhya Pradesh and the largest city in the Gird region of the state. Recently, it was selected as one of the 100 Indian cities to be developed into a smart city. It is the epitome of a city’s perfect amalgamation of history and modern times. Plus, hiring a tourist cab in Gwalior makes exploring this historical city way more comfortable, especially in the hot summer months. Here is a guide to Places to visit in Gwalior.

 

Places to visit in Gwalior

Besides the historic spots, Gwalior offers plenty of other fun things to do in and around the city.

Start by exploring other historical sites near Gwalior, such as the Gopachal Parvat, which is known for its impressive rock-cut Jain monuments dating back to the 7th and 15th centuries.
Next, head to the city’s bustling malls or drop by local merchants to shop for handcrafted goods, Chanderi silk textiles, semi-precious gems, and unique artefacts.
Finally, treat your taste buds to a local food trail—stop by iconic eateries and sample Gwalior’s famous specialities like petha, kachori, poha, and lambi pani poori.

Gwalior zoo

• How to Reach – The zoo lies at walking distance of the city railway station. You can take a walk or hail an auto to reach.
  Timings – 10.30AM-5PM
  Entry Fee – INR 20, Kids – INR 5
  Time Required – 1-2 Hours
  Tips – As a word of caution, be careful of stray monkeys that roam the protected wildlife area

Sun Temple

• How to Reach – The temple sits at 6KM from the city centre. You can book a local cab or auto or even take the bus to reach.
  Timings – 6:30AM – 12PM, 1PM to 6PM
  Entry Fee – Free
  Time Required – 1 hour
  Tips – Visit in the evening hours to see the aarti at sunset time.

Chaturbhuj Temple

• How to Reach – The temple is located near the Fort, 4KM from the city centre. You can include this in your fort trip.
  Timings – 24 hours
  Entry Fee – Free
  Time Required – Less than 1 hour
  Tips – Also, don’t miss the nearby Gujari Mahal and the archaeological museum with ancient ruins.

Famous Forts and Palaces in Gwalior

 

 

To begin with, the forts, palaces, and ancient mansions are among the top places to visit in Gwalior. So, here’s a handy guide to some of the must-see forts you shouldn’t miss–

Gwalior Fort

• How to Reach – The fort area is located at 3.3KM from the railway station. You can get an auto, bus, or book a cab to reach.
  Timings – 6AM-5.30PM
  Entry Fee – INR 75, Free for children below 15 years
  Time Required – 3-4 Hours
  Tips – In addition, don’t miss the 9th-century temple on the premises and the captivating light and sound show held in the evenings.

Jai Vilas Palace

• How to Reach – The palace is located nearly 3KM from the city railway station. You can book a cab, local auto, or bus to reach.
  Timings -10AM – 4:45PM (April to September), 10AM – 4:30PM (October to March) (Closed on Wednesdays)
  Entry Fee –
  • Indians: INR 100
  • Camera/Mobile: INR 70
  • Video Camera: INR 150
  • Children (up to 5 years): Free
  • Physically Challenged People: Free
• Time Required – 2-3 hours
  Tips – Visit the art gallery and the library on premises that houses over 5000 books from different eras.

Tansen’s Mausoleum 

• How to Reach – The mausoleum and tomb is located 5 km from the city center. You can book a local cab or take the city bus or auto to reach.
  Timings – 9AM-6PM
  Entry Fee – Free
  Time Required – 1-2 Hours
  Tips – Attend the Tansen Music Festival, held every November-December near the tomb.

Gujari Mahal 

• How to Reach – The ancient palace sits at 6KM from the city center. You can easily take the local auto or bus or book a taxi to reach.
  Timings – 10AM-5PM
  Entry Fee– INR 10, Photography – INR 50, Videography- INR 200
  Time Required – 2-3 Hours
  Tips – Also, visit the Jahangir Mahal nearby.

Places to eat

Being a foodie’s paradise, there’s no shortage of good restaurants and cafes in Gwalior. Explore these top-rated Gwalior restaurants on your trip –

• S.S. Kachoriwala
• Silver Saloon
• Pakwan
• Rajasthani Bhojanalaya
• Bansiwala Restaurant
• Captain’s Café

 

Best Hotels & Resorts 

While exploring the places to visit in Gwalior, let’s have a look at the hotels here. Most resorts in Gwalior are transformed into old palaces and mansions, making the stay a royal experience. Check out some of these best Gwalior hotels and resorts to stay –

Hotel Name	Address
Taj Usha Kiran Palace	Jayendraganj, Lashkar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474009 Phone: 0751 244 4000
Dera Haveli	Phalka Bazar Road, Sardar Phalke bada, lashkar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474001
MPT Tansen Residency	6-A, Gandhi Rd, LNUPE Campus, Thatipur, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474002 Phone: 0751 234 0370
The Golden Village Hotel & Restaurant	Lalitpur Colony, Lashkar, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh 474009

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