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A leafy riverside retreat on the Sabarmati — Sarita Udyan, Gandhinagar's popular garden park of lawns, trees, a children's area and a small zoo by the river.
A garden by the river
On the bank of the Sabarmati in Gandhinagar lies Sarita Udyan, one of the capital’s most popular green retreats. A spacious riverside garden of broad lawns, mature trees, flowering beds and shaded walkways, it is a favourite spot for families, morning walkers and picnickers, with a children’s play area and, nearby, a small deer park and zoo.
True to Gandhinagar’s identity as a green capital, Sarita Udyan offers a relaxed, leafy escape where the city slows down by the water — pleasant in the cool of the morning and the gentle light of evening.
While modest compared with the capital’s grand monuments, it is a much-loved everyday green space and a fine place to unwind between sightseeing, especially for families with children. (The image shown here is an illustrated emblem.)
Illustration — a riverside garden.
From a riverside experiment to the road to freedom
Illustration — lawns by the Sabarmati.
Gandhinagar is laid out with abundant greenery.
Sarita Udyan is created on the Sabarmati bank.
It becomes a popular green retreat.
A leafy everyday escape by the river.
Reasons to make the time
Riverside garden
Lawns and shade trees.
Deer park
A small zoo nearby.
Children's area
A family play space.
Walks & picnics
A relaxed retreat.
Morning & dusk
The loveliest light.
Green capital
True to the city's spirit.
What to look for inside
Lawns & trees
By the Sabarmati.
Deer & play area
For families.
Riverside lawns
Broad lawns and mature shade trees by the water.
Children's play area
A dedicated play space for younger visitors.
Small deer park
A modest zoo and deer park close to the garden.
Sabarmati bank
A calm, green setting along the riverside.
How to spend an hour or two
Stroll the lawns
Shaded riverside walks.
Visit the deer park
The small zoo nearby.
Bring the kids
The children's area.
Picnic by the river
A relaxed outing.
Come at dusk
For the gentle light.
Pair with the city
Capital sights nearby.
Illustration — the riverside park.
Lawns, trees and river
Sarita Udyan is a spacious riverside garden: broad lawns, mature shade trees, flowering beds and walkways along the Sabarmati, with a children’s play area and a small adjacent deer park and zoo.
Its appeal is recreational and green — a relaxed family retreat that embodies Gandhinagar’s identity as a garden capital, best enjoyed in the cool of morning or the soft light of evening. (Shown here as an illustrated emblem.)
Riverside lawns & trees
Children’s play area
Small deer park / zoo
Sabarmati-bank setting
When to go
Cool and pleasant — the best season in the capital.
Lush and green; the parks thrive.
Hot — visit gardens early or late.
⏰ Come in the morning or evening with family; it's a relaxed green break between the capital's monuments.
Timings & entry
- Open daytime hours
- Mornings and evenings are best
- Carry water; mind children near water
- Allow 1–2 hours
- Entry free or a nominal fee
- Deer park/zoo may charge separately
- Don't litter or disturb animals
- A relaxed family outing
Getting there
By Air
Ahmedabad airport (~25 km).
By Rail
Gandhinagar Capital station.
By Road
On the Sabarmati at Gandhinagar.
At the garden
GREEN & CALM
A riverside family park
What to shoot
Lawns and shade trees.
Wildlife
The deer park.
Best light
Morning and dusk.
Setting
The Sabarmati bank.
Know before you go
More to see close by
Where to eat around the ashram
Gujarati Thali
Sweet-savoury full meals.
Dhokla & fafda
Steamed and fried snacks.
Chaat & more
Lively city street food.
Pure-veg city
Classic Gujarati veg fare; Ahmedabad nearby.
Sarita Udyan FAQ
What is Sarita Udyan?
A popular riverside garden park on the Sabarmati in Gandhinagar.
What's there for families?
Lawns, a children's play area and a small deer park/zoo nearby.
Is there an entry fee?
Free or a nominal fee; the zoo may charge separately.
When should I visit?
Mornings or evenings, in the cooler months.
Where is it?
On the Sabarmati bank at Gandhinagar.
Is it good for kids?
Yes — a favourite family green space.
How long does it take?
One to two hours.
What's nearby?
Indroda Park, Akshardham and the capital sights.
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