Kanpur

Also known as the Allen Forest Zoo, this 76.56-hectare zoo in Kanpur is the largest in all Northern India. Created in a natural forest, this zoo keeps its animals in open or moated enclosures, giving them enough space for expressing their innate biological and physical expressions.The attractions inside the zoo include a diversified botanical garden, a large lake, aviary featuring colorful avifauna, a night house, aquarium, life-size dinosaur sculptures, and a toy train. Among mammals, the zoo has leopard, hyena, black bear, grizzly bear, sloth, rhinoceros, hippopotamus, monkeys, langur, baboons, musk deer, zebra, and antelope. There are also a host of chimpanzees and orangutans here. Beside that, the reptiles at the zoo include the Indian Gharial and Comodo Dragon.Location: Hastings Ave, Azad Nagar, Nawabganj, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh 208002.Timings: The park remains closed on Monday. On other days of the week, from Tuesday to Sunday - from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm.Price: -For Indian adults- 30 INR | for children - 15 INR.-For foreign adults - 150 INR | for children - 75 INR.-On special holidays, Indian adults - 40 INR | children - 20 INR.-For foreigners - 150 INR for adults | for children - 75 INR.Best Time to Visit: October to March is a good time to visit the zoo. Visit in the morning from 8 am to 11 am to avoid the harsh noontime sun.

A temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, Ram Janki Mandir is one of the most revered places to visit in Kanpur dedicated to Ram, Sita,and Lord Hanuman. The temple got its name from the two prominent mythological figures of Ramayana, i.e Ram and Sita and has gained widespread popularity among the tourists for its impeccable architecture and religious significance.The interiors of this temple are adorned with elegant stone carvings which depict numerous scenes from Ramayana.  If you are hunting for places in Kanpur to learn some interesting facts about Indian mythology, this vintage temple is a must-visit spot for you. Location: Subji Mandi Road, Kanpur, UPTimings: 6 AM-8 PM

One of the most prominent tourist places in Kanpur to have developed over the past few years, Jungle Water Park has got everything to satiate your thirst for adventure. Settled right into the heart of Chiran Gaon, this beautiful park welcomes you with numerous pools and rides which can be enjoyed by both kids, as well as, adults.With a thick lush green cover on all of its sides, the park also forms an ideal spot for relaxation and picnic. Whether you want to set your adrenaline pumping at its elephant and wave slide or steal a leisurely hour to enjoy boating, one can have it all over here. The water park also comes with a musical park and rain dance where you can fleck your adventure with melody.   Location: Chiran Gaon, Bithoor Road, Kanpur, UPTimings: 10 AM-7:30 PMPrice: Mon-Sat: INR 260           Sunday: INR 300

Nana Rao Park located near the Phool Bagh area of Kanpur district is a daily haunt for fitness enthusiasts in the city and among the top tourist places in Kanpur. The place is frequented for morning and evening walks, swimming, badminton, and yoga. Built to commemorate the heroics of Nana Sahib in the Indian war of independence, the park also houses the statues of famous luminaries of the Indian freedom struggle, like-- Rani Lakshmi Bai, Lala Lajpat Rai, Tatya Tope, and the others.Location: This park is located in Pool Bagh Chauraha, Mall Road, Phool Bagh, Civil Lines, Kanpur. Uttar Pradesh- 208001.Timings: Every day| 5:00 am to 8:00 pm.Price: 20 INR per person.Best Time to Visit: Try to visit early morning when the sun is mellow for a refreshing walk amidst history.

A top vacation destination among places to visit in Kanpur, the Blue World Theme Park is packed with a number of entertainment choices. Adventure rides, spectacular shows, photogenic fountains and water pools, toy train rides, laser shows and other attractions within a vast 25 acres enclosure make the Blue World Theme Park a superbly enjoyable day-long getaway with friends and family.Location: The park is located on Mandhana-Bithoor Road, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh- 209217.Timings: Every day| Gazetted holidays included| 10:00 am to 8: 00 pm.Price: -People with height between 90 cm to 110 cm for Full Park tour-- 350 INR (weekdays), 400 INR (weekends) | For Dry Park and Fairy Land Water World visit- 250 INR (weekdays), 300 INR (weekends)-People with a height above 110 cm for Full Park visit-- 650 INR (weekdays) 750 INR (weekends),Dry Park along with Fairy Land Water World-- 500 INR (weekdays), 600 INR (weekends).Best Time to Visit: The best months to visit are from June to September, when the water remains mildly warm. It is ideal to visit from 12 pm to 7 pm complete the water activities during the day and watch the light and shade musical water shows after dark.

You haven’t explored Kanpur in entirety if you haven’t been to its teeming streets and local markets. One of such places to see in Kanpur is Sisamau Bazaar where you not only get to taste the vibe of this happening city, but also get to purchase clothes and utensils at a steal. Also, you are free to use bargaining skills to your favor while purchasing household goods  as it is a common practice over here.The market is settled on the crowded lanes of Nehru Nagar and depicts a true picture of Kanpur city. If you are someone who loves to  delve deep into the local scenes and practices of different regions, a visit to Sisamau Bazaar might bring you the much-needed joy.  Location: Sisamau Market, Nehru Nagar, Kanpur, UPTimings: 11 AM-9:30 PM

Constructed during the British colonial rule, Moti Jheel surrounded by the Moti Park is a cherished recreational spot among the places to visit in Kanpur. The banks of the ‘jheel‘ or the lake have been redesigned to serve as a reservoir as well as a scenic outing spot. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of urbanscapes, this quiet spot in nature is chosen for picnics and family get-togethers on weekends and holidays.Location: The scenic lake and the verdant park surrounding it is located in Harsh Nagar, Kanpur. Uttar Pradesh- 208001.Timings: Every day 5:00 am to 9:00 pm.Best Time to Visit: October to March, being the most pleasant time to be in Kanpur, are the months to take a tour of Moti Jheel. Arrive early in the morning, preferably between 5 to 7 to soak in the early morning blissfulness of the lake and its surrounding greenery.

J K Temple, more popularly known as the Radhakrishna Temple in Kanpur, is noted for its unique architecture, blending a number of ancient Indian and modern traits. Built in the year 1953 under the sponsorship of the Singhania family who owns J K Trust, this temple today is one of the top places to visit in Kanpur. Visit here to witness the beautiful Radhakrishna statue at the center of the temple and the sublime surroundings of lush green lawns and a small lake with lotus flowers.You must keep this temple on the top of your list of places to see in Kanpur especially in the month of August when the premises are beautifully decked up for the auspicious occasion of Janmashtami.Location: J K Temple is located on the first street in Sarvodaya Nagar, Kanpur. Uttar Pradesh- 208001.Timings: Every day. 5: 00 am i to 12:00 pm at noon|  4: 00 pm to 10:00 pm.Best Time to Visit: October to March is an opportune time to visit the mandir when the weather is cool and the surrounding garden comes abloom. It is also a feat to watch the Janmashtami celebrations at the temple conducted in the month of August each year.