Old City Travel Guide
Ahmedabad
Popular places to visit
Manek Chowk
Sample traditional Gujarati street food, shop for jewelry and textiles and spot historical landmarks at this lively square in Ahmedabad’s old town.
Jama Masjid Mosque
Intricately designed pillars, elegant domes and a sparkling marble courtyard make this one of Ahmedabad’s most attractive and interesting religious monuments.
Kankaria Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Kankaria Lake during your travels in Ahmedabad. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the temples while you're in the area.
Gujarat University
Explore the campus of Gujarat University during your trip to Ahmedabad. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Gandhi Ashram
Discover the life of Mahatma Gandhi, visit his former home and learn about India’s fight for independence at this thought-provoking ashram and museum.
Parimal Garden
Enjoy an outing to Parimal Garden during your stay in Ahmedabad. Amble within the gardens or visit the temples in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Old City
Rivera Sarovar Portico Ahmedabad
Excellent location close to old market snd opp to river front
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2023
Lemon Tree Premier The Atrium, Ahmedabad
Needs some deep cleaning, otherwise good restaurants food and nice hospitality
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Sarovar Portico Kalupur Ahmedabad
Location being near railway station made it very noisy. Otherwise hotel is good.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
The House of MG
Did not use
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hotel Noble Inn
jüSTa Diwans Bungalow
We had a great stay at Diwans Bungalow. Mahender Choudary and his team were wonderful. We’ll definitely be back!
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old City
Ahmedabad City Centre
Well liked for its gardens and monuments, Ahmedabad City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Manek Chowk and Parimal Garden, and jump on the metro at Old High Court Station to get around the city.
Shahibaug
Shahibaug is well liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ahmedabad area, you might plan a trip to Manek Chowk or Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home.
Ellis Bridge
If you're spending some time in Ellis Bridge, Parimal Garden and Chimanlal Girdharlal Rd. are top sights worth seeing.
Navrangpura
While you're in Navrangpura, take in top sights like Sardar Patel Stadium and jump on the metro at Old High Court Station to see more of the city.
Usman Pura
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Usman Pura and you might want to plan a stop by Sardar Patel Stadium and Gandhi Ashram while you're in the area.
Paldi
While visiting Paldi, you might make a stop by sights like Sanskar Kendra Museum and City Museum.
