What to do and see in Ahmedabad, Gujarat: The Best Museums

January 5, 2022 Franklyn Hardiman

Founded in the 15th century, Ahmedabad is the largest city in the state of Gujrat. The city is a vibrant business district and rising centre of education, information technology and scientific industries. Divided in two - the old city and the new city; The city offers different moods right from the hustle-bustle of C.G. Road in the heart of Ahmedabad to the quite retreat of of the Sabarmati Ashram. Ahmedabad enjoys a thriving cultural tradition, being the centre of Gujarati cultural activities and diverse traditions of different ethnic and religious communities. Popular celebrations and observances include Uttarayan - an annual kite-flying day on 14 January and the nine nights of Navratri - celebrated with people performing Garba - the folk dance of Gujarat - at venues across the city.
Restaurants in Ahmedabad

1. Kapasi Handicrafts Emporium

Jitendra Chambers B/h Ajanta Commercial Centre, New R.B. I. Lane, Income Tax, Ahmedabad, Ahmedabad 380014 India +91 99044 04013 [email protected] http://www.kapasi.com
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Kapasi Handicrafts Emporium

Kapasi Handicrafts Emporium was founded by Shri Kantibhai Kapasi in the year 1973. Since then it has become a window to the world of Indian Heritage. A variety of Indian Handicrafts & artifacts are offered here to suit every art lover’s needs and budget. Kapasi’s showroom has become a centre of attraction for International Visitors, Delegations, Corporates, Govt. bodies, Private Organizations, Professionals such as Doctors, Engineers, Lawyers, Architects, Builders, Interior Designers and the Non-Resident Indians. In fact, the response pouring in from NRIs/NRGs residing around the world is tremendous. With a team of skilled craftsmen in wood, metal, stone, embroidery, painting, etc., Kapasi Handicrafts has been able to restore salvaged antiques to originality, and create new designs with their nimble hands. It also has facility to manufacture eclectic range of Artifacts like Swings, Temples, Brass Articles, Paintings, Gift Articles, Sovereign Gifts and much more. We deliver your Dreams

2. Auto World Vintage Car Museum

Sardar Patel Ring Rd Dastan Farms, Ahmedabad India +91 79 2282 0699 http://www.automuseums.info/india/auto-world-vintage-car-museum
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Auto World Vintage Car Museum

Reviewed By Nileshnaik303

Superb collection of vintage cars plenty of vintage cars in one roof and specially all are in working condition as they told us once in year in vintage car rally they used this cars.maintanance is also good. Vintage lovers must see

3. Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum

College Road Near Gujarat University, Ahmedabad India http://www.ldmuseum.co.in
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Lalbhai Dalpatbhai Museum

4. Utensils Museum

Vechaar Opp. Vasna Tol Naka, Ahmedabad 380055 India +91 79 2660 7974 http://www.vechaar.com/museum.html
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Utensils Museum

5. Shreyas Folk Museum

Shree Fusabai Marg Near Sabarmati, Ahmedabad 380004 India
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Shreyas Folk Museum

6. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport Road, Ahmedabad 382475 India +91 93270 49709 http://www.sardarpatelmuseum.org
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Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial

Reviewed By Roam808728 - Ahmedabad, India

This is situated at shahibaug nr. Gaytri Mandir. In this museum you can see the all history of iron man sardar vallabhbhai patel about history as a freedom fighter & after freedom remove king rule by war. Safe place. 24 hours auto or cab you can get it. Thanks.

Satya Art Gallery at Navajivan Trust Behind Gujarat Vidyapeeth, Off Ashram road, Ahmedabad 380014 India https://www.facebook.com/Satya-Art-Gallery-404630516369023/
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Satya Art Gallery at Navajivan Trust

8. Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition

Satellite Rd Jodhpur, Ahmedabad 380015 India +91 79 2691 3402 http://www.sac.gov.in/SACSITE/public-exhibition.html
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Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition

The Vikram Sarabhai Space Exhibition (VSSE) is a "Mini ISRO" open to everyone free of cost. It gives knowledge to its visitors on the significant advancements and achievements made by Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The exhibition is also aimed at generating interest about science in the young minds and inspiring them to make a career in space industry. A person who visits the exhibition will get a glimpse of entire range of ISRO activities covering satellites, launch vehicles and applications of the satellites. The visitors will get an idea how our country is greatly benefitted by the space program. The exhibition has two floors and one 3D auditorium. Here visitors learn through a series of entertaining, interactive and educational experiences. The exhibits are divided into 15 different themes which are arranged in a specific sequence so as to help the visitors gain a better understanding of ISRO activities. Some of the major attractions of the exhibition are a 3D auditorium, Light and Sound show on Solar System, the virtual presenter, 3D Holographic Display and Augmented Reality. It also has a special Kids Section and a Quiz Section. In short, if you want to know who formed ISRO, why it was formed, what it does, how it does that and how much it entertains you in your daily life while also making your life safe then VSSE is the place to come to and learn the answers. You will be personally guided at the exhibition by eminent and veteran scientists from ISRO. Do come and experience ISRO!

Reviewed By G2designin - New Delhi, India

If you love science and specially want to learn more about space it's a place to visit...it has a lot of information on satellites,etc. The souvenir shop also has good stuff to gift

9. Calico Museum of Textiles

The Retreat, Opp. Underbridge, Ahmedabad 80004 India +91 79 2286 8172 [email protected] http://calicomuseum.org/
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Calico Museum of Textiles

Reviewed By salilkrgoel

Visited today on 31 Aug, amazing museum, 3 hour well crafted guided tour, privately managed property, amazing collection, neat and clean, depicts rich Heritage of culture, preserved things remarkably and offers free tea and snacks at last. Need to book online as only 20 persons allowed in a time bound tour. Simply awesome who has interest to explore historical places and antiques.

10. Gujarat Science City

Science City Road off Sarkhej Gandhinagar Highway, Ahmedabad 380060 India +91 79 2970 3122 [email protected] http://www.scity.org
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Gujarat Science City

Reviewed By Gpnakum - Ahmedabad District, India

Amazing place to visit with kids as they get to learn lots of new things with fun and practical experiment Good destination to spend time.

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