Chandigarh Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Yadavindra Gardens which includes a garden
Chandigarh
Chandigarh which includes shopping, nightlife and central business district
Chandigarh showing water sports and a lake or waterhole
Chandigarh showing a square or plaza

India’s first planned city is a fascinating spot to visit, with its wide boulevards, manicured gardens and one of the country’s most popular attractions.

Visit the planned city of Chandigarh and see a different side to India. Shop in air-conditioned malls or enjoy relaxing in the peaceful parks and gardens. Enjoy the best food and drink in the region and visit the galleries and museums of this fascinating urban experiment.

Chandigarh is the state capital of both the Punjab and Haryana regions, but it is also a separate Union territory. Construction of the town began in 1952, according to plans by Swiss architect Le Corbusier, who envisaged a city that symbolised India’s future. Walk through the wide streets and notice how clean, ordered and prosperous the city is. While the straight lines and neatly clipped greenery may not be to everyone’s taste, it is certainly a dramatic contrast to India’s other cities.

Make sure you visit the famous Rock Garden. It was started in 1958 by former civil servant Nek Chand, who built a small sculpture garden from pieces of broken ceramic and glass. The garden has since expanded to cover around 20 acres (8 hectares). Explore the grottos, marvel at the colourful sculptures and lose yourself in this remarkable wonderland.

Other attractions include the attractive Rose Garden and Sukhna Lake at the foot of the Himalayas, where you can walk along the paths or relax with a picnic.

Getting around Chandigarh is easy, as areas are divided into numbered sections with good bus links. If you want to shop and eat, head to Sector 17, a short ride from the hotels in Sector 22.

Fly into Chandigarh Airport or catch a fast train from Delhi. Away from India’s traditional bustling markets and noisy crowds, Chandigarh lets you experience another side of this fascinating country.

Where to stay in Chandigarh

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Sector 35

While Sector 35 isn't home to many top sights, ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple and Sector 17 Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sector 35
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Sector 17

Sector 17 is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sector 17 Market and National Gallery of Portraits.

Sector 17
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Sector 22

1/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Sector 22, ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple and Gurudwara Singh Sabha are top sights worth seeing.

Sector 22
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Sector 43

5/5(1 area review)

While Sector 43 isn't home to many top sights, Gurudwara Sri Amb Sahib and ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.

Sector 43
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Sector 26

When in Sector 26, you can plan a visit to Sukhna Lake and Elante Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sector 26
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Sector 45

1/5(1 area review)

Sector 45 might not have many top sights, but Gurudwara Sri Amb Sahib and ISKCON Chandigarh Sri Sri Radha Madhav Temple are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sector 45
Hyatt Regency Chandigarh

Hyatt Regency Chandigarh

5 out of 5
178 Industrial and Business Park, Phase I, Chandigarh
The price is £102 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£102
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chandigarh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (410 reviews)
Worth any penny, Hyatt Regency Hotel Chandigarh.
"It was excellent, amazing clean, staff was very friendly and professional."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Hyatt Regency Chandigarh
JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh

JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh

5 out of 5
Sector 35B, Dakshin Marg, Chandigarh, Punjab
The price is £107 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
£107
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chandigarh. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (613 reviews)
"Centrally located . The hotel was overcrowded and there was hardly a place at the. Breakfast tables . The check out clue tees were very slow . They follow a wrong proscedure of debiting from the credit card without actually giving you a detailed preview bill . So the customer has not chance to check ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh
Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh

Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh

5 out of 5
Block 10 Sector 17 A, Chandigarh, Chandigarh
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £89 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
£89
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Chandigarh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Zakir Rose Garden and Natural ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (112 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Centrally located private, peaceful 3 bedroom apartment, Sector 18, Chandigarh

Centrally located private, peaceful 3 bedroom apartment, Sector 18, Chandigarh

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Stay at this apartment in Chandigarh. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions National Gallery of Portraits and Sector ...
Centrally located private, peaceful 3 bedroom apartment, Sector 18, Chandigarh
Backpackers Den right in the middle of city beautiful - Chandigarh!

Backpackers Den right in the middle of city beautiful - Chandigarh!

Chandigarh, CH
Stay at this holiday home in Chandigarh. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Le Corbusier Centre and Bird Sanctuary are located ...
Backpackers Den right in the middle of city beautiful - Chandigarh!
3 Room Set ,w/kitchenette and Shared Bath Near Downtown(City Centre) Chandigarh

3 Room Set ,w/kitchenette and Shared Bath Near Downtown(City Centre) Chandigarh

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Stay at this holiday home in Chandigarh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions National Gallery of Portraits and ...
3 Room Set ,w/kitchenette and Shared Bath Near Downtown(City Centre) Chandigarh
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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