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Major city · India

Valsadવલસાડ

Half a day is enough for Tithal Beach and the temples; use Valsad as a lunch stop or a quiet overnight on the way to Daman or Silvassa.

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Valsad is a small coastal city in South Gujarat known for its mango orchards, Tithal Beach and a handful of temples. Most travellers pass through on the Mumbai–Surat–Vadodara rail line. The city works as a short break from the highway or a base for exploring Dharampur and the nearby hill stations, but it does not have enough to fill a full day unless you are very slow.

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Weather
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Currency
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Best months
Oct–Mar (cool and dry)
avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, roads may be muddy)
Airports
STV · BOM
Nights
0–1

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Rules in force · 6
  • South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
  • South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
  • India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
  • India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
  • India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
  • India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Valsad, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • Metro or bus rideBus to Damancheck₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2)
  • Museum or sight ticketEntry to Tithal BeachFree
  • Budget bedDorm bed in a budget lodge, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
  • Mid-range bedDouble room in a mid-range hotel, a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
  • High-end bedDouble room in a mid-range hotel, a night, per room₹3,500 (≈ US$40)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹2,000 (≈ US$25) · Mid ₹3,500 (≈ US$40) · High ₹6,000 (≈ US$70)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Tithal BeachMango orchards (seasonal)Shri Swami Narayan temple carvingsParnera Hill fort
Airports
STV Surat International Airport (About 1.5 h by road; limited domestic flights) · BOM Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (Mumbai) (About 4 h by road or 2.5 h by train; international connections)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    30°C (86°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    34°C (93°F)

  4. Apr

    not flagged

    36°C (97°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    36°C (97°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    33°C (91°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    31°C (88°F)

Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →

Warmest Apr (36°C (97°F)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F) low), wettest Jul (18 rain days), driest Jan (0). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Valsad: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

30°C (86°F)

15°C (59°F)

0 rd

Feb

31°C (88°F)

16°C (61°F)

0 rd

Mar

34°C (93°F)

20°C (68°F)

1 rd

Apr

36°C (97°F)

24°C (75°F)

1 rd

May

36°C (97°F)

26°C (79°F)

2 rd

Jun

33°C (91°F)

26°C (79°F)

12 rd

Jul

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

18 rd

Aug

30°C (86°F)

24°C (75°F)

16 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

24°C (75°F)

11 rd

Oct

33°C (91°F)

22°C (72°F)

3 rd

Nov

33°C (91°F)

19°C (66°F)

1 rd

Dec

31°C (88°F)

16°C (61°F)

0 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Auto-rickshaws are the main local transport; negotiate the fare before boarding. Buses connect the station to Tithal Beach and Parnera. Walking is fine in the compact centre.

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time
Daman, Indiago

Door to door: About 1.5 h

Bus or taxi, about 1 h

Portuguese colonial town with beaches and a fort.

Silvassago

Door to door: About 2 h

Bus or taxi, about 1.5 h

Tribal museum and nature park in Dadra and Nagar Haveli.

Dharampur

go

Door to door: About 1.5 h

Bus or taxi, about 1 h

Hill station with a palace and a wildlife sanctuary.

Saputaraovernight

Door to door: About 3 h

Taxi, about 2.5 h

Hill station in the Western Ghats; best as a weekend trip.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Near Valsad railway station

Budget hotels and guesthouses; convenient for transit.

Tithal Beach area

A few resorts and lodges; quieter, closer to the beach.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₹1,500–2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
Mid
₹2,500–4,000 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
High
₹4,000 (≈ US$50)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Double room in a mid-range hotel1 × 1 night × ₹2,000₹2,000
Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹3,500₹7,000
Auto-rickshaw from station to Tithal Beach (one way)1 × ₹150 · check₹150
Bus from Valsad to Daman (one way)2 × ₹80 · check₹160
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₹930
Trip total≈ ₹5,120 per person per day, bed included₹10,240≈ US$120

2026 estimate in rupees; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.

Prices of common things

Vada pav at Raja Rani₹20–30 (≈ under US$1)
Thali meal at a local restaurant₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3)
Auto-rickshaw ride (station to beach)check₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3)
Bus to Damancheck₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2)
Entry to Tithal BeachFree

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Valsad is generally safe for tourists. Petty theft is rare but keep an eye on your belongings at the railway station and beach. The main risk is traffic on the highway through town.
  • Tithal Beach has strong currents: swim only in designated areas.
  • Mango season is May–June; orchards may be closed to visitors outside that window.
  • Auto-rickshaw drivers may quote inflated fares for tourists: agree on a price first.

Emergency numbers

Police
100
Fire
101
Ambulance
102
All emergencies
112

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Valsadવલસાડ

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My bed tonight

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મને આ સરનામે લઈ જાઓ, કૃપા કરીનેTake me to this address, please

Emergency

  • Police100
  • Fire101
  • Ambulance102
  • All emergencies112

Embassy

The US has a consulate in Mumbai; most other countries have embassies in New Delhi. For visa issues, check the India visa and entry requirements page.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Valsad station → Tithal Beach by auto: ₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3) (check)
  • Valsad → Daman by bus: ₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2) (check)
  • Valsad → Surat by train (general): ₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2) (check)

Say or show

  • કેટલું? — How much? (ketlu?)
  • દરિયા કયાં છે? — Where is the beach? (dariya kya chhe?)
  • એક વડા પાવ, કૃપા કરીને — One vada pav, please (ek vada pav, krupa karine)
  • આભાર — Thank you (aabhaar)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Valsad. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Oct–Mar (cool and dry) · avoid Jun–Sep (monsoon, roads may be muddy) · month by month →
  2. 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 4 day-trips, door to door
  6. 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Place pages with verified opening hours for Tithal Beach, Shri Swami Narayan temple and Parnera Hill.
  2. Eat pages with last-order times for Raja Rani Wada Pav and other local stalls.
  3. Golden and hostile arrival fixtures for Valsad railway station and bus stand.

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