What to do in Central Pune

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Saras Baug as well as a small group of people

Places to Visit in Central Pune

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Top places to visit

1. Shaniwar Wada

Shaniwar Wada is the remains of an 18th-century fortressed palace from the Peshwa dynasty. It was the political center of the region until the British arrived in the early 1800s. A light and sound show offers an impression of how the fortress looked before a fire destroyed it in 1828. Large sections of walls, doors and columns survived and now make up a tribute to the former palace.
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Shaniwar Wada showing a garden and a pond

2. Saras Baug

Saras Baug is a vast area of picturesque gardens surrounding a temple in the center of Pune. The central 18th-century temple is the park’s highlight, attracting visitors and devotees year-round. The temple’s pretty moat and spacious fields make it an ideal spot to take your children for a picnic on a sunny day. The entire complex, named after a type of crane bird, is spread across 25 acres (10 hectares) of land.
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Saras Baug featuring a pond and a garden

3. Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum

The Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum is a tribute to everyday life in India, featuring an expansive collection of relics that capture the culture of the local people. Jewelry, hookah pipes and toys are among the many items that illustrate how Indians have lived throughout history.
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Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum featuring interior views

4. Shinde Chatri

Shinde Chhatri is a temple dedicated to Mahadji Shinde, who was the well-known commander-in-chief of the Maratha Army during the 1700s. In this elegant landmark see a stylish façade, a portrait gallery and the tomb of its eponymous war hero. Mahadji Shinde himself began construction of Shinde Chhatri in 1793, when its sole building was a shrine to Lord Shiva. Shinde passed away a year later and it wasn’t until 1965 that the politician Madhavrao Scindia commissioned today’s temple.
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5. Tribal Museum

The cultures, languages and artworks of indigenous groups from the state of Maharashtra are represented in the Tribal Museum. Photos and artifacts illustrate the distinctions of each tribe, from food customs to spiritual beliefs. Masks and instruments are among the highlights in this intriguing museum. Visit the complex to learn about the state’s multifaceted past and present, featuring almost 50 distinct peoples.
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Tribal Museum featuring outdoor art

Recommended things to do in Central Pune

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Central Pune

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Shaniwar Wada

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The light and sound show in this 18th-century palace will inform you about the Peshwa dynasty and the 1,000 people who lived within the palace walls.

Shaniwar Wada
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Bund Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Bund Garden, a lovely green space in Pune. Discover the area's festivals and temples.

Bund Garden
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Saras Baug

This large central park is home to an 18th-century temple, pretty water features and spacious grassy fields that are ideal for picnics and sports.

Saras Baug
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Aga Khan Palace

Pay tribute to the lives of Gandhi, his wife and his secretary, who were imprisoned at this majestic palace during the heat of India’s independence battle.

Aga Khan Palace
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Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden, a lovely green space in Pune. Discover the area's festivals and temples.

Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden
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Balewadi High Street

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Balewadi High Street during your visit to Baner.

Balewadi High Street
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Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati

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Find out about the history of Bavdhan with a stop at Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati. Experience the area's festivals and museums.

Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati
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Panshet Dam

Explore the great outdoors at Panshet Dam, a lovely green space in Central Pune. Experience the area's festivals and museums.

Panshet Dam
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Phoenix Market City

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Phoenix Market City during your stay in Pune. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Phoenix Market City

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Swargate

Swargate might not have many top sights, but Saras Baug and Panshet Dam are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Swargate
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Budhwar Peth

If you're spending some time in Budhwar Peth, Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati and Vishrambaug Wada are top sights worth seeing.

Budhwar Peth

Day trip destinations from Central Pune

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Shaniwar Wada which includes a park

Bavdhan

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Sadashiv Peth