North Pune is the northern part of the metropolis, including the satellite city of Pimpri-Chinchwad (PCMC). The area is known for its automotive, IT and manufacturing industries.
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See
πAlandi.The resting place of the 13th century Marathi saint Sant Dnyaneshwar. His devotees believe that he is still alive. A temple complex was built at Dnyaneshwar's samadhi and is visited by pilgrims, especially those of the Varkari sect.(updated Jun 2023)
πGhorawadi Caves(Ghoradeshwar Caves, Shelarwadi Caves).A cave with carvings and statues of Buddhist and Hindu deities.(updated Jun 2023)
πSavitribai Phule Pune University(Pune University),Ganeshkhind Rd, Ganeshkhind,β +91 20 2569 0062.The site of Pune University was the official residence of the Governor of Bombay during the monsoon season. The campus features mansions built in Italian-Gothic style. A 300-m-high tower beckons to all these who come here in the pursuit of higher education. It is one of the oldest universities in India.
Forts
πIndori Fort(Induri Fort; ΰ€ΰ€¨ΰ₯ΰ€¦ΰ₯ΰ€°ΰ₯ ΰ€ΰ€Ώΰ€²ΰ₯ΰ€²ΰ€Ύ).A fort built by Sarsenapati Khandojirao Yesajirao Dabhade in 1720-21. The fort also has a mint building inside the fort which is in shambles. The entrance gate is in good condition. The fort has 9 bastions which are well connected by a fortification wall. The walls of the fort are 30β40ft (9.1β12.2m) high made of basalt rock with brickwork at the top. There is a temple of Kadjai inside the fort.(updated Jun 2023)
πAga Khan Palace,Pune Nagar Road, Kalyani Nagar,β +91 20 2661 2700.9:00AM-5:30PM.This historical landmark's architecture features Italian arches, salons, suites and spacious lawns. During the 1942 Quit India Movement, the British interned Mahatma Gandhi and his wife Kasturba Gandhi here. The palace belonged to Aga Khan, prince and head of the Khoja sect, who later donated the palace to erect a memorial dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi and his wife. Must see is an exhibition of very rare black-and-white photos and paintings from various epochs in the freedom movement, but descriptions are sparse so it helps if you already have background to the story. Also worth seeing is the Samadhi of Kasturba Gandhi in the backyard.βΉ25 for Indians, βΉ100 for foreigners. Extra for photos.(updated Aug 2025)
πChapekar Wada,β +91 90112 40547,krantitirth1@gmail.com.9AM-7PM.The house of the Chapekar brothers, two Indian revolutionaries in the British period, now converted to a museum.(updated Aug 2025)
πChhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Museum of Indian History,Wadgaon Shinde Rd(Can be reached by taxi or with bus 131).9AMβ6PM daily.The museum contains various exhibits on Indian history. It was founded by French author FranΓ§ois Gautier.Free.(updated Aug 2025)
πPimpri Chinchwad Science Park,β +91 20 2745 4050,pcsciencecentre@gmail.com.10AM-5PM (closed S).A science centre housing a museum, an art gallery, an auditorium, an amphitheatre and a planetarium.Adults: βΉ50 for museum and βΉ30 for shows. Children below 15: βΉ30 for museum and βΉ20 for shows.(updated Aug 2025)
Do
Administrative Building of Pune University
Japalouppe Equestrian Centre(Talegaon Dabhade),Somatne Ohata, Mumbai Pune highway, talegaon Dabhade,β +91 9890920183.6AM to 7PM.Punes Premier Riding school, Japalouppe is spread out over a picturesque 19 acres, with a team of 60 horses catering to a wide skill set of riders, from basic trotting and school work to advanced jumping and dressage.
