Indore never disappoints. There are so many places here for every kind of traveler. Whether you are a foodie, a wildlife enthusiast, a religious traveler, a wanderer, or a culture buff, Indore has something for everyone. Madhya Pradesh has always been known for its vast cultural and religious roots, its tourism and people.
If you are visiting Indore and looking for things to do, these are the places you must visit.
Central Museum
Anyone who loves exploring the history, Central museum is a great way to explore Indore’s historic heritage. The museum is known to have some of the finest remains of the Parmar sculptures. The main features of these sculptures cover stone depictions and proportioned figures. One can also find pre-medieval & medieval Jain & Hindu sculptures in Madhya Pradesh.
Timings: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM.
Entry Fees: None
Distance: 11 Km from Indore airport.
Patalpani Waterfalls
One of the very popular travel destinations near Indore is the Patalpani waterfalls. A gushing waterfall falling from a height of 150 feet that is surrounded by stunning views, the place is an attractive spot for photo enthusiasts as well. A lot of travelers from Indore prefer to go to Patalpani during the rains.
While you are at it you can also explore nearby attractions like Mandu, Ujjain, Bagh caves, and Maheshwar. You can also make a picnic out of the beautiful landscapes, and backdrops that take you to the Patalpani waterfalls.
Timings: 06:00 AM to 06:00 PM.
Entry Fee: None
Distance: 24 Km from Indore airport.
Location: Kekariya Dabri, M.P
Kanch Mandir
This temple in Indore is one of a kind and is popular for its detailed architecture and mirror and glass work adorning the insides. Built-in the 20th century by Hukumchand Seth, this temple is a sacred destination for the Jain community. The kanch temple stands tall in the Rajwada area of Indore with its aesthetic appeal, glass chandeliers & Chinese style lanterns.
Timings: All week, 05:00 AM to 12:00 PM & 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
Distance: 5.8 Km from Indore airport.
Location: Hukumchand Marg, Beside Sheesh Mahal, Itwaria Bazaar, Indore.
Krishnapura Chhatris
Lined near the banks of the Khan river, Krishnapuri Chhatris are cenotaphs that define the Maratha architectural style. The dome-shaped chhatris constructed in the memory of Holkar rulers during the late 1800s are a total of 3 chhatris. The first one is dedicated to Maharani Holkar and the remaining two were built as a tribute to Maharaja Tukoji Rao Holkar II and Shivaji.
Timings: 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Entry Fee: None
Distance: 7.3 Km from Indore airport.
Location: Mahatma Gandhi Road, Rajwada, Maharaja Tukoji Rao Holker Cloth Market, Indore.
Ralamandal Wildlife Sanctuary
Known to be one of the oldest sanctuaries in MP, the Ralamandal Wildlife Sanctuary houses several varieties of animals and birds. Don’t miss out on exploring this sanctuary if you happen to be a nature lover. Rich biodiversity makes this an ideal place to explore.
Timings: 09:00 AM to 06:30 PM, all week.
Entry Fee: Rs. 5 entry fee.
Distance From Indore: 20 Km from the Indore airport
Lotus Lake, Gulawat
Gulawat is 25 km from Indore and can be easily reached by road. A self-forested area, it is surrounded by eucalyptus and bamboo trees, this huge forest has water coming in from the Yashwant Sagar dam. With a beautiful backdrop of lotuses, the valley, and places around it with a heavy green belt are amazing locations to travel to for getting yourself clicked, and to enjoy some time in nature.
Timings: Open 24 hours.
Distance: 17 Km from Indore airport.
Location: Gurda Khedi, Gulawat, Madhya Pradesh.
You can also include the following locations in your itenary.
- Holkar cricket stadium
- Hanumantiya Island
- Iskon Temple
- Sarafa
- Sirpur lake
- Lal Bagh Palace
While popularly known for Sarafa’s night market, and Omkareshwar being in such close proximity to Indore, there is so much more to Indore. We hope these places will satiate the traveler in you!
