Patna, the capital of Bihar, is a land of sacred sites, museums, parks and many mesmerising tourist spots that would leave one awestruck.
Things to do in Patna
Hop into a boat for a ride in the Ganges near Gandhi Ghat.
Experience a Panoramic view of the city and Ganges river from Golghar.
Eat like there is no tomorrow at some of the finest food joints Karim’s, Pind Balluchi, to name a few.
Tourist attractions in Patna
For Spiritual or Religious Calling: Patna Sahib Gurudwara, Patna Devi Mandir, Buddha Smriti Udyan, Mahavir Mandir, ISKCON temple, Japanese Peace Pagoda, St. Mary’s Church, Pathar ki Masjid.
For nature lovers: Gandhi Ghat, Mahatma Gandhi bridge, River Ganga, Sanjay Gandhi Botanical Garden, Eco Park, Kumhrar Park.
For explorers and curious minds: Srikrishna Science Centre, Bihar Museum, Patna Museum, Patna Planetarium, Gandhi Sangrahalya, Khuda Bakhsh Oriental Library, Jalan Musem.
For Architecture lovers: Golghar, Kesari Stupa, Chhoti Dargah, Kolhua Complex, Agam Kuan.
Places to shop in Patna
Maurya Lok shopping complex and Bihar Emporium: Popular for handicrafts.
Patna Market, Ashok Rajpath: For souvenirs, Madhubani paintings, and brass sculptures
Hatwa Market, Bakerganj: For footwear and clothes
Lhasa Market: For Tibetan winter essentials
Nala Road Market: For wooden furniture
Gandhi Maidan book fair: For book lovers
Khaitan Market: Wholesale market with more than 500 shops
Best time to visit in Patna
October to March is the best period to visit Patna as the climate is at its best. Additionally, tourists must consider planning to visit during the Chhath festival.
Modes of transport in Patna
Cabs are available to commute to and from airports and other prominent areas
Auto rickshaws, three-wheeled pedal-driven rickshaws, and city buses are also widely available
Weather in Patna
Summers (April to June): Extremely inconvenient and tiresome for tourists with a minimum temperature of 28°C reaching up to 41°C
Monsoon (July to September): Rainfall is quite irregular in Patna. Temperature ranging between 15°C and 28°C
Winter (October to March) is the most appropriate season with temperature ranging between 12°C and 32°C
Airport in Patna
Patna airport, also called Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport, is located 7 km from the city Centre and 5kms from the railway station.