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Porbandar
Half a day is enough for Gandhi's birthplace and the seafront; stay one night only if you are breaking a Saurashtra road trip.
Porbandar is a small port city on Gujarat's Saurashtra coast, best known as the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi. The main sight is Kirti Mandir, the Gandhi family home turned museum. Most travellers stop for a few hours between Dwarka and Somnath or Junagadh. The city has a working fishing harbour, a couple of beaches and a planetarium, but no major attractions beyond the Gandhi connection.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (very hot), Jul–Sep (monsoon, rough sea)
- Airport
- PBD
- Nights
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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.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Porbandar100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Porbandar, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyPorbandar is safe for tourists, with petty crime rare.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire · 108 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckPBD Porbandar Airport (One daily flight from Mumbai (check schedule); airport is 5 km (3.1 mi) south of the centre.).PBD Porbandar Airport (One daily flight from Mumbai (check schedule); airport is 3.1 mi (5 km) south of the centre.).
- Getting aroundAuto-rickshaws are the main option; agree on the fare before you get in.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealChai at a stall₹10–20 (≈ under US$1)
- Museum or sight ticketKirti Mandir entry₹10 (≈ under US$1) (check)
- Budget bedDorm bed, a night, per person₹500 (≈ US$6)
- Mid-range bedDouble room (budget hotel), a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
- High-end bedDouble room (budget 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.
- Airports
- PBD Porbandar Airport (One daily flight from Mumbai (check schedule); airport is 5 km (3.1 mi) south of the centre.)PBD Porbandar Airport (One daily flight from Mumbai (check schedule); airport is 3.1 mi (5 km) south of the centre.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
Avoid
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
Jun
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)), coolest Jan (15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Porbandar: 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
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
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Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
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Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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May
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
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35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
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Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
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Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
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Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
1 rd
Dec
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
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 option; agree on the fare before you get in. A ride across town costs ₹50–100. Taxis are available for day trips. The city is walkable only around Kirti Mandir and the market.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 2–2.5 h
Bus or taxi, about 2 h
Dwarkadhish temple and Beyt Dwarka; combine with Porbandar on a single day if you start early.
Door to door: 1.5–2 h
Bus or taxi, about 1.5 h
Uparkot Fort, Girnar hill and Mahabat Maqbara; a full day trip.
Somnath
goDoor to door: 2.5–3 h
Bus or taxi, about 2.5 h
Somnath Temple and beach; best as a stop on the way to Diu.
Diu
cautionDoor to door: 3–3.5 h
Bus or taxi via Somnath, about 3 h
Portuguese fort and beaches; better as an overnight from Porbandar.
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 Kirti Mandir / MG Road
Closest to the main sight; a handful of budget and mid-range hotels.
Porbandar Beach area
Quieter, with a few newer hotels; 2–3 km (1.2–1.9 mi) from the centre.Quieter, with a few newer hotels; 1.2–1.9 mi (2–3 km) from the centre.
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
- 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
| Double room (budget hotel)1 × 1 night × ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₹3,500 | ₹7,000 |
| Auto-rickshaw, one ride across town1 × ₹80 | ₹80 |
| Taxi Porbandar → Dwarka (one way)1 × ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹1,110 |
| Trip total≈ ₹6,100 per person per day, bed included | ₹12,190≈ US$140 |
2026 estimate in rupees; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Chai at a stall | ₹10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Vegetarian thali | ₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Khajli (local snack) | ₹50–100 (≈ US$1–2) per pack |
| Auto-rickshaw, short ride | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Kirti Mandir entry | ₹10 (≈ under US$1) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Kirti Mandir closes for lunch (check current hours).
- Beaches are not swimming-friendly; strong currents and no lifeguards.
- ATMs are available but carry enough cash for small purchases.
- Touts may approach at the Gandhi sites; ignore politely.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire
- 101
- Ambulance
- 108
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આ સરનામે લઈ જાઓTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire101
- Ambulance108
Embassy
Most foreign embassies are in New Delhi; consulates in Mumbai. For emergencies, contact your country's embassy in Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Porbandar Airport → centre: auto ₹100–150 (≈ US$2), taxi ₹300–400 (≈ US$4–5)
- Porbandar → Dwarka by bus: about ₹100–150 (≈ US$2), 2 h (check)
- Porbandar → Junagadh by bus: about ₹80–120 (≈ US$1–2), 1.5 h (check)
Say or show
- નમસ્તે — Hello / Namaste (namaste)
- આભાર — Thank you (aabhaar)
- કેટલું? — How much? (ketlu?)
- કીર્તિ મંદિર ક્યાં છે? — Where is Kirti Mandir? (keerti mandir kyaan che?)
- મને… લઈ જાઓ — Please take me to… (mane… lai jaao)
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 Porbandar. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (very hot), Jul–Sep (monsoon, rough sea) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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