Read these 9 important tips before booking Statue of Unity tickets online and maximise your visit to Sardar Patel's Statue of Unity.
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Entry for the Statue of Unity is open from 8 am to 6 pm every Tuesday to Sunday.
Statue of Unity is closed on Mondays.
Visitors typically spend around 1 to 3 hours at the Statue of Unity, not counting visits to other nearby attractions.
The Statue of Unity is most crowded on Sundays, a little less crowded on Saturdays, and least crowded Tuesdays to Fridays.
The Basic Entry Ticket is priced at âš150 for Adults and âš90 for Children between 3-15 years, which includes access to the Monument, Museum, Exhibition Areas, Projection Mapping show, Valley of Flowers, Sardar Sarovar Dam Viewpoints, and Bus Service. The Basic SOU Entry Ticket however does not include access to the Statue of Unity Viewing Gallery.
Located 500 feet above ground within the Statue, the Viewing Gallery offers a panoramic view of the Sardar Sarovar Dam, its 256 km long reservoir, with the beautiful Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges on both sides. Should you also like to visit the Viewing Gallery, youâll then need to purchase the Viewing Gallery Ticket priced at âš380 for Adults and âš230 for Children. The âViewing Gallery Ticketâ includes all the 'Basic Entry Ticket' benefits, as well as access to the Statue of Unity Viewing Gallery.
The Basic Entry Ticket is priced at âš150 for Adults and âš90 for Children between 3-15 years, which includes access to the Monument, Museum, Exhibition Areas, Projection Mapping show, Valley of Flowers, Sardar Sarovar Dam Viewpoints, and Bus Service. The Basic SOU Entry Ticket however does not include access to the Statue of Unity Viewing Gallery.
The Basic Entry Ticket is priced at âš150 for Adults and âš90 for Children between 3-15 years, which includes access to the Monument, Museum, Exhibition Areas, Projection Mapping show, Valley of Flowers, Sardar Sarovar Dam Viewpoints, and Bus Service. The Basic SOU Entry Ticket however does not include access to the Statue of Unity Viewing Gallery.
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While an average visitor spends around 1 to 3 hours at the Statue of Unity monument, museum, and viewing gallery.
There are so many other places to visit near Statue of Unity, that one day is not enough to fit them all in.
So one either needs 2-3 days to explore all nearby attractions at ease or plan in advance for the few places theyâd like to cover in 1 day.
If youâre looking for excitement, you may like the Helicopter Ride, Riverfront Cycling, Sardar Sarovar Dam Viewpoints, Valley of Flowers, Jungle Safari, Geodesic Aviary Domes, Panchmuli Lake, Zarwani Waterfall, and River Rafting at Khalwani.
If youâre visiting with young children you may like to explore the Boating Ride, Pets Zone, Sardar Patel Zoological Park, Jungle Safari, Geodesic Aviary Domes, Children Nutrition Park, Dino Trail Park, Unity Glow Garden, Cactus Garden, and Butterfly Garden.
If you're visiting with elders, you may like Boating Ride, Valley of Flowers, Geodesic Aviary Domes, Ekta Mall (purchase handloom and handicraft products from all the states of India), and Arogya Van (visit a wide range of medicinal plants and health-related gardens).
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Starting around 7 pm, the Statue of Unity comes alive with an emotionally charged sound and light show, showcasing the story of Sardar Patel and Indiaâs struggle for independence.
Colourful laser beams light up the Statue of Unity, which itself becomes the screen on which the story unfolds.
Also known as the Statue of Unity Laser Show - the Projection Mapping Show has been rated the #1 attraction by visitors to the Statue of Unity.
When purchasing your Statue of Unity ticket, you can choose to view the Projection Mapping show from the SoU Campus, closer to the Statue, Museum, the Food Court, and Boating Complex.
Or you can view it from the Helipad Ground, which is farther from the Statue, but closer to the parking area, as well as other nearby attractions including Pets Zone, Jungle Safari, and Unity Glow Garden.
Travelators & elevators are installed within the Statue of Unity monument vicinity.
Wheelchairs are available on request.
Hop-on AC busses are available to visit nearby attractions every 15-30 minutes.
Area within the monument has ample shading to protect from sun and rain.
The monument complex has clean washrooms.
A food court with multiple global and local fast food brand outlets is available.
There is ample availability of cold drinking water for both purchase and refill.
Free WiFi for all Statue of Unity ticket holders, offering 34 MB of free data.
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You will be asked to show your ticket at multiple points during your visit to the Statue of Unity and nearby attractions. So itâs best to keep a printout handy, or at least a soft copy on your phone.
The Statue of Unity offers a beautiful location for photography with amazing scenery and photo points. So be sure to carry your 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.
There are free cold drinking water refill points available at multiple locations across the Statue of Unity complex and nearby attractions. So by carrying an empty water bottle you can save money by not needing to purchase packaged drinking water, while at the same time making an eco-friendly choice.
