Why go
- Metropolis in Gujarat, India.
- Served by Rajkot Airport (RAJ).
History
Rajkot is the fourth-largest city in the western Indian state of Gujarat, after Ahmedabad, Surat, and Vadodara. It is in the centre of the Saurashtra region of Gujarat. Rajkot is the 35th-largest metropolitan area in India, with a population of more than 2 million as of 2021. Rajkot is the 6th cleanest city of India, and it is the 22nd fastest-growing city in the world as of March 2021. It is located on the banks of the Aji and Nyari rivers. Rajkot was the capital of the Saurashtra State from 15 April 1948 to 31 October 1956, before its merger with Bombay State on 1 November 1956. Rajkot was reincorporated into Gujarat State on 1 May 1960.
Where to stay
Dr. Yagnik Road Opp. Nandani Laboratory Rajputpara, Trikon Baug, Chowk, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India
Bizz the hotel, Dr Yagnik Rd, Jagnath Plot, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · bizzhotel.in
150 Feet Ring Road, PN-21/1, Circle, near Mavdi, Jasraj Nagar, Mavdi, Rajkot, Gujarat 360004, India · fortunehotels.in
Unit No56, Kalavad Rd, near Kotecha Circle, Kailash Nagar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360007, India · spreehotels.com
Sadar Bazar Main Rd, opposite Bileshwar Mahadev Temple, Sadar Bazar, Sadar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · novahotels.in
Nutan Press Rd, Sadar Bazar, Sadar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · hotelpearlpalace.co.in
Kuvadva Rd, beside Shell Petrol Pump, Ranchod Nagar Society, Ranchhod Nagar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360003, India · beaconhotels.com
Dr Yagnik Rd, Jagnath Plot, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · imperialpalace.in
Dr. Yagnik Road, Corner, Malaviya Chowk, Rajkot, Gujarat 360002, India · hotelsilverpalace.com
Brahmin Boarding 6, near Chetna dinning Hall & Restaurant, Rajputpara - 6, Rajputpara, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · hoteltherivera.in
Race Course Rd, Race Course, Jagnath Plot, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · lemontreehotels.com
Kalavad Rd, Near Everest Park, Jai Bhimnagar, Nana Mava, Rajkot, Gujarat 360005, India · rpjhotels.com
150 Feet Ring Rd, Opposite Sterling Hospital, Gautamnagar, Gandhigram, Rajkot, Gujarat 360007, India · theelements.biz
Gondal Rd, opposite Samruddhi Bhawan, Near Bombay Petrol Pump, Bhaktinagar Station Plot, Bhakti Nagar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360002, India · thepinevintahotel.com
Nr.Mehta Petrol Pump., Dhebar Rd, nr. Mehta Petrol Pump, Millpara, Bhakti Nagar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360002, India · hotelthegrandregencyrajkot.com
14, Race Course Rd, Janta Janardan Society, Sadar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · theskyimperial.com
Near, Dr Yagnik Rd, Race Course, Sadar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · hotelthesentosa.com
Marasa Sarovar Portico, Dr Rajendra Prasad Rd, opposite Shastri Maidan |, Limda Chowk, |, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · sarovarhotels.com
Jawahar Road, Opp. Pathikashram (Managed by Bolbala Charitable Trust, Jubilee Rd, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · platinumhotel.in
Subhash Road, Limda Chowk, Gavliwad, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · hotelevershine.com
3 Rajputpara Near Corporation Chowk, opp. Bus Stand, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · hotelcityinnrajkot.com
Sanjeevni Building, 2nd Floor, Moti Tanki Chowk, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · novahotels.in
BRTS STOP, 150 feet Ring Road, Ayodhya Chowk, Vasundhara Omkar Society, Manharpura 1, Madhapar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360006, India · lordshotels.com
Nyari Dam Rd, off Kalavad Road, Rajkot, Vajdi, Gujarat 360005, India · regencylagoonresort.com
Corporation Chowk, Karanpara 24/25 Corner, opp. Momai Dairy, nr. Keshubhai Eye Hospital, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India · hotelnovaboutiquerajkot.in
