- Best time
- Oct–Mar
- How long
- 1–2 days
- Stay a night
- ₹1,000–6,000
- Food a day
- ₹350–1,600
- Nearest railhead
- 0 km away
- Nearest airport
- 70 km away
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Plan this tripAbout Patiala
The princely capital that gave us the Patiala peg, salwar and juttis — Qila Mubarak in the old city, the Sheesh Mahal, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib and the bazaars of Adalat Bazaar.
Things to do in Patiala
Qila Mubarak
The old fort-palace at the heart of the walled city.
Sheesh Mahal
Mirrored palace with a medal gallery and suspension bridge.
Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib
Gurdwara of the ninth Guru with a healing sarovar.
Kali Devi Temple
A large temple built by Maharaja Bhupinder Singh.
Adalat Bazaar & Tripuri
Phulkari, parandas and Patiala juttis.
Baradari Gardens
Colonial garden with a palace pavilion.
Where to stay in Patiala
Leela Bhawan & Mall Road
Hotels near the restaurants and markets.
Near the bus stand
Budget rooms.
What to eat
Patiala lassi
Tall glasses of malai lassi.
Punjabi thali
Sarson ka saag and makki roti in winter.
Good to know
- Qila Mubarak is under restoration — check which wings are open.
- Easy day trip from Chandigarh (70 km).
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