If youâre visiting the Statue of Unity in summer, it's expected to get quite hot during the day. Also, air conditioning is only available on the hop-on busses and within the Statue of Unity monument museum and exhibition halls. So itâs advisable to carry as much sun protection as possible, including electrolytes to protect against dehydration.
While within the Statue of Unity monument complex there are travelators and escalators. If youâd also like to visit nearby attractions including Valley or Flowers, Sardar Sarovar Dam Viewpoints, Jungle Safari, and more - there may be a considerable amount of walking involved. So we highly suggest you and everyone in your group wear your most comfortable pair of shoes, and not wear uncomfortable or new shoes.
Also as the weather for most of the year at the Statue of Unity can be hot and humid, itâs always a good idea to carry an extra shirt or t-shirt to freshen up during the day if needed.
Outside food items are not allowed within the Statue of Unity monument complex. So if youâre carrying food, youâll 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.
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 for the car ride to the Statue of Unity.
If youâre carrying a suitcase, a large bag, or helmet to the Statue of Unity, youâll 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.
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. Youâll have to leave them in your car, taxi, bike, or at the luggage counter.
While there are escalators and travelators within the Statue of Unity monument complex, if youâd also like to visit the nearby attractions there may be a fair bit of walking involved. So be sure to wear your most comfortable pair of shoes when visiting the Statue of Unity.
If youâre traveling by car, itâs advisable to drop your passengers at the Statue of Unity gate, before heading back to park the car in the parking lot. We are not be allowed to take our car, taxi, or bike within the Statue of Unity complex.
There is a Government Car parking which costs âš100 and is somewhat distant from the Statue of Unity main gate. There is also private parking available closer to the monument costing âš150, but both involve some amount of walking. There are also busses available to go from the parking to the entrance, but that may involve a wait time.
The Statue of Unity is located 3.5 km from a small town known as Kevadiya in Gujarat, India. It is approximately 25 km from the nearest city Rajpipla, 90 km from Vadodara, 150 km from Surat, and 200 km from Ahmedabad.
The closest bus stop to the Statue of Unity is located in Kevadia, with local autos and busses available from there to the Statue of Unity.
The nearest railway station to the Statue of Unity is located in Kevadiya (KDCY), followed by Vadodara (BRC). The nearest airport to the Statue of Unity is located in Vadodara (BDQ).
One can also visit the Statue of Unity staying in Ahmedabad or Surat, both being ~3 hours drive from the Statue of Unity.
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There are four types of tickets available for the Statue of Unity, ranging from Rs. 150 to Rs. 1,500 for Adults.
While the Basic Entry Ticket offers access to the monument, museum, projection mapping show, valley of flowers, and more.
The Viewing Gallery ticket also includes access to the Statue of Unity viewing gallery, located inside the Statue of Unity at a height of 500 ft.
If youâre visiting on a more crowded day, you may want to consider the Express Entry Ticket, which offers all the Viewing Gallery Ticket benefits, with a lesser wait time for the elevators.
And if youâre an international tourist, youâll need the Foreigner Express Entry Ticker, which is only for guests from abroad and includes all the Express Entry ticket benefits.
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The Statue of Unity is built to pay homage to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who was instrumental in Indiaâs freedom struggle, as well as the integration of over 560 princely states into the Union of India.
The Statue of Unity monument complex has been rated 4.6/5 on Google Reviews, based on nearly 40,000 ratings.
With multiple activities nearby including Jungle Safari, Riverside Cycling, River Rafting, and more.
The Statue of Unity makes for an excellent destination for a short 1 to 3 day holiday with kids, elders, family, or friends.
Learn more about the life of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.
Yes, we can go inside the Statue of Unity.
Located on the ground floor, within the Statue of Unity is a museum, exhibition halls, open-air theaters, and more.
Also located 500 feet above the ground inside the Statue of Unity is the Viewing Gallery, offering a panoramic view of the Sardar Sarovar Dam, its 256 km long reservoir, with the beautiful Vindhya and Satpura mountain ranges on both sides.
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Yes, there are multiple hotels near the Statue of Unity, from luxury to budget accommodations, ranging from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 10,000 per night excluding taxes.
Itâs also possible to stay at a hotel in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, or Surat, and visit the Statue of Unity for a day trip.
But then one may not be able to cover all the things to do near the Statue of Unity.
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While visitors typically spend 1 to 3 hours at the Statue of Unity monument, itâs possible to spend 1 to 3 days covering all the things there are to do near the Statue of Unity.
Activities that take the least time include Helicopter Ride, Boating Ride, and Projection Mapping Show.
Activities that take moderate time include Valley of Flowers, Sardar Sarovar Dam Viewpoints, Geodesic Aviary Domes, Pet Zone, Unity Glow Garden, Dino Trail, and more.
Activities that take the most time include Jungle Safari, River Rafting, Riverfront Cycling, Zarwani Waterfalls, and Shoolpaneshwar Wildlife Sanctuary.
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