πPune University Heritage Tour.2nd and 4th Sunday of every month starts at 11 am.The curated walk takes visitors inside the main building complex, which was built in 1871 and served as the summer residence of the Governor of Bombay. Building was designed by James Trubshaw and was modeled in lines of Prince Albertβs Osborne House on the Isle of Wight, while the bell tower was inspired by Giottoβs Bell Tower in Florence, Italy. The interior consisted of a grand ballroom which has been converted into an auditorium. The dining room today serves as a seminar room. In spite of the adoptive reuse the interior is mostly kept unchanged and still contains the antique furniture and chandeliers. The building also houses a museum with exhibits from history, geology and anthropology. Weapons from the 19th-century Maratha armory are also on display.The most interesting part of the Pune University heritage tour is a 300-foot-long underground tunnel that once connected the kitchen. Note: The notice appears on the Savitribai Phule Pune University website on Friday and there is no need for a prior booking and participants can simply drop in at the venue at 11:00AM. The walks starts at 11:30AM.Free.(updated Jul 2024)
Stadiums
πAnnasaheb Magar PCMC Stadium.A multipurpose stadium owned and managed by the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC).(updated Jun 2023)
πMaharashtra Cricket Association Stadium(MCA Stadium),Gahunje.It hosts both one-day internationals and test matches with a seating capacity of 37,000 spectators. It serves as the home stadium for the Maharashtra cricket team, as well as the IPL team Pune Warriors.(updated Jun 2023)
πPCMC Hockey Stadium(Major Dhyan Chand Stadium).A field hockey stadium.(updated Jun 2023)
Work
πRajiv Gandhi Infotech Park,Hinjawadi.A large tech and business park spread over 2,800 acres, built by the Maharashtra Industrial Development Corporation. It has offices of over 800 companies, including TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, etc.(updated Aug 2025)
This page uses the following price ranges for a typical meal for one, including soft drink:
Budget
Under βΉ80
Mid-range
βΉ80β200
Splurge
Above βΉ200
Mid-range
πCopa Cabana,Aundh Wakad Road, Vishal Nagar, Samarth Colony, Pimple Nilak,β +91 20 4674 2928.Good and wide selection of food with very pleasant covered and garden dining areas away from the hectic main road.(updated Dec 2015)
πMezza9 Lounge,T Park Phase 1, Hinjewadi,β +91 88 88851818.Good Indian food. Has a nice outside dining area.(updated Dec 2015)
Satguru Punjabi Rasoi.North Indian food, also at Destination Center, Magarpatta City, Hadapsar.
πVasu Vada Pav,Bhel Chowk, Pradhikaran.Serves one of the best vada pavs. A must-have when you are in Pimpri-Chinchwad.(updated Jun 2023)
Splurge
πBarberque Nation(Sayaji Hotel),Kalyani Nagar & Pune Bypass Wakad(Near Indira College).Offers a vast & delicious variety of concept dining menus. Really worth paying for, especially for the unlimited servings of prawns, crabs, chicken, mutton, fish and also equally delicious Veg food. Rotate skewered dishes yourself with a grill built into the table. Good 8-10 variety of desserts to finish your meal.(updated May 2017)
Drink
πThe Flying Saucer Sky Bar,9th Floor, Sky Vista Building, New Airport Rd, Viman Nagar,β +91 90215 45468.
πWTF Bar and Pub,209, 2nd Floor, Phoenix Market City Mall, East Block, Viman Nagar,β +91 77387 33358.
Tea and coffee
Coffee Stop(Near Om Super Market).Enjoy cold coffee here
Sleep
This guide uses the following price ranges for a standard double room:
Budget
Under βΉ800
Mid-range
βΉ800β1,500
Splurge
Above βΉ1,500
Mid-range
πLiving Waters Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.,41 / 4, Hermes Paras, Kalyani Nagar,β +91 9890693819,livingwaters.pune@gmail.com.luxury accommodation in your budget, service apartment for rent, apartment for living, apartment for property management, bedroom suite, bungalow, corporate apartments, flats, furnished apartment for rent, holiday accommodation. 24hrs security, Power Back up, Basketball & Badminton court, complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi internet
πHotel Mandakini Ambience,Survey No. 208/3/2, Kalewadi Chowk, Above Good Home Stores, Wakad,β +91 9810068858, +91 9235605005,mail@kukrejagrouphotels.com.4-star hotel with 60 Executive Suites. Multi-cuisine restaurant, with Indian, south Indian, Chinese, Continental and Thai cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Business Center with secretarial assistance, travel desk, and cab on call. All rooms are centrally air-conditioned, carpeted, running hot and cold water, satellite TV, mini bar, and direct dial calling. The hotel also has a travel service, currency exchange, doctor on call, fridge, iron box, hot & cold water, gym and internet.
Splurge
πCourtyard by Marriott Pune Chakan.(updated Aug 2025)
πCourtyard by Marriott Pune Hinjewadi,S. No 19 & 20, P4, Phase 1, Hinjewadi Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjawadi,β +91 20 4212 2222.Rooms and service of much higher quality than in US Courtyards, including better shower plumbing and air-conditioning. Reasonable restaurant. Driver service to nearby locations.Refrigerator and safe in the room but not much space for cloth storage.(updated Aug 2025)
πSt Laurn Business Hotel,220, Phase 1, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjawadi,β +91 20 4021 8000.(updated Aug 2025)
πSentosa Resorts and Water Park,Pune Bypass Road, Ravet,β +91 9922992520,email@sentosapune.com.Also has a multi-cuisine restaurant, open 11AM to midnight daily, that serves North Indian, Continental and other cuisines, has outdoor and indoor seating and has live music and ghazals on weekends. The water park is open daily, 10AM-6PM and costs $6. Sentosa is easily visible from the main highway.$55.(updated Feb 2019)
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