Alluring Places to Visit Near Ghaziabad

Dadri is a small town that was once ruled by the Bhati Kings belonging to the Gurjar community. The region has mostly maintained its rural ambience, however, it has gained industrial importance lately with several manufacturing and energy plants emerging around. The town has large areas of wetland which provide apt climatic conditions for Blackbucks, Neelgai and several species of migratory birds. The attraction is thus a perfect destination for offbeat travellers and nature lovers.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 19 km

Modi Nagar was earlier known as Begumabad and is believed to have been founded and ruled by Nawab Zafar Ali. The village is named after Gujarmal Modi who, in 1933, established a Sugar Mill that set a wave of commercial development and provided employment to the villagers. The British, later on, named the colony as Modi Nagar and honoured him with the title of Raja Bahadur. Modi Nagar is now famous for being the educational hub in the region.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 26 km

Situated at a distance of 60 km from the capital of India, Hapur is the smallest district in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Popularly known as one of the important religious centres of the Hindus in the north, the ancient city is home to several temples which draw a large number of devotees as well as tourists. Among the popular temples are Shiv mandir, the Shani mandir, the Sai mandir, Sabli Shiv Mandir, Garhmukteshwar and Chandi Mandir etc., each of which is supposed to be at least 500 years old.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 34 km

Known For : Worlds of Wonder Water Park The Great India Place DLF Mall of India

A part of the National Capital Region, Noida, with the inauguration of Budhh international circuit for the formula one racing, Sunburn arena where international artists perform, and upcoming projects of one of the tallest buildings in North India. Noida is just busy running towards faster growth. Noida is a short name for New Okhla Industrial Development Authority.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 23 km

Best Time: September to December, February to March

17 Noida Attractions

Known For : Baba Farid's Tomb Camp Dhauj Lake Sri Shirdi Sai baba temple, Faridabad

Faridabad is Haryana's largest city and its major industrial hub as well. Faridabad is the main part of district Faridabad which has two divisions - Faridabad and Ballabgarh. The city shares borders with New Delhi on its north, Gurgaon to its west and Uttar Pradesh on its south west ends.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 52 km

Best Time: September to December, February to March

17 Faridabad Attractions

Known For : Asthal Bohar Math Meham Bhindawas Lake

The Heart of Haryana, Rohtak is situated just 70 kms away from the Heart of the India, Delhi and happens to be a part of the National Capital Region (NCR). There have been many rumours regarding the name of the city and its origins. With evidence suggesting that the old town is as old as the Indus Valley Civilization, Rohtak has turned out to be a city of fascination. The district of Rohtak is divided into two parts; Rohtak and Meham.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 124 km

Best Time: November to February

8 Rohtak Attractions

Known For : Jama Masjid Aligarh Aligarh Fort Sir Syed House Museum

Nestled in the populous state of Uttar Pradesh, Aligarh has grown as a prominent educational centre as well as a commercial centre in North India. Known as Kol or Koli in the ancient times, the city is said to have been founded by the Dor Rajputs in 372 AD and has housed the famous Aligarh Muslim University since 1875. Aligarh is also famous for its lock industry.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 121 km

Best Time: October to February

6 Aligarh Attractions

Known For : Augharnath Temple Shapir Hastinapur

Rich culture, stunning monuments, significant history and lip-smacking cuisine awaits you at Meerut. This historical city located in the state of Uttar Pradesh sits at a distance of about seventy kilometres from New Delhi, the capital of the country. With an exciting past, that dates back to ancient days, contemporary art flourishes as much as a healthy dose of history and culture at Meerut.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 47 km

Best Time: October - March

13 Meerut Attractions

Known For : Bhangarh Fort Bala Quila Fort Sariska National Park

Alwar is the first major city that comes while travelling from Delhi to Rajasthan and is uniquely located at 150 km south of Delhi and 150 km north of Jaipur. Alwar is a hub of tourism with a wide range of forts like Bhangarh fort, lakes, nature reserves like Sariska Tiger Reserve and heritage havelis. Apart from being a popular tourist centre, Alwar also draws pride from its reputation of being featured in a number of Bollywood movies.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 187 km

Best Time: October to March

26 Alwar Attractions

Known For : Banke Bihari Mandir Prem Mandir Radha Raman Temple

One of the oldest cities on the banks of Yamuna, Vrindavan is considered to be one of the most important places of pilgrimage for the devotees of Krishna. It is said that Lord Krishna had spent his childhood in Vrindavan. The name of the city has been derived from Vrinda (meaning basil) and van (meaning grove) which perhaps refer to the two small groves at Nidhivan and Seva Kunj. Since Vrindavan is considered to be a sacred place, a large number of people come here to abandon their worldly life.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 152 km

Best Time: October to March

18 Vrindavan Attractions

Known For : Tomb of Bu-Ali Shah Kalandar Kabuli Bagh Mosque Devi Temple

Located at a distance of 90 km from Delhi, Panipat is known for the three historical battles that were fought here. Innumerable monument, forts, temples and its magnificent historical connections make Panipat in Haryana an interesting tourist destination. Also known as 'City of Weavers', and 'Textile City', this is an important city for textile production.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 110 km

Best Time: October to March

8 Panipat Attractions

Known For : Neemrana Fort Palace Zip Lining Baori

Neemrana town is located in Alwar in Rajasthan on Delhi-Jaipur highway. It is famous for its magnificent Neemrana Fort Palace. It was built in 1464 AD, a palace from where Rajput Maharaja Prithvi Raj Chauhan III reigned. Neemrana fort is now converted into one of the Rajasthan's oldest heritage luxury hotels. The fort has been restored and developed for the people to enjoy amalgamation of history and modernity.

Distance from Ghaziabad: 148 km

Best Time: July to March

6 Neemrana Attractions

Known For : ISKCON Temple Ghaziabad Shipra Mall Drizzling Land Water and Amusement Park

Ghaziabad can be best described as the "Gateway to Uttar Pradesh". Given its proximity to the national capital, the social life of the rapidly developing town is intertwined with that of Delhi. The city has evolved as one of the dynamic industrial centres in the country, and it booms with the urbane culture of the neighbouring metro town. Other than the queuing traffic, bustling markets and the millennial crowd, Ghaziabad also wakes up to increasing number of multiplexes, better-planned roads and surpassing flyovers. Emerging as the industrial hub of India, Ghaziabad is a hotspot for a lot of industries including electric locomotive and EMU trains, bicycles, tapestry, pottery, paint and varnish, metal chains, etc.

Best Time: October to December, February to March

14 Ghaziabad Attractions

Known For : Ganga Aarti in Haridwar Har Ki Pauri Chandi Devi Temple

Haridwar, considered to be among the seven holiest cities in India, is an ancient city located on the banks of River Ganga in the Garhwal region of Uttarakhand. Dotted with temples, ashrams and narrow lanes across the city, Haridwar is a famous Hindu temple town where millions of devotees come to take a dip in the holy Ganges. It's believed that taking a dip in the holy Har Ki Pauri relieves you of all your sins. Every evening, Haridwar is witness to a set of rituals for the famous Ganga Aarti at the Ghats (River Banks) where thousands of devotees come together to pray to the river. 

Distance from Ghaziabad: 183 km

Best Time: Throughout the year

36 Haridwar Attractions