India · 2026 itinerary
Rajkot 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Rajkot: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
The childhood home of Mahatma Gandhi, converted into a museum with photographs, letters, and artefacts from his early life in Rajkot.
🕐 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, closed Monday
Free entry💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid school groups. The adjacent garden is a quiet spot for a rest.
Hotels near Mahatma Gandhi Museum (Kaba Gandhi No Delo) →A cluster of small temples with intricate stone carvings, peaceful courtyards, and a small pond. Active for prayer but quiet enough to explore.
🕐 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Free entry💡 Remove shoes before entering – there’s a free shoe stand at the main gate. Best visited early morning when the bells are rung.
Hotels near Ishwariya Temple Complex →The Grand Thakar · ££
Hotel Hot & More · ££
Deeper Into Rajkot
Large public garden with fountains, benches, and a statue of Mahatma Gandhi. Popular for evening walks and people-watching.
🕐 Open 24 hours
💡 Come just before sunset – the light is good for photos, and the chai wallahs near the west gate serve fresh ginger tea.
Colonial-era museum in Jubilee Garden displaying textiles, sculptures, and a replica of the Mohenjo-Daro bull seal. Entry is free, but a small fee applies for the camera.
🕐 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, closed Monday and public holidays
💡 The costume gallery on the first floor has some of the best preserved 19th-century royal outfits. Give yourself an hour.
Sonali Fast Food
Shri Hari
Final Favourites & Departure
A 19th-century temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, with a distinctive red-stone spire and a large stepwell on the grounds.
💡 The stepwell is not always open – ask the caretaker near the main shrine. Aarti happens at 7:30 PM and is worth staying for.
Neel Da Dhaba
choice snackbar
Getting Around Rajkot
App-based rides are cheaper than street auto-rickshaws. During rain or festivals, surge pricing can double the fare. Walk 100 m from the hotel to main road for faster pickup.
Get off at Kothariya Char Rasta and walk 5 minutes east. Buses are basic and crowded at peak hours. Keep small change ready.
From the station, take an auto-rickshaw directly to the hotel for ₹50–70. Or catch bus 7/8 from the station stop to Kothariya – it’s slower but cheap.
Book through the prepaid taxi counter inside the arrivals hall to avoid haggling. The ride takes about 35–45 minutes depending on traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Rajkot?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Mahatma Gandhi Museum (Kaba Gandhi No Delo) and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Rajkot?
See our full best time to visit Rajkot guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Hotel rearn, Samrat, Hotel krishna park. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.