Ahmedabad Old City Heritage Walks: Explore the Pols

Ahmedabad city tour finds out why it is India’s first city to be awarded the World Heritage City by UNESCO. The 600 year old walled city is a treasure trove of architectural and cultural hot spots. Ahmedabad City Tour takes you on a cultural tour through the home of Mahatma Gandhi at Sabarmati Ashram, an ancient Step Well that is over 5 stories, an incredible Jain temple with 52 shrines and the iconic Tree of Life at Siddhi Sayid Mosque.

Embark on the Ahmedabad Heritage Trail, a captivating journey through time that begins at 9:00 AM. Commence your exploration at Sabarmati Ashram, Mahatma Gandhi's former residence, and learn about his pivotal role in India's freedom struggle. Admire the Hatheesing Jain Temple's intricate carvings, followed by a lunch break. Post-lunch, delve into history at Bhadra Fort, built in the 15th century, and marvel at Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kalupur's ornate Hindu temple. Discover the architectural wonders of Adalaj Step-well and the grandeur of Jama Masjid. Explore the historical Teen Darwaza and conclude the day at the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, known for its exquisite stone lattice work. The tour concludes at 6:00 PM, leaving you with a profound appreciation for Ahmedabad's rich heritage and cultural landmarks.

The Old Quarter of Ahmedabad, also known as the Walled City, is a treasure trove of historical and cultural attractions. This guided walk helps you explore the narrow lanes and "pols" or community neighbourhoods of the Old City. Discover historic temples, mosques, and intricately carved wooden houses.

Ahmedabad’s food streets are a paradise for food lovers, where the air is filled with the aroma of sizzling snacks and sweet indulgences. Savor the crunch of masala khakhra, the soft tang of sev khamani, the golden swirl of ghee-soaked jalebi, and the comforting warmth of masala chai. Each stop on the walk unveils a new flavor, blending centuries-old recipes with the city’s vibrant street culture. It’s not just a meal—it’s a flavorful journey through the heart and soul of Ahmedabad.

"Ahmedabad is a beautiful city during the day, yet it is even more beautiful at night. Come and join us on this amazing and completely off beat experience of the city at night. Experience the urban side of city on this walk, visit local popular hangout places, most prominent, beautiful monuments, ancient and modern buildings and old streets in the beautiful night view of the Ahmedabad city. Highlights 1. Explore the illuminated buildings, prominent lanes, food joints and beautiful monuments in the beautiful night view. 2. Capture the glimpses of magnificent Sabarmati Riverfront and watch the sunset over Sabarmati river. 3. We follow a unique style of ‘infotainment’ to ensure that you enjoy the tour and don't get bored, irrespective of whether you love history or not, this walking tour will be a unique, fun and memorable experience for you. 4. Get the great induction of the city, its history, its vibrant culture, and its people with lots of wonderful stories."

Start your journey at the magnificent Swaminarayan Temple, Kalupur, known for its elaborate wood carvings and spiritual aura, setting the tone for an enriching exploration of Ahmedabad's cultural heritage. A brief stroll leads to Kavi Dalpatram Chowk, where you’ll experience the literary legacy of Gujarat’s celebrated poet in a serene, reflective space. Continue to the grand Teen Darwaza, a towering gateway that once served as the royal entrance to Bhadra Fort. Nearby, visit Jama Masjid, a breathtaking mosque from the 15th century blending Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. A short walk takes you to Rani no Hajiro, the regal resting place of Mughal queens, amidst a vibrant market of traditional crafts. Next, explore the historic Old Stock Exchange Building, a reminder of Ahmedabad’s commercial prominence. The tour concludes at Manek Chowk, where the bustling marketplace offers a chance to savor local street food and enjoy the lively ambiance.

