Travel Tips
Weather Information at Statue of Unity
Spring
March & April
Avg. Temperature : 29°C to 36°C
Summer
May & July
Avg. Temperature: 29°C to 43°C
Summer in Gujarat is a tough season, lasting from May to June. Temperatures are unforgiving, hovering between 29°C and 43°C. Visiting the Statue of Unity and other sightseeing could be a problem since it is rather difficult to step out in the blistering sun. The weather is Dry, Humid and Sunny so it is difficult. The Statue of Unity is located in the green field area where there are green valleys around you so the temperature of this area may drop a little down. You can carry certain things that can help you against this type of weather like, cap, sunglasses, extra pair of shoes, shirt & tshirt, sunscreen & lot.
Monsoon
August & October
Avg. Temperature: 27°C to 34°C
Winter
November & February
Avg. Temperature: 12°C to 29°C
If you can handle a bit of a nip in the air, then you will love winters in Gujarat. Winter is also the best time to explore Gujarat and especially the Statue of Unity, as the temperature is just right for sightseeing and walking around the region. With a minimum of 12 degrees and a maximum of 29 degree Celsius, you can be sure never to have to worry about it becoming uncomfortable.
How To Reach Statue of Unity
How to Reach Statue of Unity By Road
By Road
How to Reach Statue of Unity By Train
By Train
The Nearest Railway Station to the Statue of Unity is located in Kevadiya (KDCY), followed by Vadodara (BRC). If you arrive at the Vadodara railway station, You can get on the public transport or book a cab to take you directly to the Statue of Unity.
How to Reach Statue of Unity By plane
By Plane
How To Reach Statue of Unity From Ahmedabad?
Distance
200 KM
Bus Service
There is one Volvo bus leaving from Ahmedabad Geeta Mandir Bus Stand to Kevadiya at 7:10 AM daily. For the return journey from Kevadiya to Ahmedabad, there are two AC buses, leaving Kevadiya at 4:40 PM and 7:10 PM daily.
Taxi Service
One-way taxi fare from Ahmedabad to Statue of Unity for a four-seater car starts at Rs. 3,000. While keeping the taxi with you for the full day and return journey should cost Rs. 6,000 onwards.
Travel Time
3 to 4 Hours
Train Service
There is an Ahmedabad-to-Kevadiya Jan Shatabdi Express which leaves Ahmedabad Junction (ADI) for Kevadiya (KDCY) at 7:55 AM daily. The same train leaves back for Ahmedabad at 8:20 PM daily.
Self Drive Cars
Multiple self drive car providers are available to rent cars in Ahmedabad, with prices starting at Rs. 5,000 for the first 450 km in 30 hours without fuel.
Sea Plane Service
A sea-plane service that takes as little as 30 minutes to fly between Ahmedabad Sabarmati River Front and Kevadiya. With tickets priced at Rs. 9,000 per person one-way, flights leave from Ahmedabad at 10:15 AM and 12:45 PM, and leave from Kevadiya at 11:45 AM and 3:15 PM daily.
How To Reach Statue of Unity From Vadodara?
Distance
90 KM
Bus Service
There are multiple sleeper and ordinary buses available from Vadodara Central Bus Station to Kevadiya daily at 4:15 AM, 7 AM, 2 PM, and 3:15 PM. The return buses from Kevadiya to Vadodara leave at 7:30AM, 4:45 PM, and 8:40 PM.
Taxi Service
One-way taxi fare for a four-seater car starts at Rs. 2,000. While keeping the taxi with you for the full day and return journey should cost Rs. 5,000 onwards.
Travel Time
1.5 to 2 Hours
Train Service
There are two trains from Vadodara Junction (BRC) to Kevadiya (KDCY) daily at 5:40 AM and 9:10 AM. They run on all days of the week, and the return trains leave Kevadiya for Vadodara at 8:20 AM and 9:25 AM.
Self Drive Cars
Multiple self-drive car providers are available to rent cars in Vadodara, with prices starting at Rs. 2,000 for the first 235 km in 24 hours without fuel.
How To Reach Statue of Unity From Surat?
Distance
150 KM
Bus Service
While there is no direct bus from Surat to Kevadiya, there is a local bus from Kevadiya to Surat departing at 11 AM daily.
Taxi Service
One-way taxi fare from Surat to Statue of Unity for a four-seater car starts at Rs. 3,000. While keeping the taxi with you for the full day and return journey should cost Rs. 6,000 onwards.
Travel Time
2 to 3 Hours
Train Service
There is an Ahmedabad-to-Kevadiya Jan Shatabdi Express which leaves Ahmedabad Junction (ADI) for Kevadiya (KDCY) at 7:55 AM daily. The same train leaves back for Ahmedabad at 8:20 PM daily.
