Tourist Places in Bhubaneswar

Literally translating to ‘the Lord of the Universe’, Bhubaneswar is an ancient city in Odisha that packs in many centuries of fascinating history. Also known as the Temple City of India, it is an educational and cultural hub as well.

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Things To See & Do

Buy Pattachitra Paintings at Raghurajpur

Buy Pattachitra Paintings at Raghurajpur

Collect Art from a Heritage Crafts Village
About an hour from Bhubaneswar, Raghurajpur in Puri district is known for its famous Pattachitra paintings, which involve paintings on pattas used in the Lord’s service at Jagannath Temple .

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Explore Art Village Pipili

Explore Art Village Pipili

Popular Handicrafts Hub
Also known as the Applique Village, Pipili is a small town about 45 minutes from Bhubaneswar. It is home to about 200 families employed in making authentic applique products.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Visit Puri Jagannath

Visit Puri Jagannath

Pay your respects at one of the Char Dhams
Located about an hour from Bhubaneswar, the Puri Jagannath Dham is a popular Hindu pilgrimage destination. It is also a famous tourist attraction due to its coastal location.

1 day

Suggested Time

Watch the Sunrise at Konark

Watch the Sunrise at Konark

Sun God Surya's Flaming Chariots
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Konark Sun Temple is a remarkable sight at dawn, when the whole temple gives an illusion of rising out of the sea, as viewed from the inland area.

4-5 hours

Suggested Time

Visit Pathani Samanta Planetarium

Visit Pathani Samanta Planetarium

Unravel the Mysteries of the Universe
Named after astronomer Pathani Samanta, the Pathani Samanta Planetarium is located near Apollo Hospitals in Acharya Vihar. It was built to spread awareness in space science.

2-3 hours

Suggested Time

Sanaghagara Falls, Odisha

Sanaghagara Falls, Odisha

The Famous Picnic Spot in Odisha
 Situated 5 km away from the town of Keonjhar, Sanaghagara drops from a height of 30.5 m. It has become one of the most famous picnic spots to enjoy the resplendent side of nature.

  2-3 hours

Suggested Time

Purchase Silver Filigree from Cuttack

Purchase Silver Filigree from Cuttack

Popularly known as Tarakashi Craft
Rendering Cuttack the Silver City of India, Tarakashi craft involves making beautiful items out of high-quality authentic silver wires. Cuttack is less than an hour from Bhubaneswar.

Half day

Suggested Time

Soak in history at Sisupalgarh

Soak in history at Sisupalgarh

Important Archaeological Site
Less than 30 minutes from Bhubaneswar, Sisupalgarh is an important historical site believed by many archaeologists to have been the ancient capital of Odisha and site of the famous battle of Kalinga.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Bhubaneswar

Winter destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Moderate Season

  • MAR-MAY

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant weather with sunny skies. Ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
  • Things You'll Love:Visiting beautiful temples, exploring the city zoo and nearby wildlife sanctuaries, high street shopping and soaking in the culture.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

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Makar SankrantiJanuary

Maha ShivratriFebruary/March

Ratha YatraJune/July

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Hotel Hindustan International Bhubaneswar (HHI)

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Tourist Places & Memorable Experiences in Bhubaneswar

Holiday on your mind? Bhubaneswar is an incredible tourist destination for Heritage based travel. Know more about the destination before you plan a perfect trip there.

Top festivals celebrated here are Makar Sankranti, Maha Shivratri, Ratha Yatra, Nuakhai, Konark Festival and Puri Beach Festival in the months of January, February/March, June/July, August/September, December and December respectively. You can visit during these months to enjoy the celebrations! Tourists like to travel to Bhubaneswar in October, November, December, January and February to enjoy pleasant weather with sunny skies. Ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities! Even June, July, August and September is a preferred time to visit as its a shoulder season offering humid weather with heavy showers for tourists. You can enjoy the best of both worlds during this time.

March, April and May is the off season for tourism in Bhubaneswar. Main things to do in Bhubaneswar are Nandankanan Zoological Park, Lingaraj Temple and Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts. Tick all of these off your bucket list to make memories for lifetime. Have a safe trip!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Bhubaneswar

What are the top things to do in Bhubaneswar?

Bhubaneswar is an incredibly lively place and is popularly known for its topmost things to do like Nandankanan Zoological Park, Lingaraj Temple, and Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts. You will have a great time here, then why wait? Book your trip now!

What are the best places to visit in Bhubaneswar?

The most loved attractions in Bhubaneswar are Nandankanan Zoological Park, Lingaraj Temple and Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts.

What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in Bhubaneswar?

If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on Nandankanan Zoological Park, Lingaraj Temple, and Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts when you are in Bhubaneswar to make a funfilled vacay.

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