Tourist Places in Port Blair

An archipelago in the Bay of Bengal rooted in colonial and tribal history, Port Blair is an idyllic paradise with swaying palms and cerulean waters.

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Things To See & Do

Scuba Diving at Jolly Buoy Island

Scuba Diving at Jolly Buoy Island

Pollution-Free Protected Beach
A protected habitat, Jolly Buoy Island is a lesser-explored virgin beach with clear waters and clean shores where activities like scuba diving and snorkelling offers awesome marine life views.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Boating at Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

Boating at Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park

Divers Marine Park
Created to preserve and promote marine life in the islands, Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is a protective habitat for nesting sea turtles and coral reefs.

2-3 hours

Suggested Time

Ferry ride to Ross Island

Ferry ride to Ross Island

Historical Colonial-Era Island
Once dubbed as the ‘Paris of the East’, Ross Island was the headquarters of the British in pre-Independence India with remnants of its colonial past still visible.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Exploring Baratang Island

Exploring Baratang Island

A Natural Paradise
Baratang Island has a wealth of natural beauty in the form of diverse fauna along with beaches, bamboo forests, limestone caves, mangroves, creeks and mud volcanoes.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Birdwatching at Chidiya Tapu

Birdwatching at Chidiya Tapu

Natural Bird Habitat
Chidiya Tapu is a birdwatching paradise with indigenous and migratory birds and also has an abundance of marine life including corals, sea turtles and umpteen species of fishes.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Water Sports at North Bay Island

Water Sports at North Bay Island

Famous Coral Island
A popular island for water sports like jet skiing and snorkelling, North Bay Island is also known for its colourful coral formations and marine life.

3-4 hours

Suggested Time

Shopping at Aberdeen Bazaar

Shopping at Aberdeen Bazaar

Bargain Retail Therapy
Aberdeen Bazaar is a central marketplace with rows of shops selling souvenirs and trinkets made from locally sourced materials like shell, coconut, wood and bamboo.

2 hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Port Blair

Ideal winter destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • MAR-MAY

    Moderate Season

  • JUN-SEP

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Mild tropical temperatures.
  • Things You'll Love:The beaches and water sports.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Island Tourism FestivalJanuary

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4 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹8,024

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Sea Hills Resort

Sea Hills Resort

Shyam Nagar, Havelock

4.3/5

₹7,105

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Silver Sand Beach Resort

Silver Sand Beach Resort

Vijay Nagar Beach, Havelock

4/5

₹11,511

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Silver Sand Sea Princess Beach Resort

Silver Sand Sea Princess Beach Resort

Wandoor, Port Blair

3.5/5

₹5,458

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5 STAR HOTELS

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Average Price

₹11,505

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Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Bay Island, Port Blair

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Bay Island, Port Blair

Marine Hills, Port Blair

4/5

₹18,000

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Symphony Summer Sands Beach Resort & Spa

Symphony Summer Sands Beach Resort & Spa

Ram Nagar, Neil Island

4/5

₹7,017

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Sea Shell Havelock

Sea Shell Havelock

Govind Nagar, Havelock

4.4/5

₹9,498

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Tourist Places & Memorable Experiences in Port Blair

While planning a holiday to Port Blair, we recommend you go through this trove of information to make the most of your holiday. Port Blair is a Beach destination and is best experienced when visited during October, November, December, January and February as you can mild tropical temperatures here. One can also plan a holiday during March, April and May to enjoy hot weather along with humidity. For people looking to the ditch the crowd, visiting Port Blair during June, July, August and September is also a great way of exploring the destination.

Port Blair is also known for its Island Tourism Festival which are celebrated in the months of January respectively. While here, you must definitely visit and explore Cellular Jail known for its Built in 1906, the historical Cellular Jail or kala paani is where Indian freedom fighters were incarcerated by the British. It was declared a National Museum in 1969. Samudrika Naval Marine Museum is another one in the top places to visit in Port Blair known for its Built in 1906, the historical Cellular Jail or kala paani is where Indian freedom fighters were incarcerated by the British. It was declared a National Museum in 1969. We recommend that you do give a visit to these places to learn about the history and culture of Port Blair better. Have a happy, safe and an unforgettable holiday in Port Blair!

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Port Blair

What are the best places to visit in Port Blair?

Port Blair has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in Port Blair include - Cellular Jail, Samudrika Naval Marine Museum, and Zonal Anthropological Museum. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

Which are the best heritage places to explore in Port Blair?

The best heritage places in Port Blair are Cellular Jail, Samudrika Naval Marine Museum and Zonal Anthropological Museum. You will have an amazing time exploring these heritage places in Port Blair and will definitely come back home with a bag full of lovely memories.

How is the weather of Port Blair in peak season?

The weather of Port Blair in peak season is mild tropical temperatures. It means you can easily plan a trip to Port Blair in the months of ​​​​​​​​October, November, December, January and February to enjoy your trip to the fullest.