Places to Visit in Bhubaneswar

Known for its Heritage, Bhubaneswar is a hugely popular tourist spot. Thronged by tourists mainly during October, November, December, January and February, Bhubaneswar is a tourists delight. Makar Sankranti, Maha Shivratri, and Ratha Yatra are some of the most popular festivals that happen during the month of (January, February/March, and June/July consecutively.

While June, July, August and September are considered moderate season, March, April and May are considered off-seasons to visit the place. In peak season, i.e., in October, November, December, January and February you can expect pleasant weather with sunny skies. Ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities, whilst in the moderate season you will experience humid weather with heavy showers. In off-season the weather here is scorching heat, which makes sightseeing and outdoor activities difficult for tourists.

In Bhubaneswar, tourists enjoy getting indulged in visiting beautiful temples, exploring the city zoo and nearby wildlife sanctuaries, high street shopping and soaking in the culture in the peak season, whereas in moderate season the verdant surroundings, which provide a breath of fresh air and a dip in the intense heat, which plagues the region during summer months are the frequently enjoyed activities. However, if you are travelling in off-season you can enjoy escaping the crowds, heavy off-season discounts, visiting malls and indoor museums as well as evening picnics at beaches close to the city.

In terms of things to do or places to visit in Bhubaneswar, some of the most popular places that tourists visit are Nandankanan Zoological Park, Lingaraj Temple, Museum of Tribal Arts & Artefacts.