5 Tips for Planning a 1-Day Trip to the Statue of Unity

The Statue of Unity, or Sardar Vallabhai Patel Statue, is a heritage site inaugurated in 2018 in the vibrant city of Gujrat near the Narmada River. It is the tallest standing monument in India, with a height of approximately 182 metres. The Statue of Unity was built to increase tourism to the nation. Its inauguration has aggrandised India to the next level. The statue is built so enormously and precisely that it becomes worthwhile to visit it at least once in a lifetime. The best part is that visiting the Statue of Unity takes a day. Let us understand in this blog the tips to plan a 1-day trip to the Statue of Unity.

Statue of Unity 1 Day Tour

Statue of Unity Tickets Price

Statue of Unity entry tickets are of 4 different types. These are.

• Basic Entry Ticket- This ticket costs 150 rupees for adults and 90 rupees for youngsters (3 to 15 years). It includes access to the Sardar Sarovar Dam, Museum and Valley of Flowers with included bus transportation.
  
• Viewing Gallery Ticket- This ticket costs 380 for adults and 230 rupees for children. You can enter the viewing gallery with this ticket, located at the chest level of the Statue of Unity, about 500 ft above.
  
• Express Entry Ticket- This ticket is for 1030 rupees for children and adults and offers no queue at the viewing gallery.
  
• Foreigner Express Ticket- This ticket is exclusive for foreigners and costs 1530 rupees for adults and 830 rupees for children.

How to Booking Ticket Online?

Although there are different sections for the booking process at the location, the booking process can get tedious as humongous crowds visit, especially during weekends. It is wise to consider the option of booking online.

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Entry Timings of Statue of Unity

Owing to the monument’s grandeur, it is expected to be crowded, especially at weekends. This is why it is wise to avoid weekends as your choice of visiting. As the monument is closed on Monday, you can visit anytime between Tuesday and Sunday. The timings for the same are 8 am to 6 pm.

Eatables

You are not allowed to carry eatables while visiting the Statue of Unity. You can have food and water bottles through the food counters and shops on the way to the monument.

Other Sites to Explore

Ticket to the Statue of Unity gives access to the monument, but you can also visit the Museum, Sound and Light show, Valley of Flowers, and Sardar Sarovar Dam.

Conclusion

Planning for a one-day trip can be tedious and confusing, but with the tips mentioned above, you can plan your trip well and enjoy the beauty of the heritage monument. It is a pride for our nation and is worth our time. Visit Statue of Unity for more information. Happy vacation!