Best places to visit in Kanpur

The perfect touch of royalty, you can never miss out the best places to visit in Kanpur. Kanpur is the biggest city of the state and is the main centre of commercial and industrial activities. Formerly it was known as Manchester of India. With a number of historic attraction and cultural heritage sites, Kanpur is one of the main tourist attractions of Uttar Pradesh. The hotel is located in close proximity to various points of interest and transportation hubs in town.

The hotel is just 20km from the airport, 11km from the bus stop and 12km from the railway station. Check out some of the important places to visit around the city.

Blue World Theme Park

Situated on Mandhana-Bithoor Road, the Blue World Theme Park is a fantastic water and amusement park with tons of rides. The rides have been thematically divided into the following – European, Fairy Land Theme, Chinese Theme, Jungle Theme, Mayan and Egyptian Culture and Indian themes.

Spread across 25 acres of land containing a Water Park and an Amusement Park, Blue World Theme Park also cites multiple restaurants inclusive of all ranges of budget and culinary authenticity. There are also musical fountains, laser shows and an exciting 7D show as well. The park also offers a dedicated space for special occasions like birthdays or social gatherings. The water park also offers refundable rental swimwear.

Blue World Theme Park

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Timings : Timings can vary between 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM and 10:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Time Required : 3-8 hours
Entry Fee : Full Ticket - INR 600
Half Ticket - INR 300

Facilities at the Park :
The park has a strict safety policy regulating international standard. There are lifeguards on each water site and it is a necessitated precautious measure to wear life-jackets, both for adults and children. There are CCTV surveillance cameras throughout the park with several places marked by fire extinguishers. There are swimwear rentals costing about INR 250 and INR 300 for men and women respectively. Towels are available for sale at INR 150.

Lockers are available for INR 50 with a refundable security deposit of INR 100.
Dress Code : Only swimwear is allowed on water rides. Decent attire is proposed.

Green Park Stadium, Kanpur

Located along the banks of the river Ganges, Green Park is a cricket stadium found at the Kan Chembar at Kanpur. Established in 1945, this well-lit stadium holds an accommodating capacity of 32,000.

Formerly known as Modi Stadium, the Green Park Stadium is managed by the Uttar Pradesh’s Sports Department. It UP's only International Cricket Stadium that hosts Test and One-day matches. It also has the biggest manually operated scoreboard in the world. Live cricket matches are the best time to visit the stadium.

The Charm of Clock Tower and Old City Markets

A trip to Jodhpur wouldn't be complete without visiting the bustling Old City. The Old City's famous landmark, the clock tower, stands at the heart of it.

Next to it, Sardar Market retains a traditional village bazaar feel. It's chaotic and colourful, and sells almost everything (including handicrafts, spices, saris and fabric). If you feel uncomfortable in crowds, you might prefer to take a walking tour rather than explore the market area yourself, as the congestion can be overwhelming.

Nana Rao Park

Nana Rao Park is a vast public garden centrally located on Mall Road in Kanpur. This beautiful garden is the ideal spot for nature lovers, famous for its lush greenery, particularly evergreen trees and bright-coloured flower beds.

There is also a public swimming pool, Vyayamshala (standard fitness facility), and a carefully maintained plant nursery. As a result, visitors approach the park for leisure purposes such as spending time with family and friends, brisk walking, yoga, badminton, swimming and bird-watching.

Location: Mall Road, Kanpur.
Opening Hours:5:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily.
Entry Fee : INR 20

Mahatma Gandhi Park

Mahatma Gandhi Park is a lush green garden located in the cantonment area of Kanpur. One of the oldest and most well-known parks in Kanpur, the Mahatma Gandhi Park is equipped with play areas for children and recreational space for adults.

Location: Cantonment Area , Kanpur
Opening Hours:9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee : INR 50

JK Temple

JK Temple, otherwise called as Juggilal Kamplapat temple is located on the Govind Nagar road of Sarvodaya Nagar in Kanpur. It is a beautiful combination of both ancient and modern architecture. There are nearby lakes and greenery such as the popular Moti Jheel. Weather : N.A.

Timings : 5:00 AM -12:00 PM and 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Aarti Timings - 7:00 PM
Time Required : 1 hour
Entry Fee : None
Facilities at the Temple : Food within the temples is available for purchase.
Locker facilities
Clean washrooms for men and women.

JK Temple

Also known as Allen Forest Zoo, the Kanpur Zoological Park is located in Nawabganj, approximately 7 kilometres from Kanpur city. Situated in the human-made Allen Forest, this zoological park houses a picturesque landscape, lush vegetation, a beautiful lake, and several rare species of plants and animals.

