Museums in Pune

Rightly called as the ‘Cultural Capital of Maharashtra’, Pune’s historic landmarks, hill forts, picnic spots and fabulous party places make it a favourite with the tourists for quick weekend sojourns.

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Things To See & Do

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

An Iconic City Attraction
Established by Baba Dinkar Kelkar in the memory of his son, the three-storey museum houses over 15,000 objects including sculptures, musical instruments, weapons and paintings.

1-2 hours

Suggested Time

Joshis Museum of Miniature Railway

Joshis Museum of Miniature Railway

A Fascinating World of Tiny Trains in Pune
Joshi's Museum of Miniature Railway, situated in the vibrant city of Pune, Maharashtra, is a one-of-a-kind attraction that offers visitors a glimpse into the enchanting world of miniature trains. Established by the passionate railway enthusiast, B.S. Joshi, this captivating museum showcases an incredible collection of intricate model trains and intricate railway layouts.

Two hours

Suggested Time

Best Time To Visit Pune

year round destination

  • OCT-FEB

    Peak Season

  • MAR-JUN

    Moderate Season

  • JUL-SEP

    Off-season

  • What To Expect:Pleasant and comfortable weather perfect for sightseeing.
  • Things You'll Love:Exploring tourist places and attending cultural festivals.

FESTIVALS AND EVENTS

Nag PanchamiJuly/August

Ganesh ChathurthiAugust

Gudi PadwaMarch/April

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Flight to Pune Airport

2h 45m . One way

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Train to Pune

25h 30m . One way

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Golden Fields Resort

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O Hotel Pune

O Hotel Pune

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Exploring a destination like Pune

Here are a few quick facts about Pune to make your travel safe and easy. Pune is a Food destination. The best time to visit Pune is October, November, December, January and February. Since this is the peak season expect a little crowd during this time. March, April, May and June period experiences moderate weather. So, you can easily avoid facing a large gathering.

In peak season you can expect pleasant and comfortable weather perfect for sightseeing, whereas in off-season, tourists expect extremely hot and humid temperature during the day with comparatively cool evenings. In moderate seasons, most of the expectation is mild to moderate rainfall. In Pune, the festivals of Nag Panchami, Ganesh Chathurthi and Gudi Padwa are celebrated when a large number of tourists flock together. The festivals are celebrated in the month of July/August, August and March/April respectively. So, if you are fond of bustling streets and localities, choose this time of the year to travel.

If your travel seems incomplete without getting into some fun activities then you will love to get indulged in exploring tourist places and attending cultural festivals. In moderate season you will love to get indulged in driving on the rain-soaked roads.

Whilst in Pune, we also recommend that you pay a visit to some of the most popular places which are Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, Pataleshvara Cave Temple and Shaniwar Wada.

FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Pune

What are the best places to visit in Pune?

Pune has loads of places that you can visit on your vacation. Our recommendation of the best places to visit in Pune include - Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple, Pataleshvara Cave Temple, and Shaniwar Wada. Apart from these, there are multiple other places to visit that you can explore if you are on a longer trip!

What is the best time to visit Pune?

Ideally the best time to visit any place is considered when the weather conditions are delightful. For Pune, you can choose to go in October, November, December, January and February which is the peak season and March, April, May and June which is the moderate season. Both will serve you well to unwind from your tedious routine.

What are some of the most famous restaurants and eateries to explore in Pune?

If you are a foodie, Pune is the right place for you. Pune has many famous restaurants and eateries for you to explore, some of which are Oak Lounge, Vaishali and The House of Medici.