Ahmedabad, the largest city of Gujarat, is a growing hotspot for everything– education, business, and of course FUN! While there are a dozen places you can explore in the city during the day like the Adalaj Stepwell, Swaminarayan Temple, and Sabarmati Riverfront, it’s not like the city goes quiet at night. Let’s explore Ahmedabad in the night and live it like one would in broad daylight.
Things To Do In Ahmedabad At Night
- Visit Manek Chowk
- Unwind At Busker’s Corner, Thaltej
- Take A Stroll At Kankaria Lake
- Dance Your Heart Out At Spirit O Sound
- Play At Unlocked
Visit Manek Chowk
Like the Khau Gallis of Mumbai and Sarafa in Indore, Ahmedabad too has its very own late-night food market that’s buzzing with people in the dark of hours. Manek Chowk, located in Old Ahmedabad, is a transformative locale that changes as the day passes. It’s a typical vegetable market in the morning. In the afternoons, Manek Chowk is a bullion market. And at night, it becomes a street foodie’s paradise.
Here, you can either settle on the chairs provided or stroll from stall to stall as you hog on the street delicacies of the city. Or, you can simply click photographs for Instagram with the historical buildings as a backdrop.
Unwind At Busker’s Corner, Thaltej
The name notwithstanding, Busker’s Corner is right at an access road beside NH 147, so you won’t ever miss it. It’s a small street-side cafe that serves food, beverages, and vibes. Although a cafe, it’s more famous for the secluded space in the surroundings. The space is a hub for fun jam sessions with your pals or listening to performances by the local bands.
If you want to relax without the noise, you can simply go for a walk as the area is safe and the empty roads at night make for perfect promenades.
Take A Stroll At Kankaria Lake
If you’re one of those who enjoy walking by the Marine Drive in Mumbai or the Promenade in Pondicherry, you know nothing remedies a bad day like a walk by the sea. Well, Ahmedabad doesn’t have a sea but it does have Kankaria Lake for you to unwind.
The lake is open on all days except Monday from 9.00 am to 10.00 pm. But if you’re a jogger, you get a special privilege to enter the premises from 4.00 am to 8.00 am. We know we recommended taking a stroll along the lake, but you can even hop on a toy train (after buying the tickets, that is!).
If you’re in Ahmedabad in the last week of December, visit the lake to attend Kankaria Carnival to see the laser shows and musical fountains.
Dance Your Heart Out At Spirit O Sound
You can’t get alcohol in Ahmedabad or anywhere in Gujarat (legally) except in GIFT City, but that doesn’t mean Ahmedabad has no nightlife. Spirit O Sound is your best place for it. Just head to Shree Balaji Agora Mall to reach the discotheque.
While the absence of alcohol in a club may put a damper on your experience, the delicious munchies and electrifying beats more than makeup for it.
Play At Unlocked
Eat. Drink. Play.
That’s the tagline of this cafe. Unlocked is a unique cafe that has one of India’s largest board games library so you don’t get bored while your food takes time to prepare. Open till 10.30 in the night, you can choose your way of passing time here.
You can either order some sandwiches and chat with your friends, go straight for the booze if it’s been a hard day at work, or hit the game room and let your inner child glee with all the board games. If you’re not a child at heart but like playing games, there’s even an escape room for you to escape to.
Summing Up
Eat, drink, jam, or play – Ahmedabad has spots for you to do all these or even do it all in a single place. One can, without denial, say that Ahmedabad has a happening nightlife and it’s a must-have experience.
FAQs
Does Ahmedabad Have A Nightlife?
Yes, and a very happening one! Ahmedabad’s nightlife can be explored via its food and club scene. There are also places where you can go to simply walk or enjoy the quiet atmosphere.
Is It Safe To Go To Ahmedabad At Night?
Ahmedabad is a safe place where you can venture out at night.
Does Ahmedabad Have Pubs?
Yes. Ahmedabad has a lot of pubs you can go to after work or on the weekends. Some of them are Sphere Lounge, Rewind the Disc, and Kavach.
Can Outsiders Drink Alcohol In Gujarat?
If you’re an outsider visiting Ahmedabad, you can buy and consume liquor from authorized outlets. However, you’ll need to procure a temporary permit first.