Vrindavan Society Main road, nr.Pradhyuman Green City Tower Off Infront of, Kalavad Rd, Rajkot, Gujarat 360005, India · sayajihotels.com
Kuvadva Rd, near Deluxe Cinema Chowk, Ranchhod Nagar, Rajkot, Gujarat 360003, India · marriott.com
8 Panchnath, Main Rd, Limda Chowk, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India
Pallav Complex, KKV Chowk, Kalavad Rd, opp. St.Mary's School, Suryoday Society, Nalanda Society, Rajkot, Gujarat 360001, India
Ground, 2nd and 3rd, Bhavnagar Rd, Near Imitation Market, Mayur Nagar, Shakti Industrial Zone, Rajkot, Gujarat 360003, India
Indoor
Indoor
Restaurants & places to go
Pizza, Burger, Italian, Chinese, Sandwich, Indian, American, Thickshakes, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway, delivery,… · choicesnackbar.com
Wedding Venue, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-23:00 Features: outdoor seating, vegetarian options, air conditioning · Nyari dam 1 kalavad road,… · otbrajkot.com
Burger, Pizza, Chinese, Italian, Sandwich, Ice Cream, Cafe · Opening hours: 24/7 · Besides The Fantacy World, Nyari Dam Road, Rajkot, 360005 · instagram.com
Regional, Italian, Mexican, International, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 · Out Of The Box Nyari Dam 1 Road , Kalawad Road, Rajkot, 360005 · otbrajkot.com
Indian, Restaurant · Opening hours: 24/7 Features: vegetarian options · Satadhar Complex, Near Radha Mira Hotel, Hudko Chokdi Kothariya Ring Rd, Rajkot, 360002
Breakfast, Curry, Indian, Local, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 Features: vegetarian options
Fast Food · fast food · Rajkot Bypass
Asian, Chinese, Restaurant · Asian/Chinese restaurant
Indian, Restaurant · Indian restaurant
Fast Food, Restaurant · Fast Food restaurant
Fast Food · fast food
Restaurant · restaurant
Cafe · cafe
Restaurant · restaurant
Food Court · food court
Fast Food · fast food · rajkot road
Restaurant · restaurant · Mahatma Gandhi Road
Restaurant · restaurant · Ring Road -2
Restaurant · restaurant
Fast Food · fast food
Restaurant · restaurant · rajkot road
Airports
Rajkot International Airport (HSR) 26 km to the centre
Rajkot, GJ, IN — You board from the indoor waiting area — no need to plan for the weather.
Rajkot Airport (RAJ) 2.4 km to the centre
Rajkot, GJ, IN — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 3 airlines (Air India Limited, Air Sahara, Jet Airways) · direct flights to 1 destination incl. Mumbai (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 3 airlines, 1 direct destination
- Air India Limited AI (A319) · 1 route: Mumbai
- Air Sahara S2 (737-700) · 1 route: Mumbai*
- Jet Airways 9W (737-700) · 1 route: Mumbai*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Amreli Airport 88 km to the centre
Amreli, GJ, IN
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Rajkot Airport (RAJ); 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: RAJ has direct flights to 1 destination on 3 airlines (incl. Mumbai).
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Rajkot, India. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Private aviation
On-demand charter, jet cards and the semi-private scheduled carriers that serve this city.
Broker · Any aircraft via operators worldwide · Global charter broker with 30+ offices; private jets, group charters and cargo.
FBO, charter, management · Managed fleet · FBO network and management across Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific.
Fractional, jet card · Embraer Praetor, Bombardier Challenger & Global, Gulfstream · Fractional ownership and jet cards in North America and Europe.
Charter, management · Large-cabin & VIP airliners · Geneva-based operator known for large-cabin and VIP airliner charters.
Charter, management, FBO, MRO · Managed fleet worldwide · General Dynamics company: charter, completions and FBOs in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the US.
Tours & experiences
Sightseeing
Sightseeing
Sightseeing