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Timings : 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Closed on Mondays
Time Required : 3 - 4 hours
Entry Fee : Weekdays
Indian Visitors
Adults - INR 30
Children (6 to 12 years) - INR 15
Foreign Visitors
Adults - INR 150
Children (6 to 12 years) - INR 75
Weekends and National Occasions
Indian Visitors
Adults - INR 40
Children (6 to 12 years) - INR 20
Foreign Visitors
Adults - INR 150
Children (6 to 12 years) - INR 75

Kanpur Museum

Also known as the Kanpur Sangrahalay, this official museum of Kanpur is located on the Pool Bagh Ground. The Kanpur Museum exhibits artefacts and documents from the colonial period to the modern-day Kanpur. Formerly launched as the King Edward Memorial Hall in memory of King Edward VII, it was further renamed as the Gandhi Bhawan in 1999. It also has an in-house public library.

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Timings : Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Closed on Mondays
Time Required : 2-3 hours
Entry Fee : INR 15
Tips :Pets are not allowed.

Photography inside the museum is highly prohibited. Violations can lead to penalised action. Visitors are strictly scrutinised by deputed personals. Hence it is advisable to not carry any eatables and sharp, inflammable objects into the premises.

Kanpur Museum

Also known as the Kanpur Sangrahalay, this official museum of Kanpur is located on the Pool Bagh Ground. The Kanpur Museum exhibits artefacts and documents from the colonial period to the modern-day Kanpur. Formerly launched as the King Edward Memorial Hall in memory of King Edward VII, it was further renamed as the Gandhi Bhawan in 1999. It also has an in-house public library.

Weather : N.A.
Timings : Tuesday to Sunday: 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Closed on Mondays
Time Required : 2-3 hours
Entry Fee : INR 15
Tips :Pets are not allowed.

Photography inside the museum is highly prohibited. Violations can lead to penalised action. Visitors are strictly scrutinised by deputed personals. Hence it is advisable to not carry any eatables and sharp, inflammable objects into the premises.

Moti Jheel

Moti Jheel, located in the Benajhabar area of Kanpur, is a water storage spot as well as a great sightseeing point. Translating to the Pearl Lake, Moti Jheel also avails boating facilities with an array of street food stalls and toys sold at the entrance and within its premises. Constructed during the British colonial rule, Moti Jheel along with Moti Park and Kamala Retreat is a significant local recreational spot.

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Timings : 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Time Required : 2 hours
Entry Fee : No entry fee

ISKCON Temple Kanpur

The ISKCON temple is yet another international spiritual tourist attraction dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple is located on Mainavati Marg, Bithoor Road, about 4 km from Kanpur. The best time to visit is in August and September due to Krishna Janmashtami and Radhashtami respectively.

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Timings : 4:30 AM to 1:30 PM and 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Time Required : 1 hour
Entry Fee : None
Aarti Timings : The daily procession of aartis has a fixed allotted time as follows:
Mangal Aarti - 4:30 AM
Narsimha Aarti - 4:50 AM
Tulasi Aarti - 5:00 AM
Sringar Darshan - 7:30 AM
Srimad Bhagavatam Darshan - 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Raj Bhoga Aarti - 12:30 PM
Temple Closed between 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM
Tulasi Aarti - 6:15 PM
Sandhya Aarti - 6:30 PM
Bhagavad Gita Class - 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Temple Closes - 8:15 PM

Jungle Water Park

Jungle Water Park is one of the top amusement options that have developed in Kanpur over the past decade. Located in Chiran Gaon on Bithoor Road, this amusement park comprises of several pools and rides for both children and adults. Bracketed within a splash of green, the park is also a great place for picnics or just relaxation.

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Timings : 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Time Required : 4-5 hours
Entry Fee : Monday to Saturday: INR 260
Sunday: INR 300

Kamla Retreat

Kamla Retreat, located on Kamala Nehru Road, Kanpur, is an exclusive state-owned by the renowned Singhania family. It is a beautiful spot for leisure and relaxation, greatly admired by tourists and their families. Nestled among lush greenery, the Kamla Retreat offers breathtaking views of well-maintained lawns, parks and canals It is the ideal place for outdoor activities such as games, walks, picnics, family gatherings, swimming and boating.

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Timings : 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Time Required : 3 - 4 hours
Entry Fee : Free

Jajmau

The leather city of Kanpur, Jajmau is a densely populated industrial suburb famous for its leather production. Also known as Jajesmow, it is regarded as one of the oldest sites in Kanpur to have housed human inhabitation. Located on the banks of the Ganga, Jajmau is also a popular excavation site. The site is home to the Siddhnath and Sri Devi temples which was the primary reason of its former name, Siddhapuri. A small town of about 30 localities, this region is also mentioned in the stories of Hindu myth.

Becon Ganj Market Kanpur

Becon Ganj market is a prominent market in the locality of Becon Ganj in Kanpur city of Uttar Pradesh. Both a residential and a commercial section, the market is famous for its variety of fabrics and Indian suits that are sold. Named after William Bacon, the British Magistrate of Kanpur in 1828; the market is regarded as one of the oldest parts of Kanpur. Spread over 2 km, the Becon Ganj Market avails plenty of locally produced clothing and apparel stores in addition to fine jewellery and footwear.

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Named After : William Bacon
Timings : Tentatively 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Closed on Mondays
Footpath Market : Wednesday, Friday and Saturday