10 Best Places to Visit Through Puri Tour Packages

With the ideal Puri tour package, one can be sure to visit all the major tourist attractions in Puri, ranging from the sacred Hindu temples to the golden beaches. One of the most popular places to visit in Puri is the Jagannath temple, part of the most sacred pilgrimage places of Hindus. Jagannath temple was constructed in the 11th century and serves as the starting point of the world-famous Rath Yatra in July. One can listen to the interesting stories by the priest, conduct special worships, enjoy the temple food, and touch the deities in the main temple for a fee. Some other popular places include the Golden Beach of Puri covered in golden sand, the Shankaracharya Govardhan Peeth, Sri Lokanath Temple, Gundicha Temple, Panchatheertha and Chakratirth Temple and many others. With our tour package for Puri, here is a chance to visit Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary- a natural haven for avians, which will leave every visitor spellbound.

1. Shree Jagannath Puri Temple

What’s Special: Architecture

Nearby Attractions: Catholic Church, Baliharachandi, Swami Prabhananda Museum, Laxmi Cinema

Timings: 5:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Distance from city: 0 km

The Shree Jagannath Puri temple is one of the most popular places in Puri and visited by many travelers around the world. The temple was constructed by King Ananta Varman Chodaganga Deva and the temple enshrines Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra. The temple is an imposing structure in the center of the city and grabs the attention of most of the travelers passing by. The temple is surrounded by two walls and within the 58-metre high sikhara, which is topped with a flag and wheel of Vishnu. The Rath Yatra is a popular occasion that starts from this temple and is attended by pilgrims all over the world.

2. Chilika Lake

What’s Special: Migratory birds

Nearby Attractions: Kalijai Temple, Nalabana Islands, Satapada, Rambha Bay

Timings: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Distance from city: 37 km

This internal saltwater lake is one of the largest lakes in Asia. This is the perfect spot for bird watchers and nature lovers as they can spot different species of birds that fly to this area every year. The lake is pear-shaped and is dotted with a few islands with fisheries and salt pans around its shore. Housing the most accommodating ecosystem in the world, the lake is the perfect assortment of flora, fauna, and you can also spot sea eagles, flamingos, sandpipers and golden plovers. If you wish to spend some relaxing time on the beach, you can soak in the beautiful views of sunset and sunrise. You can also spend a night under the stars by accommodating a lodge near the lake.

3. Swargadwar Beach

What’s Special: Sunrise and sunset views

Nearby Attractions: Konark Beach, Puri Beach, Puri Light House, Jagannath Temple

Timings: 12:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Distance from city: 3.3 km

The Swargadwar Beach runs along the main Marine Drive of Puri and is located right in front of the Swargadwar Crematorium. The major hub for tourists in the city, the beach is crowded with visitors throughout the year. Numerous stalls selling handmade products like jewelry, and seashells are lined on the shores of the beach. You can spend the afternoons soaking up the warmth of the sun and in the evening take leisurely walks and enjoy the cool breeze. You can also enjoy some local snacks while enjoying the beautiful views of sunrise and sunset.

4. Astaranga Beach

What’s Special: Natural beauty

Nearby Attractions: Konark Sun Temple, Balighai, Asi Museum, Chandrabhaga Beach

Timings: Throughout the day

Distance from city: 67 km

Located in the state of Odisha, this magnificent beach is popular for its picturesque views during sunsets. You can witness beautiful hues in the sky during this time which gives a magical vibe to the whole place. Every morning, a market is set on the beach from where you can buy different species of fishes from here. If you are planning to escape from the hustle-bustle of the city, then this is the perfect place for you to soothe your senses in calm and peaceful surroundings.

5. Golden Beach

What’s Special: Cleanliness, views

Nearby Attractions: VGP Universal Kingdom, The Sspa House, Aradhana Theatre, Marundeeswarar Temple, VGP Snow Kingdom

Timings: 11:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Distance from city: 2.6 km

One of the cleanest beaches in Puri, the VGP Golden beach is one of the sought after destinations in Chennai. The place is a perfect spot for family and friends to enjoy a fun-filled time together. Enjoy a peaceful time at this beautiful beach and relax your senses, and rejuvenate yourself on this vacation. The surging waves of the beach and the swaying wind are like music to ears adding to the charm and beauty of this place. This beach has an amusement park attached to it which adds to its uniqueness. You can also indulge in a variety of water activities on the beach and make the most of your vacation.

6. Markandeswara Temple

What’s Special: Religious site

Nearby Attractions: Jagannath Temple, Puri Beach, Marundeeswarar Temple, VGP Snow Kingdom

Timings: 6:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Distance from city: 0 km

Markandeswara temple dates back to the 12th century and beholds mysticism in its ambiance. The entrance of the temple features an enormous figure of Nataraja. It is believed that the sage Markandeya resided here and meditated on Shiva for decades. Home to Markandeya tank, one can take dips at the bathing ghats located at the southern end of the temple and perform rituals such as Pinda Dana, Mundan Kriya etc.

