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Country
India
Continent
Asia
Airport
AMD
Currency
Indian rupee
Time zone
UTC+5:30
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Airport and transfer
An airport north of the city, and trains from Mumbai and Jaipur
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (Hansol)
Gujarat's main airport lies north-east of the city, roughly 10 km from the centre (9 to 15 km depending on the source). By taxi or auto-rickshaw allow a little under half an hour, longer at rush hour; book ahead through your hotel or use a prepaid taxi counter. AMTS city buses serve the airport, and a BRTS line also stops there. The international terminal does not open around the clock, so expect a wait if you arrive at night or very early.
Ahmedabad Junction railway station (Kalupur)
The city's main station, in the Kalupur district on the east bank of the Sabarmati. Trains link it several times a day with Mumbai (about 500 km), Jaipur and New Delhi, as well as many other Indian cities. By road Mumbai is about 550 km away, with a lot of truck traffic.
Distances and times are indicative (Wikipedia EN, DE and FR, Wikivoyage EN, FR and ES) and vary with traffic and schedules. Sources give 9 to 15 km for the airport.
The historic old city
India's first World Heritage city
Ahmedabad is the city of Sultan Ahmed Shah and of Gandhi. Along the Sabarmati, the old quarter on the east bank is a tangle of bazaars, pols and places of worship. Its historic old city was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2017, a first for India. The city has more than 5 million people (2011 census) and is still Gujarat's main economic hub, though the state capital is Gandhinagar, about 30 km to the north.
The Jama Masjid
Built in the 15th century in yellow sandstone, the great Friday mosque stands on a forest of pillars carrying dozens of small domes at different heights. Its facade, with a central arch and carved turrets, looks onto a wide paved courtyard. Remove your shoes and cover shoulders and knees to visit.
The Sidi Saiyyed Mosque and its jali
Raised at the end of the Gujarat Sultanate, in the 16th century, this small mosque is famous for its pierced stone windows, the jali, whose geometric and floral patterns are among the emblems of the city. They filter the morning light and are best admired up close.
The Hutheesing Jain Temple
The pale stone Hutheesing temple is covered in very fine carving: balconies, deities, musicians and fabulous animals. The Jain community has an important place in Ahmedabad. Take off your shoes at the entrance and dress modestly.
Old districts and their pols
Pols are clusters of traditional houses gathered around courtyards and closed by gates, discovered by wandering the lanes of the old city. Carved wooden facades, balconies and coloured columns are typical of this architecture. The houses are lived in: walk discreetly, ideally with a local guide or an organised tour.
Beyond the centre
A stepwell and the memory of Gandhi
The Adalaj stepwell
About 15 to 20 km north of Ahmedabad, near Gandhinagar, the Adalaj stepwell descends through several storeys of galleries with carved pillars and walls. This kind of structure allowed people to draw water while sheltering from the heat. Allow half a day with the journey, preferably outside the hottest hours.
Sabarmati Ashram
On the bank of the Sabarmati, the ashram where Gandhi lived from 1917 is now a memorial museum: simple tile-roofed houses, shaded gardens, exhibitions and documents. The atmosphere is calm, and the site recalls Gandhi's role in India's independence movement. Allow one to two hours.
Museums and culture
Textiles, memory and modern architecture
The Calico Museum of Textiles
It is regarded as one of the finest textile museums in the world, with fabrics, clothes, furniture and temple objects, the oldest dating to the 17th century. Access may be restricted: check the conditions before you go.
Sabarmati Ashram and the Patel memorial
The ashram museum (Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya) keeps photographs, letters and objects. A national memorial to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, another independence figure from Gujarat, also displays documents and photographs.
Sanskar Kendra and modern architecture
Designed by Le Corbusier, the Sanskar Kendra is a museum on the history, art and architecture of the city. Ahmedabad also has buildings by Louis Kahn and B. V. Doshi, popular with architecture fans.
Lakes and walks
Circular Kankaria Lake dates back to the 15th century and draws families in the evening. The Sabarmati riverfront is best walked in the morning or late afternoon. Museum hours and closing days change: check them before you go.
