Things to Do in Pune

Pune's Charms at Your Doorstep

Explore the vibrant surroundings of our properties, where local attractions and cultural landmarks await to enrich your stay with memorable experiences and discoveries.

PCMC Science Park - 2.6KM

Pimpri Chinchwad Science Park is one of the latest tourist attractions and activity-based Science Centre of Pune region. The Science Centre houses Galleries on different themes of Science & Technology, Activity area, Inflatable Atramental and an Auditorium. It also has a open air Science Park spread over 3.5acres. Most of the exhibits in the science centre and science park are interactive in nature and visitors can explore science in an entertaining way.

Appu Ghar - 4.2KM

One of the most popular amusement parks in the city, Appu Ghar, is popularly known as the ‘Mini Disneyland’ of Pune. The park is an ideal place for children of all ages, especially on their birthdays and also the weekends. You can enjoy your time in Appu Ghar, and have loads of fun on roller coaster rides. If you are looking for a great amusement park in Pune city, you cannot go wrong with Appu Ghar.

Prati Shirdi Shirgaon – 15.5Km

Prati Shirdi Temple or Choti Shirdi is situated in Shirgaon, Pune, Maharashtra. Prati Shirdi temple is a replica of the Shirdi Sai Baba Temple Gurusthan, Samadhi Mandir, Chavadi, Dwarkamai or Dixit Wada, the precision with which every detail has been replicated leaves many experts in awe!.The temple was constructed on 11 June 2003. Rajwada is an architectural marvel, where Maha-Prasada is offered to devotees every afternoon. All aartis and poojas are scheduled and performed at the same time in Shirdi. Prati Shirdi Temple will remain closed on Eclipse Day.

Dagdushet Temple – 19.2Km.

The temple is a beautiful construction and boasts a rich history of over 100 years. Jay and Vijay, the two sentinels made of marble catch the eye of all at the outset. The construction is so simple that all the proceedings in the temple along with the beautiful Ganesh idol can be seen even from outside. The Ganesh idol is 2.2 metres tall and 1 metrewide. It is adorned with nearly 40 kilos of gold. The devotees of Ganesh offer Him gold and money and with every offering the Lord gets richer and richer. Moreover, heaps of coconuts offered to the deity are yet another feature of the temple.

Aga Khan Palace – 19.5Km

The Aga Khan Palace was built by Sultan Muhammed Shah Aga Khan III in the city of Pune, India.
The palace was an act of charity by the spiritual leader of the Nizari Ismaili Muslims, who wanted to help the poor in the neighbouring areas of Pune, who were drastically hit by famine by offering them work. The Aga Khan Palace is a majestic building. The palace is closely linked to the Indian freedom movement as it served as a prison for Mahatma Gandhi, his wife Kasturba Gandhi, his secretary Mahadev Desai and Sarojini Naidu. It is also the place where Kasturba Gandhi and Mahadev Desai died. In 2003, Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) declared the site as a monument of national importance

Shaniwar Wada –

Peshwa Baji Rao I, prime minister to Chhatrapati Shahu, laid the ceremonial foundation of his own residence on Saturday, 10 January 1730. It was named Shaniwar Wada from the Marathi words Shaniwar (Saturday) and Wada (a general term for any residence complex). Teak was imported from the jungles of Junnar, stone was brought from the nearby quarries of Chinchwad, and Lime (mineral) was brought from the lime-belts of Jejuri. Shaniwarwada was completed in 1732, at a total cost of Rs. 16,110, a very large sum at that time. The opening ceremony was performed according to religious customs, on 22 January 1732, another Saturday chosen for being a particularly auspicious day.Later the Peshwas made several additions, including the fortification walls, with bastions and gates; court halls and other buildings; fountains and reservoirs. Currently, the perimeter fortification wall has five gateways and nine bastion towers, enclosing a garden complex with the foundations of the original buildings. It is situated near the Mula-Mutha River, in Kasba Peth.

Lonavala Hill Station – 54 Km

Lonavala, a beautiful retreat away from the chaos of the city, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Maharashtra. Often called the ‘Jewel of Sahyadri’ and the ‘City of Caves’, this hill station boasts of a spectacular setting that includes lush green valleys, stunning waterfalls, serene lakes and remarkable caves. The myriad places to visit in Lonavala include historical sites, natural wonders, religious attractions, etc. never fail to impress visitors.

Khandala Hill Station – 57Km

Khandala City is a hill station that is located on the Western Ghats Mountain Range of Maharashtra. It is about 3 km from Lonavala, 12 km from Khopoli and about 33.4 km from Karjat region. Located at the top of Bhor Ghat, this place serves as the main link between the major cities of Maharashtra - Mumbai and PUNE. Khandala is a beautiful place and has got a good share of nature’s alluring beauty. As it is surrounded by lush green forest covers, misty valleys, and cascading waterfalls, this place serves as a great weekend getaway as well as adventure hotspot for travellers from various parts of the country. Khandala is mainly famous for hiking tours to sight panoramic views of the Sahyadri mountain ranges in Western Ghats.

Sinhagad - 56Km

It’s an ancient hill fortress located at around 49 km southwest of the city of Pune, India.Previously known as Kondhana, the fort had been the site of many battles, most notably the Battle of Sinhagad in 1670.[1]
It is Located near the Pune district in Maharashtra. The fort is also on the famous fort in Maharashtra which has a great history of Tanaji Malusare. The fort was captured by Tanaji Malusare and his brother. Sinhagad (Lion's Fort) fort was strategically built to provide natural protection from the enemies due to its very steep slopes. The walls of the forts and bastions were constructed only at key places. There are two gates to enter the fort named Kalyan Darwaja and Pune Darwaja. The Kalyan Darwaja is towards the southeast while the Pune Darwaja is towards north east.[2] This fort is also called as centre fort of Maratha empire as it is surrounded by many forts beside. During the clear climate you can see Rajgad, Purandar and Torna forts from the Sinhagad killa.