Hello, folks. Are you wondering what the best places to visit in Ranchi are? So here we are with the list of places to visit in Ranchi. Ranchi is the Capital city of Jharkhand, which is primarily famous for MSD ( Mahendra Singh Dhoni ). But besides MSD, Ranchi also offers many places where you can visit your family, friends & loved ones. Ranchi has pleasant weather for the whole year, which allows you to see beautiful locations throughout the year. Ranchi has got Dams, falls, temples, and scenic viewpoints. So lets see the list of Places to visit in Ranchi.
Places to visit in Ranchi
20. Jagannath Temple
Jagannath Temple is one of India’s oldest temples, built by Raja Barkagarh Thankur in 1691. Jagannath Temple is located about 12km far from the central city in Dhurwa. It is similar to the Jagannath Temple in Puri, and the deity Lord Jagannath is worshipped. Like Rath Yatra in Puri, Rath Yatra in Ranchi is organized where thousands of devotees come to the yatra.
- Best Timings- 5 AM- 12 PM, 3 PM- 6 PM
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Jagannath Mandir, Jagannathpur Chowk, Sector 1 Dhurwa
19. Rock Garden
Rock Garden is a fantastic place in Ranchi; it is situated in Kanke 5KM, far from the central city. As the name resembles, Rock Garden is full of Rock sculptures and fantastic art. The Rock garden is an excellent place for family, friends & couples to hang out & chill. Sunset from the top of Rock Garden is very soothing, and it gives you immense pleasure. Rock Garden also has a restaurant and place for an event or any gathering to organize a birthday party or celebrate any occasion at Rock Garden.
- Best Timings- 8 am- 8 am
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Ranchi Patratu Ramgarh Rd, Rock Garden, Gandhi Nagar
18. Pahari Mandir
Pahari Mandir is one of Ranchi’s prestigious temples visited most by devotes throughout the year. But on savan month & Mondays, the temple gets filled with devotees of Lord Shiva. Before India got its independence, Britishers used to hang freedom fighters here. And after India’s Independence, the national flag is hoisted every year. Pahari Mandir gives you a complete view of Ranchi and is located at 310 feet above the ground.
- Best Timings- 8 am- 8 am
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Shiv Shanti path Pahari Mandir, Ratu Road
- Official Website- paharimandirranchi.com
17. Nakshatra Van
Nakshatra Van is a beautiful park created in Ranchi’s capital city by the Jharkhand Forest Department in Governor’s Residence. Nakshatra Van is the best picnic spot and the best place to spend time with family. It has an excellent variety of Flowers and plants.
- Best Timings- Tuesday to Sunday: 9.30 am to 6.30 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Nakshatra Van, Front Of Jharkhand Raj Bhawan, Ranchi
16. Jonha Falls
Jonha Fall is famous amongst all the falls in Ranchi. Waterfalls from 141 feet and is located about 40KM far from main Ranchi. Jonha fall is also the right picnic spot on Sundays.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Ranchi Plateau Raru River, Ranchi India
15. Hundru Falls
Hundru Falls is the 34th highest waterfall in India and Ranchi’s highest waterfall, which is about 322 feet above the ground level. And is located around 39KM far from the central city. You cannot step down during the rainy season, but in the summer season, you can have a great picnic spot.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Faul, Hundru, Jharkhand 835101
14. Panch Gagh Falls
Panch Gagh Falls is located around 45KM far from the city. The name panch (five) gagh states the water is falling from 5 directions.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Bamhari, Jharkhand 835216
13. Ranchi Lake
Ranchi Lake is located in the central city. It was constructed in the British era, and the lake supplies water to many houses in that area. Ranchi Lake also has boating facilities. You can have a great time in the evening with your family.
- Best Timings- 7:00 am TO 9:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Upper Bazar, Ranchi, Jharkhand 834001
12. Kanke Dam
Kanke Dam is just beside Rock garden. If you are planning to visit Rock Garden, then you must visit the Kanke dam too. You can also go boating, and you can experience sunset again,
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 7:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Kanke Dam, Kanke Dam Road, Gandhi Nagar, Ranchi
11. Tagore Hill
Tagore Hill or Morabadi Hill, I call it Hill of Beauty. Tagore Hill has a great history; Rabindranath Tagore’s elder brother settled here in 1912 after his wife’s death. Then after the hill is named after Rabindranath’s elder brother Jyotirindranath Tagore.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Tagore Hill, Morabadi Road, Van Vrindavan Colony, Morabadi
10. State Museum Hotwar
State Museum in hotwar is a great museum. You can take your kids there to show them tribal culture and teach them more about ancient history.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Hotwar Khelgaon Mega Sports Complex, Ranchi
9. Dassam Falls
Dassam Falls is Ranchi’s most famous fall, which is visited by almost every tourist. Waterfalls from 10 direction which make dassam fall unique.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Ranchi District, Tarub, Jharkhand 835204
8. Patratu Valley
Patratu valley is the best place you can visit in the whole of Ranchi. The valley’s view in the morning is just eye-catching. However, it is not that stunning during sunset. When you go down from the valley, you can also visit the Patratu dam and do fun activities with your family and friends.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Kanke Patratu Road, Ramgarh District, Ranchi
7. Birsa Zoological Park
Birsa Munda Zoo is located in Ormanjhi, where you can find almost every animal. The zoo is situated on 30 Acres, and it will you around 5-6 hours to see the whole zoo.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- 30
- Location- Main Road, NH33, Ormanjhi, Jharkhand
6. Dhurwa Dam
Dhurwa Dam is a beautiful dam located around 14km far from the main town. It is near to Jagannath temple. You can visit both places. The dam is situated in a large area.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 8:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- dt, 620, Dhurwa Dam Side Rd, Ranchi
5. Sun Temple
Sun temple or Surya temple great place for devotes. The temple is dedicated to Lord Surya. And people mostly go on Sundays.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Ancillary Industrial Area, Pithiyatil, Ranchi
4. Deori Mandir
Deori Mandir is located 60km far from the central city. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Durga.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- NH 33, Ranchi
- Official Website- maadewrimandir
3. Sita Falls
Sita falls around 40km far from the central city. The waterfall’s name is kept site because of the immense beauty of the fall, like goddess Sita. The waterfall is huge.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Sita Falls Road, Guridih
2. Rajrappa Mandir
Rajrappa mandir is located 70km far from Ranchi. Rajrappa mandir also has a huge waterfall.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 5:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Rajrappa, Jharkhand 829110
1. Nucleus Mall
Nucleus mall is one of the biggest and best malls in Jharkhand. It is located in the main Ranchi. Nucleus mall has five floors and a PVR cinema too. You can find many brand stores like Apple, Mahi 7, and much more.
- Best Timings- 9:00 am TO 2:00 pm
- Entry Fees- NIL
- Location- Circular Rd, Lalpur, Ranchi
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