Self Drive Cars
Multiple self-drive car providers are available to rent cars in Surat, with prices starting at Rs. 5,000 for the first 450 km in 30 hours without fuel.
How To Reach Statue of Unity From Rajkot?
Distance
370 KM
Bus Service
There are multiple sleeper and ordinary buses available from Rajkot Central Bus Station to Kevadiya daily at 9 PM, 10 PM. The return buses from Kevadiya to Rajkot leave at 4:30 PM, 7 PM.
Taxi Service
One-way taxi fare from Rajkot to Statue of Unity for a four-seater car starts at Rs. 5,000. While keeping the taxi with you for the full day and return journey should cost Rs. 9,000 onwards.
Travel Time
5 to 6 Hours
Train Service
While there is no direct train from rajkot to statue of unity, you need to go ahmedabad and from there you get a direct train to statue of unity.
Self Drive Cars
Multiple self-drive car providers are available to rent cars in Rajkot, with prices starting at Rs. 8,000 for the first 760 km in 30 hours without fuel.
How To Reach Statue of Unity From Gandhinagar?
Distance
220 KM
Bus Service
There are multiple sleeper and ordinary buses available from Gandhinagar Central Bus Station to Kevadiya daily at 5:40 AM, 11:45 AM, 9:40 PM. The return buses from Kevadiya to Gandhinagar leave at 7:30 AM, 7:50PM.
Taxi Service
One-way taxi fare from Rajkot to Statue of Unity for a four-seater car starts at Rs. 5,000. While keeping the taxi with you for the full day and return journey should cost Rs. 9,000 onwards.
Travel Time
3 to 4 Hours
Train Service
While there is no direct train from gandhinagar to statue of unity, you need to go ahmedabad and from there you get a direct train to statue of unity.
Self Drive Cars
Multiple self-drive car providers are available to rent cars in Rajkot, with prices starting at Rs. 8,000 for the first 760 km in 30 hours without fuel.
Statue of Unity Attractions
Sardar Sarovar Dam
8:00AM to 6:00PM
4 KM From SOU
The Sardar Sarovar Dam is a concrete gravity dam built on the Narmada river in Navagam near Kevadiya, Narmada District, Gujarat in India. The Sardar Sarovar project was a vision of the first deputy prime minister of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Viewing Gallery
8:00AM to 6:00PM
0 KM from SOU
The viewing gallery at statue of unity has been designed in a way so that viewers can enjoy the natural surroundings. There are no obstacles or a glass installed on the facade of the viewing gallery. It has been kept…..
Museum
8:00AM to 6:00PM
0 KM From SOU
There is the Museum in Statue of Unity campus site in Gujarat’s Kevadiya colony to showcase recollection of history that made the dream of united India possible. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s Statue or the Statue of Unity & the Museum was inaugurated near the Narmada Dam in Gujarat in 2018 by PM Modi on Sardar Patel’s 143rd birth anniversary
Valley of Flowers
9:30AM to 6:00PM
40 Km. From SOU
Valley of Flowers at Statue of Unity is one of the major Attractions Near Statue of Unity located at Kevadia Colony in Gujarat. At present in the first phase, the Valley of Flowers is developed in 250 hectares of the area; in the later phase it is going to develop in 3000 hectares the total area of the
Jungle Safari
8:00AM to 5:00PM
3 Km. From SOU
The Jungle Safari is a state-of-the art zoological park with a unique collection of indigenous and exotic animals, birds from various biogeographic regions in the world. It will take you through an adventurous trip to watch wildlife while enjoying scenic beauty that is only found at highlands near Sardar Sarovar Dam & The tallest statue “The Statue Of Unity”. This zoo provides entertainment
Arogya Van
9:00AM to 5:00PM
2 Km. From SOU
The Arogya Van – Santhigiri Wellness Center (Herbal Garden) at the Statue of Unity is a place where you can find medicinal and health-related plants. This attraction near statue of unity exhibits a wide range and variety of herbs used in wellness care for humans as well as some landscapes that
Butterfly Garden
9:00AM to 5:00PM
12 Km. From SOU
The Butterfly Garden along the banks of Narmada river, has been developed in a way to create an environment that attracts butterflies, creating a habitat for them. This Butterfly Garden Near Statue of Unity is designed with many plants and flowers of various colors in order to provide food
Ekta Nursery
9:00AM to 6:00PM
6 Km. From SOU
The Ekta Nursery at the Statue of Unity is an educational center that offers demonstrations on how to care for plants. It also creates jobs and opportunities for locals while spreading awareness about eco-friendly practices through its one million plant
Pet Zone
8:00AM to 5:00PM
3 Km. From SOU
Touch, feel, photograph and enjoy the experience of cuddling your favorite animals. It houses different exotic species of animals including Macaw, Rabbits, Guinea Pig, Miniature Pony, Turkey and Geese etc. The petting zone has been provided with exquisite landscaping which increases the visitors’ experience.
