3-Hour Heritage Walk in Ahmedabad Old City with UNESCO Pols

3 Hours Round trip from Swaminarayan Mandir Road Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire the detailed craftsmanship of ancient temples and sculpted heritage mansions in Ahmedabad's old quarter
  • 02 Roam the traditional neighborhoods and undiscovered bylanes steeped in history
  • 03 Savour the energy of bustling marketplaces and lively cultural squares, particularly Manek Chowk
  • 04 Gaze upon distinguished sites like the Kalupur Swaminarayan Temple and the splendid Jama Mosque

Discover the timeless charm of Ahmedabad on a 3-hour heritage walk through its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old City. Wander through centuries-old pols, visit beautifully carved temples and historic Jain derasars, admire traditional wooden havelis, explore vibrant local markets, and uncover hidden passageways that reveal the city's fascinating past. Experience Ahmedabad's unique blend of culture, architecture, and history as the journey concludes at the magnificent Jama Mosque, one of the city's most iconic landmarks.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Languages English, Gujarati, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Heritage Walk Through Old Ahmedabad

  • Start the heritage walk at 08:00 from Kalupur Swaminarayan Temple, known for its intricate carvings and early 19th-century architecture.
  • Explore Kavi Dalpatram Chowk, a small courtyard dedicated to the poet Dalpatram, with his statue.
  • Visit the distinctive Calico Dome near Shantinathji Mandir.
  • Discover Kala Ramji Mandir, featuring a black idol of Lord Ram in a sitting posture.
  • Walk through Shantinathji Mandir/Haja Patel Ni Pol, an ornate 19th-century Jain temple.
  • Traverse secret passageways connecting different pols, historically used for security.
  • Stroll along Zaveri Vad, historically a residential area for goldsmiths, and Chaumukhji Ni Pol leading to Astapadji Derasar.
  • Visit Astapadji Derasar, a significant Jain temple.
  • Admire the 19th-century Harkunvar Shethani Ni Haveli and Dodiya Haveli, historic wooden mansions.
  • Walk past Fernandes Bridge, known for its used-book market, and Chandla Ol, a traditional market street.
  • Explore Muharat Pol, one of the oldest residential pockets in the city.
  • See the Ahmedabad Stock Exchange, located at the front of Mahurat Pol.
  • Experience the bustling Manek Chowk, a vegetable market in the morning and a food street at night.
  • View the tombs at Rani-no-Haziro and Badshah-no-Haziro.
  • Conclude the tour at 10:30 at the Jama Mosque, a masterpiece blending Hindu and Muslim architectural styles.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Swaminarayan Mandir Road 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Water bottles
  • Tea, coffee, and cold drinks
  • English-speaking tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Pick up and drop-off at the hotel
  • Any meals provided

What to bring

  • Sun glasses
  • Cap
  • Scarf and stole for women

Know before you go

  • Half pants or sleeveless clothing are not allowed in some temples and mosques.
  • Wearing shoes is advisable.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kalupur, Swaminarayan Mandir Road, Old City, Kalupur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Tour start
Swaminarayan Mandir Road, Old City, Kalupur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380001, India
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Swaminarayan Mandir Road.

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