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Weekend Getaway from Mumbai to Pune

Distance / Traveling Time

From Mumbai : 154 kilometers / 2 h ,27 m

Weather

Summer 20 to 42°C

 

Winter 8 to 32°C

 

Famous for

  • Palace
  • Forts
  • Museums
  • Temples

Best Time To Visit

  • Jan
  • Feb
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  • Oct
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  • Dec

Plan a weekend getaway from Mumbai to Pune to explore the rich history and admire the natural beauty. Pune has a glorious history that dates back to over 1600 years, which you can witness through various historical edifices and templeswhich still beckon travelers from far-off lands. 

In addition, there are various kinds of tourist attractions which you cover in your short trip from Mumbai to Pune. Some prominent tourist places include Pataleshwar rock-cut temple and the Nandi Mandapa. We at Indian Holiday offer customizable Pune to Mumbai tour packages. 

How to Reach Pune from Mumbai

By Train

Pune is an important railway station in the state of Maharashtra. Pune connects good railway networks with other prominent railway junctions in India.

By Air

Pune airport is located in the Lohagaon area, situated at a distance of 10 kilometers from the city. Pune is directly connected to various cities such as Delhi, Chennai, Mumbai, and Bangalore via regular flights.

By Road

The Mumbai-Pune Expressway connects Mumbai to Matheran. If you travel via car, the journey will take around 2 hours and 27 minutes. In addition, frequent bus services are available between Pune and Mumbai, both of which are 200 kilometers away from each other.

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Tourist Attractions in Pune

Aga Khan Palace

Famed for its connection with the Indian Independence Movement, Aga Khan Palace is a historically important place in Pune. Several Indian freedom fighters were kept under arrest in this palace. In this palace, Mahatma Gandhi, Kasturba Gandhi, and Mahadeobhai Desai were imprisoned during the Quit India Movement in 1942.

David Synagogue

David Synagogue, built by David Sassoon in 1861 in Byculla close to Pune, is a perfect specimen of Victorian architectural style. The synagogue is maintained by Sit Jacob Sassoon Charity Trust and offers everyday prayer services. There is a separate prayer hall for ladies with a gallery upstairs. Many foreign tourists visit this place to witness this architectural marvel.

National War Memorial

National War Memorial is a result of the Ernst efforts by the Express Citizen's Forum, an organization of Pune citizens. The war memorial was opened for public viewing in October 1988. People from all walks of life contributed munificently to this great cause. It is a patriotic site to pay homage to the great sacrifice of Indian Warfighters.

Pataleshwar Caves

A rock-cut temple dating back to the 8th century, Pataleshwar Cave Temple is a historical place located in the middle of Jangli Maharaj Road in Shivaji Nagar, Pune. The temple is made of a single hard stone, and the main deity is Pataleshwar. The temple holds massive pillars and exhibits magnificence akin to Elephanta Caves in Mumbai.

Raj Dinakar Kelkar Museum

Located on the famous Bajirao Road in the heart of Pune City, Raj Dinakar Kelkar Museum displays various artifacts showcasing the enormity and diversity of the country's culture and its people. The museum houses many items collected by DR. D.G. Kelkar, such as elephant shape foot scrubber, images of Lord Ganesha, and a brass scorpion with a secret lock system.

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