1. Gir National Park

The only place where you can spot lions outside of Africa in their natural habitat. Gir National Park is the place where you can see Asiatic Lions and which attracts tourists from all around the world. The jungle safari is very thrilling and full of excitement. Nothing can beat this experience. It will be one of the best experiences in the wild in India. If you are a wildlife enthusiast you must visit this place. It’s the only place in India to see lions in the wild. Do not forget to visit this place if you are planning a trip to Gujarat and it’s mandatory to include it in the list of top 10 places to visit in Gujarat.

2. Somnath Temple

Visiting Gujarat and not hopping up to one of the top 10 places to visit in Gujarat is not justified. This old marvellous architecture does not need any introduction and contains one of the 12 sacred Jyotirlinga. The beautiful temple is located near the sea! Located in the town of Somnath, a historical monument. You can go here in the early morning or late at night for darshans and the famous Shayan Aari and the light and laser show really enhance the experience, one of the best temples you will ever visit. Truly mesmerising! Beautifully landscaped surroundings with the Arabian Sea as the backdrop, makes the visit truly worth it.

3. Rann Of Kutch

Once-in-a-lifetime experience. The view of the salt desert is surreal. Looks like a lunar surface. A must-visit place located away from the city, white Rann looks elegant at sunset with colourful Kutchy culture. The carts and camels are in multiple vibrant colours. A place one can not imagine in the midst of the Thar Desert. The government here organises the Rann of Kutch festival. You can not miss the beautiful sunrise and sunset here in the white desert. The experience of visiting this place is beyond imagination.

4. Rani Ki Vav

Rani Ki Vav is a beautiful and intricately carved stepwell in Patan, Gujrat built by Kind of Patan in memory of his queen. This site takes its place on the UNESCO World Heritage list. The architecture is so beautiful with elegant designs and carvings. A must-visit site, It’s an absolute architecture for anyone visiting Gujarat. It is well worth the status. The architecture here is very good and this vav has a very deep big size well. If you are a history enthusiast you can not miss this place. The list of the top 10 places to visit in Gujrat is incomplete without it.

5. Bhuj

This place is a must-visit in the morning, this place is an awesome visit. There are a lot of attractions in this area such as Bhujia Hills for a thrilling trek during sunset and an amazing view of Bhuj City, Prag Mahal, Aina Mahal Palace, Kutch Fossil Park where you can get the feel of ancient civilisation, Cenotaphs Complex which houses the tombs of the royal family,  Hamirsar lake for a beautiful and serene experience. This place offers everything you want. To visit this one of the top 10 places to visit in Gujrat is a must.

6. Junagarh

A great place for a history enthusiast having numerous archaeological sites like Girnar, and Shri Swaminarayan Temple which is so beautiful you will feel calm and peaceful here, Jain Derasar where you get a glimpse of history, Uperkot Fort, the history of this place is really mesmerising, Ahmedpur Mandavi Beach which is a perfect place for you if you love clicking pictures and a place that is away from the crowded place. Visiting this place is a must if you are planning to come here.

 7. Champaner-Pavagadh Park

Champaner- Pavagarh is a small settlement on the way from Ahmedabad to Jabughoda. It is a beautiful world heritage site with preserved monuments from the 12th century. The architecture was built in Indo- Islamic style. The Champaner and Pavagadh are sometimes clubbed together for tourist attraction. This rich heritage site has forts, mosques, architecture, tombs, temples,step-wells and fortresses from the 8th to 14th centuries. If you will visit this place you will thank me!

8. Mandavi Beach

Located close to the Arabian Sea this pristine Mandavi Beach is so serene, and calm with soft and smooth sand. It is indeed going to be an amazing experience. You can have lots of water activities such as speedboat rides, water scooters, and balloon rides. The beach is sandy, the sea is calm and the waves caress your feet gently. The sunset will make the horizon even more beautiful and romantic. Spectacular is the only word that will come to your mind when you will visit this place. One of the unique things about this place is that the camels on the beach. Overall a pretty place to spend an evening and thus we have included it in the list of top 10 places to visit in Gujrat.

9. Marine National Park

Ever wondered how it feels to watch, feel and experience marine life in the most natural way and not in any fancy aquarium? Here is one way to experience marine life in their natural habitat, visit one of the top places to visit in Gujrat, Marine National Park. You will be fascinated by the visit here. The experience of this park will be amazing you will get to see a variety of crabs and corals. You will also see pufferfish and octopus and many more varieties of marine species. The most unique feature of this place is that you get to explore the ocean bed at low tide. So do not miss this gem when you visit Gujrat.

10. Lakhota Fort

Fort built by royals of Jamnagar to aid in days of drought. The fort is situated amidst the lake and is now a museum with not so old but has an antique collection of erstwhile Saurashtra Fort, if you are a bird lover this place is for you. At Lalkhota Fort you will get a glance at the heritage of Saurashtra, Gujrat. This place is a must-visit, do not forget to include it in your wishlist whenever you are planning to come to Gujrat.

Conclusion

Gujrat is a state in India that is steeped in a certain charm. You can not cover this city in a short span of time as Gujrat has many attractions. But make sure if you are visiting this place you take this list handy with you because skipping any place in the list of Top 10 places to visit in Gujrat is not an option at all.