Food and drink
Gujarati thali, dhokla and sweets
Dhokla and snacks
Gujarat is known for its mostly vegetarian cuisine, rather mild and slightly sweet. Dhokla, a steamed, fermented chickpea-flour cake, is eaten as a snack with green and red chutneys. Other favourites are the breakfast fafda-jalebi, crisp khakhra flatbread and thepla.
The thali
The Gujarati thali includes rotis, dal, rice, vegetables (shaak), pickles and papads, with buttermilk; many restaurants serve all-you-can-eat plates. It is the best introduction to local cooking.
Street food and markets
In the evening, stalls set up around Law Garden and in the Manek Chowk area of the old city. Pick busy stalls and eat food served hot.
Drinks and alcohol
Milky tea (chai) and buttermilk are the everyday drinks. Gujarat is a state where alcohol is prohibited or strictly regulated: check the rules before you travel.
Getting around
Buses, metro and auto-rickshaws
AMTS and BRTS buses
AMTS city buses cover almost the whole city for very small fares. The BRTS network, with dedicated lanes, is faster where it exists. Services run roughly from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Ahmedabad Metro
The metro, opened in 2019 and extended since, is a fast alternative on the corridors it serves. It does not cover the whole city: check the current map before relying on it.
Auto-rickshaws and taxis
Auto-rickshaws (yellow and green) are the most common way to get around. Agree the fare before getting in; night fares differ. Taxis are booked through the hotel or an app, as few can be hailed.
On foot
The old city is best explored on foot, but heat, traffic and crowded pavements are tiring. Carry water and comfortable shoes that are easy to take off.
Budget
An affordable budget compared with Europe
Ahmedabad is an affordable destination: local meals, city transport and simple accommodation cost much less than in Europe. Entrance fees are generally higher for foreign visitors. We give no figures because they vary with the season and the exchange rate: check the official sites.
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Before you go
For entry formalities for India, check the official information from your country of departure, as well as its travel and health advice. On site, drink bottled or filtered water, choose busy places to eat and protect yourself from the heat.
When to go
When to visit Ahmedabad?
Spring
March to May: the heat rises quickly, with highs often above 40 °C in May.
Summer
June to September: the south-west monsoon, from mid-June to mid-September, brings rain and humidity; heavy showers can flood some streets.
Autumn
October and early November: the monsoon withdraws, days remain hot.
Winter
November to February: dry, pleasant season, with mild days and cooler nights.
The best period runs from October to March. May, very hot, is best avoided for exploring on foot. In mid-January, Uttarayan fills the sky with kites, and the nine nights of Navratri in autumn bring garba dancing to the city.
By length of stay
What to do in Ahmedabad depending on your stay
The essentials
Jama Masjid, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, a walk through the pols and the Hutheesing temple, then Sabarmati Ashram.
Going deeper
Add the Adalaj stepwell, a museum (textiles or Sanskar Kendra), Kankaria Lake and an evening of street food.
Around Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar, about 30 km away, or a train onward to Jaipur and Rajasthan.
In pictures
Ahmedabad in pictures
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Ahmedabad
How do I get from Ahmedabad airport to the centre?
The airport (AMD) is north-east of the city, roughly 10 km from the centre (9 to 15 km depending on the source). By taxi or auto-rickshaw allow a little under half an hour, longer at rush hour. AMTS buses also serve the airport.
When is the best time to visit Ahmedabad?
From October to March, when days are milder and dry. From March to June the heat is very strong; the monsoon runs from mid-June to mid-September.
Is Ahmedabad an expensive city?
No, it is affordable compared with Europe for meals, transport and simple accommodation. Entrance fees cost foreign visitors more.
How many days do you need in Ahmedabad?
One day for the old city and Sabarmati Ashram; a second day lets you add Adalaj, a museum and Kankaria Lake.
How do you get around Ahmedabad?
By AMTS and BRTS bus, by metro on the corridors it serves, and above all by auto-rickshaw. Agree the fare before getting in; taxis are booked through the hotel or an app.
Which dishes should I try in Ahmedabad?
The Gujarati thali, dhokla, fafda-jalebi, khakhra and thepla. Local cooking is mostly vegetarian. Gujarat is a state where alcohol is regulated.
How much does a flight to Ahmedabad usually cost?
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