What to do in Central Pune

Activities, attractions and tours

Shaniwar Wada which includes a garden
Saras Baug as well as a small group of people
Pune showing heritage architecture and interior views
Shaniwar Wada featuring a pond and a garden
Central Pune

Central Pune Attractions

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Places of interest in Central Pune

Central Pune is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Central Pune, and make it a breeze to explore Central Pune and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central Pune to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Central Pune attractions

Central Pune has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Central Pune to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Central Pune.

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Top places to visit

1. Shaniwar Wada

Shaniwar Wada is the remains of an 18th-century fortressed palace from the Peshwa dynasty. It was the political center of the region until the British arrived in the early 1800s. A light and sound show offers an impression of how the fortress looked before a fire destroyed it in 1828. Large sections of walls, doors and columns survived and now make up a tribute to the former palace.
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Shaniwar Wada featuring a pond and a garden

2. Saras Baug

Saras Baug is a vast area of picturesque gardens surrounding a temple in the center of Pune. The central 18th-century temple is the park’s highlight, attracting visitors and devotees year-round. The temple’s pretty moat and spacious fields make it an ideal spot to take your children for a picnic on a sunny day. The entire complex, named after a type of crane bird, is spread across 25 acres (10 hectares) of land.
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Saras Baug showing a pond and a garden

3. Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is a tribute to everyday life in India, featuring an expansive collection of relics that capture the culture of the local people. Jewelry, hookah pipes and toys are among the many items that illustrate how Indians have lived throughout history.
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Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum featuring interior views

4. Tribal Museum

The cultures, languages and artworks of indigenous groups from the state of Maharashtra are represented in the Tribal Museum. Photos and artifacts illustrate the distinctions of each tribe, from food customs to spiritual beliefs. Masks and instruments are among the highlights in this intriguing museum. Visit the complex to learn about the state’s multifaceted past and present, featuring almost 50 distinct peoples.
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Tribal Museum featuring outdoor art

5. Shinde Chatri

Shinde Chhatri is a temple dedicated to Mahadji Shinde, who was the well-known commander-in-chief of the Maratha Army during the 1700s. In this elegant landmark see a stylish façade, a portrait gallery and the tomb of its eponymous war hero. Mahadji Shinde himself began construction of Shinde Chhatri in 1793, when its sole building was a shrine to Lord Shiva. Shinde passed away a year later and it wasn’t until 1965 that the politician Madhavrao Scindia commissioned today’s temple.
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Recommended things to do in Central Pune

Number of things to do
46
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Guided Tour to Shaniwar Wada & Peshwas legacy with Entrance: £7
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
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What to do in Central Pune

Popular places to visit

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Bund Garden

4/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Bund Garden, a lovely green space in Pune. Discover the area's festivals and temples.

Bund Garden
Shaniwar Wada featuring a pond and a garden

Shaniwar Wada

4/5(9 reviews)

The light and sound show in this 18th-century palace will inform you about the Peshwa dynasty and the 1,000 people who lived within the palace walls.

Shaniwar Wada
Aga Khan Palace which includes heritage architecture, a city and a castle

Aga Khan Palace

4/5(8 reviews)

Pay tribute to the lives of Gandhi, his wife and his secretary, who were imprisoned at this majestic palace during the heat of India’s independence battle.

Aga Khan Palace
Sinhagad Fort

Sinhagad Fort

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Pune with a stop at Sinhagad Fort. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.

Sinhagad Fort
Saras Baug showing a pond and a garden

Saras Baug

4/5(3 reviews)

This large central park is home to an 18th-century temple, pretty water features and spacious grassy fields that are ideal for picnics and sports.

Saras Baug
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Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

Why not meet the animals who live at Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park during your travels in Pune? Discover the area's festivals and temples.

Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park

Balewadi High Street

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Balewadi High Street during your visit to Baner.

Balewadi High Street

Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Find out about the history of Central Pune with a stop at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati. Experience the area's festivals and museums.

Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati

EON Free Zone

EON Free Zone is just one of the places to see in Pune, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?

EON Free Zone

Explore areas of Central Pune

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Swargate

Swargate might not have many top sights, but Saras Baug and Panshet Dam are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Swargate
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Sadashiv Peth

Sadashiv Peth might not have many top sights, but Saras Baug and Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Sadashiv Peth
Pune showing a house and heritage architecture

Budhwar Peth

If you're spending some time in Budhwar Peth, Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati and Vishrambaug Wada are top sights worth seeing.

Budhwar Peth
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Camp

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Camp and surrounding area, you can visit Panshet Dam and Saras Baug.

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Shaniwar Peth

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shaniwar Peth and surrounding area, you can visit Shaniwar Wada and Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati.

Shaniwar Peth
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Raviwar Peth

While Raviwar Peth may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati and Panshet Dam.

Raviwar Peth

 

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Day trip destinations from Central Pune

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