7. Sudarshan Crafts Museum

What’s Special: Collections and artefacts

Nearby Attractions: VGP Universal Kingdom, The Sspa House, Aradhana Theatre, Marundeeswarar Temple, VGP Snow Kingdom

Timings: 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Distance from city: 1.2 KM

The Sudarshan Crafts Museum exhibits the evolution of art in the region and was set up by Sri Sudarshan Sahoo to enliven the hard work of local artists. You can witness the changes that redefined the local art, spectacular architectures, and traditional sculptures over decades.

8. Sakshi Gopal Temple

What’s Special: Religious site

Nearby Attractions: Shree Jagannath Temple, Golden Beach, Shree Gundicha Temple

Timings: 6:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Distance from city: 0 km

Sakshi Gopal Temple is a popular temple in Puri and welcomes visitors throughout the year. The temple serves to be the gateway for pilgrims arriving by rail and road. There are numerous tales about the temple that locals narrate and it is believed that the lord came to bear witness to a village wedding.

9. Raghurajpur Village

What’s Special: Cleanliness, views

Nearby Attractions: Puri, Chilika

Timings: Throughout the day

Distance from city: 0 km

Raghurajpur Village is an exquisite hamlet around Puri and the region is known for Pattachitra paintings. You can also check out palm leaf engravings, papier mache, wood and stone carvings, and Gotipua folk dance, the predecessor of classical Odissi dance style. The village is also the only place where the traditional decoration for Lord Jagannath's throne, called Patas, is made. The art-enriched village owes its culture to an era as early as 5 BCE.

10. Lakshmi Temple

What’s Special: Religious site

Nearby Attractions: Jagannath Temple, Golden Beach, Shree Gundicha Temple

Timings: 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM

Distance from city: 0 km

Lakshmi Temple is located near Jagannath Temple and its massive structure was constructed over the bygone era. The temple has numerous religious tales that are sung by locals. According to folks, after the marriage of Shiva and Parvati, the newly wed couple was invited to this temple by Goddess Lakshmi. The temple is amongst the prominent religious sites in Puri. Whatever your Puri tour package cost is, the temple is part of almost all the itineraries.

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Best Time To Visit Puri

From adults to kids, Puri tour packages attract holiday seekers throughout the year for various reasons. However, the best time to visit Puri is from November to February. Because of its pleasant weather and cold winds from the northeast, tourists find winter to be the best for visiting tourist attractions in Puri.

Summer (March to May)

Summers are typically hot and humid and those who love tanned skin can head to Puri during this time and soak up the warmth of the sun. During this time, the temperature ranges between 19°C to 45°C and due to the hot season you can only visit a few places for sightseeing. However, if you plan a Puri trip during summers make sure to carry ample amount of sunscreen, hats and comfortable cotton clothes.

Monsoon (June to September)

Experiencing heavy rainfall and frequent thunderstorm during the monsoons, the temperature during these months ranges between 27 to 31-degree celsius. Monsoon season in Puri brings heavy rainfall by the end of September and high water levels at the beaches.The popular Rath Yatra takes place at this time in Puri and therefore the place is crowded with a lot of tourists. Therefore, if you happen to enjoy a first-hand experience of this majestic event, this is the perfect time for you to plan a trip to Puri.

Winter (October to February)

The best time to visit Puri for a vacation is during the winter months. The city experiences pleasant weather during this time and the temperature fluctuates between 16 to 28-degree celsius. With an ethereal aura, the city at this time is blooming and offers the best to the travelers. Some of the best attractions to visit during this time are Puri Beach, Swargadwar Beach, Baliharachandi Beach, Baleshwar Beach, and Balighai Beach.

How To Reach?

By Air

The nearest airport in Puri is Biju Patnail Airport which is approximately 60 km away from Puri and located in Bhubaneswar. Airways is the most convenient and hassle-free way to travel to Puri. The airport provides domestic services and you can find major Indian airlines here and regular flights from New Delhi, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Mumbai are operated.

By Rail

The last spot on the East Coast Railway. Puri has has direct express and other super fast trains which is well linked with major cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Okha, Ahmedabad, Tirupati and many more. Some of the famous trains offer direct services to the city which includes Kolkata (Howrah) Puri Howrah Express, Jagannath Express; New Delhi Purushottam Express.

By Road

Another convenient way to reach is by road. The nearest bus stand is located close to the Gundicha Temple which provides direct connections to Bhubaneswar and Cuttack and one can reach the place in just 10 to 15 minutes. You can also drive your way to Puri if that is convenient for you.

One can also take small trips to visit various famous places around Puri by checking out the Puri tour packages cost and get to see places including Raghurajpur - the artisans village, Sakhigopal Temple, the craft village of Pipli, Konark Temple - world heritage monument, and Satapada (seven islands), a dolphin sanctuary on Chilika Lake. So, without much ado, book from our list of holiday packages for Puri, and take your soul on a sacred ride for a blissful experience.