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Veravalवेरावल
Spend a half‑day to see Somnath Temple and nearby shrines; add a night if you need rest or want guest‑house stay.
Veraval is the gateway to the Somnath Jyotirlinga complex on Gujarat's Saurashtra coast. The main attractions are within 5 km, reachable on foot or by short bus rides. A single day covers the temple, sound‑light show and nearby tirthas; overnight is optional for pilgrim guest‑houses.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid May–Sep (heat, monsoon)
- Airport
- DIU
- 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.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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- 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 Veraval112 ▾
- Police/All services112
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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 Veraval, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; stay respectful in temples, avoid drinking alcohol, and watch for heat in summer.
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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 numbers112 police/all services (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.
- AirportDIU Diu Airport (≈73 km (45 mi), taxi or bus to Veraval).DIU Diu Airport (≈45 mi (73 km), taxi or bus to Veraval).
- Getting aroundWalk to Somnath Temple (≈25 min) or take the Trust bus (₹20 (≈ under US$1) per seat, departs 10 AM & 3 PM, 2–3 h tour).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeTea/coffee at a stall₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi within town (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi within town (3.1 mi (5 km))₹200–₹300 (≈ US$3–4)
- Budget bedSomnath Trust guesthouse, a night, per person₹350 (≈ US$4)
- Mid-range bedFern Residency double, a night, per room₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
- High-end bedFern Residency double, a night, per room₹5,000 (≈ US$60)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹2,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₹4,500 (≈ US$55)
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
- DIU Diu Airport (≈73 km (45 mi), taxi or bus to Veraval)DIU Diu Airport (≈45 mi (73 km), taxi or bus to Veraval)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Feb
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Mar
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
not flagged
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Dec
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: May–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Veraval: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
2 rd
Feb
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 rd
Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
7 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
9 rd
Jul
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
11 rd
Sep
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
5 rd
Nov
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Dec
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
2 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
Walk to Somnath Temple (≈25 min) or take the Trust bus (₹20 per seat, departs 10 AM & 3 PM, 2–3 h tour). State‑run GSRTC buses connect Veraval and Somnath; trains at Veraval Junction.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Junagadh
goDoor to door: ≈2 h
Bus from Veraval, about 85 km (53 mi), 2 hBus from Veraval, about 53 mi (85 km), 2 h
Historic fort city, optional if time permits
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.
Somnath Trust Guesthouses
VIP, 18 guest houses and dormitory; ₹350–₹1,200 per night, first‑come, first‑served
Fern Residency
Near bypass, 25 min walk to temple, 10 min to Veraval station
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
- ₹1,200–₹2,500 (≈ US$14–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,500–₹4,500 (≈ US$30–55) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Somnath Trust guesthouse1 × 1 night × ₹350 | ₹350 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Somnath Trust bus tour1 × ₹20 · check | ₹20 |
| Sound & Light Show ticket1 × ₹20 · check | ₹20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹160 |
| Trip total≈ ₹1,750 per person per day, bed included | ₹1,750≈ US$20 |
2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Prasadam meal (vegetarian) | ₹150–₹300 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Tea/coffee at a stall | ₹30–₹60 (≈ under US$1) |
| Taxi within town (5 km) | ₹200–₹300 (≈ US$3–4) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Alcohol is prohibited in the temple area.
- Somnath train station closed (check reopening status).
- Peak summer heat; carry water and sun protection.
Emergency numbers
- Police/All services
- 112
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Veravalवेरावल
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My bed tonight
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આ સરનામું, કૃપા કરીનેTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police/All services112
Embassy
US consulate in Mumbai; nearest Indian embassy in New Delhi.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Veraval ↔ Somnath (bus): ₹20 (≈ under US$1) per seat, 2–3 h, departs 10 AM & 3 PM (check)
- Taxi Veraval → Somnath Temple: ≈₹200–₹300, 25 min
Say or show
- માફ કરશો — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf karsho)
- આભાર — Thank you (aabhar)
- કિતલો છે? — How much is it? (kitlo che?)
- મંદિર કયાં છે? — Where is the temple? (mandir kayam che?)
- મને ટેક્સી જોઈએ — I need a taxi (mane taxi joie)
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 Veraval. 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 May–Sep (heat, monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in a Trust guesthouse for pilgrim comfort.
- Hire a private car for faster access to distant shrines.
Sources
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