Dino Trail
9:00AM to 5:00PM
3 Km. From SOU
Recent excavations in the Narmada valley, have revealed that Rajasaurus Narmadensis, an endemic species of dinosaur, was existing in the Narmada valley during the Cretaceous period. The K-period spanned between the Jurassic period and the Paleogene Period.In the History – Rajasaurus Narmadensis is a species of carnivorous abelisaurid theropod dinosaur from the late Cretaceous of India. Not many of us are
Nilkanth Dham Temple
9:30 AM to 8:00 PM
40 Km. From SOU
Nilkanth Dham is one of the beautiful constructions established on the lands of Poicha. Poicha is a lovely Swaminarayan Temple that works over huge sections of land. It is dedicated to Lord Swamy Narayan. Nilkanth Dham is situated at the Narmada river. It is around 45 KM away from the Statue of Unity.
Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary
9:30 AM to 8:00 PM
110 KM from SOU
Established in 1982, the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary Near Statue of Unity is made up of a mixed forest of teak, riverine forest and deciduous dry jungles that are inhabited by leopards, sloth bears, pangolins, barking deer and a number of birds and reptiles. Head northeast from Surat’s city to the border of Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh, where the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over 608sq km. It was originally established for the protection of sloth bears.
Garudeshwar Temple
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
12KM From SOU
Garudeshwar is a sacred place to all devotees of Lord Dattatreya. It is the place where Paramahamsa Parivrajakacharya Sree Vasudevananda Saraswathy Swami Maharaj took his Samadhi. The Samadhi Mandir is on the banks of Narmada river. Garudeshwar is situated to the south of Tilakvada and to the east of Rajpipla.
Laxmi Vilas Palace
10:00 AM to 5:30 PM
88 KM from SOU
The Lakshmi Vilas Palace in Vadodara, Gujarat, India, was constructed by the Gaekwad family, a prominent Maratha family, who ruled the Baroda State. Major Charles Mant was credited to be the main architect of the palace. Lakshmi Vilas Palace was styled on the Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture, built by Maharaja Sayajirao Gaekwad III in 1890 at a cost of £180,000 (₹27,00,000).
Zarwani Eco-Tourism
7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
17 KM from SOU
Zarwani Waterfalls: Zarvani, situated amidst the Satpuda mountain range, is a popular spot among tourists and nature lovers from Gujarat. It flourishes to its full grandeur in monsoon when the waterfall attracts lots of tourists. Zarvani village is situated near the Narmada dam in Narmada District and is a part of the Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary which has been declared as an Eco-tourism site.
Khalvani Adventure Zone
7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
17 KM from SOU
Khalwani Eco-Tourism is located near the Dyke -4, along the bank of a perennial stream fed by the waters released from the Godbole Gate. The area is surrounded by hillocks bearing typical deciduous forests of this area. The chirping of birds, the flowing waters of Narmada, the undulating terrain and the various shades of green foliage makes this place ideal for camping and hiking. The proximity of Shoolpaneshwar Sanctuary will hold sway for wildlife enthusiasts.
Accommodations Near Statue of Unity
Statue of Unity Tent City
₹30,000/Night
₹6,500/Night
₹5,500/Night
Tent City Narmada
₹25,000/Night
₹12,000/Night
₹9,000/Night
The Fern Sardar Sarovar Resort
₹8,000/Night
₹6,000/Night
Ramada Encore By Wyndham
₹9,000/Night
₹9,000/Night
BRG Budget Stay Kevadiya
Hotel Unity Inn
₹5,200/Night
₹4,000/Night
The Grand Unity Hotel
₹3,300/Night
₹5,000/Night
₹4,000/Night
₹3,600/Night
Things To Carry When Visiting Statue of Unity
You will be asked to show your ticket at multiple points during your Visit to the Statue of Unity and nearby attractions. So it’s best to keep a Printout of Tickets handy, or at least a soft copy on your phone.
The Statue of Unity offers a beautiful location for photography and videography with amazing scenery and photo booths. So be sure to carry your professional camera and take back memories for a lifetime when you Visit the Statue of Unity!