The tour begins with a hotel pickup and a walking tour at 8:00 a.m. The first stop is a 15th-century mosque built by Ahmad Shah I that combines Islamic and Hindu architectural elements. As you explore, you'll come to Ahmad Shah's Tomb. Following the walking tour, you'll ride to Sabarmati Ashram, where Mahatma Gandhi lived, and spearheaded major movements like as the Salt March. You will then visit the Adalaj Stepwell and its adjacent garden area. The journey continues to the Hutheesing Jain Temple, a 19th-century temple dedicated to Dharmanatha, followed by a visit to the Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, which is known for its beautiful latticework, including the Tree of Life. The final stop is the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Museum, which honors India's first home minister and showcases his life through films and artifacts. The tour concludes at 3 p.m., with a transfer back to your accommodation. This excursion provides an interesting look at history and architecture.

A perfect blend of history, culture, and modern charm, this vibrant city offers stunning heritage sites, delicious street food, and bustling markets. Explore Sabarmati Ashram, Adalaj Stepwell, Akshardham Temple, and the lively streets of the old city.

Glide through the narrow lanes of the old city of Ahmedabad on wheels. A city is best explored through walking but if you interested and looking for a more and adventurous tour then come and experience out the old city rickshaw tour – heritage on wheels. Our aim to deliver a truly cherished experience with many attractive architectural sites’ in different forms, POL’s (residential cluster), haveli’s, fort, local bazaars, temples, mosques, and sounds this incredible city has to offer. So, come and experience the rich cultural heritage of old Ahmedabad city on wheels. *only 7 places have been added in the itinerary section as other places location is not available. The brochure has the list of all the 26 places included in this tour with description.

Ahmedabad – World Heritage City boasts of some of the finest Islamic monuments, Jain temples, vernacular wooden architecture, and a thriving ‘Walled City Culture’. One way to witness and experience this milieu of vibrant living culture is through a heritage walk. Heritage Walks will give you an unforgettable glimpse into six hundred years of history through old city highlights like Mangaldas ni Haveli, Jami Masjid, Bhadra Fort, Manek Chowk Vegetable Market, Chandla Ol, Sidi Saiyad Jali, Khetrapal Jain Shrine and the Teen Darwaja Market. Carrying a copy of Ahmedabad City Guide that we provide as a PDF that will make the walks more insightful and allow you to take the history home with you.

On this evening tour drive past some of the heritage monuments of the city of Ahmedabad. It was the first city in India to be declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Drive past some of the finest Indo-Islamic monuments and exquisite Hindu and Jain temples. The carved wooden doors of the houses are another unique architectural tradition. Highlights • Drive past heritage buildings of Ahmedabad • Manek Chowk, the city square • Old Stock Exchange

Visit the historical sites in the Walled City of Ahmedabad under the care of a guide on this walking tour. Learn about Indo Islamic architecture & designs. Binge on some locally-made snacks on the way.

This half day Private heritage tour focuses on the heritage places of Ahmedabad beyond the walled city. This tour delivers a truly cherished experience with different aspects of a city. The itinerary covers a religious place, one of its kind utensils museum and a very famous block printing art of the city to offer a memorable experience.

Ahmedabad is an important commercial hub of the Indian state of Gujarat. It is the sixth largest Indian city with about 6.5 million people calling the city their home. The city goes back to the 11th century. A walk through its old quarter will get you close to the architecture, local art, religious buildings and the city’s specific culture and traditions. Ahmedabad has some of the finest Indo-Islamic monuments and exquisite Hindu and Jain temples. You will also see the city’s carved wooden houses - unique in their architectural tradition. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour.

This walking tour in the UNESCO world heritage city of Ahmedabad passes through a maze of streets & pols (ancient living units) located deep inside this walled city; covering not just the visual aesthetics -the art in architecture, but scientific manifestations like well thought-of rain harvesting system, drainage system, etc. Its amazing to understand how the culture & lifestyle and ethical aspects & spiritual ideologies of the people who live here finds manifestation in the vernacular architecture. This walk in the pols of Ahmedabad promises to fascinate people across genres! Moreover it gives enthusiasts an opportunity to visit exquisite places of historical & heritage value that cannot be easily found even on google maps!