When visiting the Statue of Unity you may leave your hotel room early and come back late at night. So to ensure your phone, camera, or other electronics have ample battery to keep working through the day, we advise carrying a fully charged power bank when you visit the Statue of Unity.
If you’re visiting the Statue of Unity in Summer, it’s expected to get quite hot during the day. Buses have an air conditioning facility. But it’s advisable to carry as much sun protection as possible, including electrolytes to protect against dehydration.
If you want to spend an entire day visiting the Statue of Unity and also it’s nearby attractions, We highly suggest you and everyone in your group wear your most comfortable pair of shoes. Also as the weather for most of the year at the Statue of Unity can be hot and humid, it’s always a good idea to carry an extra shirt or t-shirt to freshen up during the day if needed.
In the Premises of the Statue of Unity, you can not carry a filled water bottle. So you need to carry an empty water bottle. There is a free drinking water stall where you can fill up your bottle. Also they offer you a water bottle for 50-70 Rs.
Things Not To Carry When Visiting Statue of Unity
Outside food items are not allowed within the Statue of Unity monument complex. So if you’re carrying food, you’ll have to leave it in the car. There is however a Food Court Available Within the Statue of Unity complex offering a range of global and local fast food outlets.
Drone Camera is not allowed within the Statue of Unity monument complex and at the Nearby Attractions of the Statue of Unity.
Pet Animals are not allowed within the Statue of Unity monument complex and at the Nearby Attractions of the Statue of Unity.
There are ample places to purchase cold drinking water at MRP within the monument complex and nearby attractions. There are also ample places where you can refill cold drinking water for free. So there is no need to carry lots of water bottles with you from your hotel, other than what you may need on the car ride to the Statue of Unity.
Similar to bags and helmets, you may not be allowed to carry any kind of tobacco product, matches, or lighter within the Statue of Unity monument complex. You’ll have to leave them in your car, taxi, bike, or at the luggage counter.
Any type of Inflammable Objects is not allowed within the Statue of Unity monument complex and at the Nearby Attractions of the Statue of Unity.
Any type of Harmful Weaponry is not allowed within the Statue of Unity monument complex and at the Nearby Attractions of the Statue of Unity.
If you’re carrying a suitcase, a large bag, or helmet to the Statue of Unity, you’ll have to leave it in your car, taxi. Or you can deposit it at the luggage counter, located at the entrance of the Statue of Unity monument complex.
Safety & Security
In order to ensure a safe visit for all of our visitors, The following security measures have been implemented:
- Security Screening Process
- Visitors to the Statue of Unity must pass through primary and/or secondary security screening, similar to the Indian airport security procedures, prior to entry at the site. We recommend that visitors should factor in the time to go through the security procedures.
- Please note that there are no locker storage areas at the screening facility.
- Only cameras, handbags, and small personal items are permitted.
- All visitors should keep bags, packages, stroller’s etc. in lockers available at Shreshtha Bharat Bhavan or keep it in their vehicles
Prohibited Items:
All weapons, including firearms, knives (including pocket knives and penknives), mace (or pepper spray), any dangerous items, and any “dual-use” items that could compromise public safety and security are strictly prohibited in the Statue. Scissors, sharp instruments, and tools are prohibited. Do not carry any of these types of items into the security screening area. Items that are confiscated will not be returned. If you are unsure about an item, please do not carry it.
- Large packages, suitcases, carry-on luggage and other large parcels will not be permitted inside SoU and in lockers.
- First aid kit is available near Ticket Counter.
- Pets are not allowed inside the SoU Complex.
- Although the premise has adequate security we recommend visitors to undertake necessary precautions during the visit.
- Report any suspicious activity or behaviour you may see at the site.
- Alcohol and drugs are prohibited on the site.
Do's
- Be respectful of the local traditions and culture.
- Visitors can take assistance of Guides for a tour of the Statue of Unity.
- Take care of your belongings and always keep them with you.
- Carry things depending upon the weather like hat, sunglasses in summer and umbrella in winter.
Dont's
- Drone cameras are strictly prohibited at the Statue of Unity.
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Eatables from outside, liquor, umbrellas, tobacco & cigarettes, arms & ammunition of any kind, inflammable objects & substances, wires,
tripods, etc. are also prohibited. - Pan and Gutkha are not allowed inside SoU premises.
- Big bags and luggage are not permitted inside SoU.
Where To Book Statue of Unity Tour
One Day Tour To Statue of Unity From Ahmedabad
Statue of Unity Tent City 1 Night / 2 Day Package
Statue of Unity Tent City 2 Nights / 3 Day Package
Narmada Tent City 1 Night / 2 Day Package
