Agartala
Must-Visit Places in Agartala
Editor-curated must-visit attractions and landmarks in Agartala
Must VisitChaturdasha Devata Temple
An ancient temple in Old Agartala dedicated to 14 deities, the venue of the Kharchi Puja festival that draws hundreds of thousands of pilgrims every July.
Must VisitNeermahal Water Palace
The only water palace in eastern India, a stunning red and white Mughal-style palace built in 1930 on an island in Rudrasagar Lake, 53 km from Agartala.
Must VisitSepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary
A compact wildlife sanctuary 25 km from Agartala with over 150 bird species, a zoo, botanical garden, and boating on its central lake.
Must VisitTripura Sundari Temple
One of the 51 Shakti Peethas of Hinduism, an ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Tripura Sundari located 55 km from Agartala near Udaipur.
Must VisitUjjayanta Palace
The iconic royal palace of the Manikya dynasty built in 1901, now housing the Tripura State Museum with one of the finest collections in northeast India.
Must VisitUnakoti Rock Carvings
An ancient hillside site 178 km from Agartala covered in massive rock-cut carvings of Hindu deities dating to the 7th to 9th century, called the Lost Hill of Faces.
Heritage Park Agartala
The largest park in Agartala featuring miniature models of Tripura's major tourist sites, tribal huts, gardens, and cultural installations across 12 acres.
Jagannath Temple Agartala
A 19th-century octagonal temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath within the Ujjayanta Palace grounds, famous for its evening aarti and the annual Rath Yatra.
Best Time to Visit Agartala
Plan your trip around the right season
Why visit
Cool, pleasant weather for Ujjayanta Palace, Neermahal, and Unakoti day trips. Durga Puja and Diwali add festive colour in October.
Keep in mind
Peak season means higher hotel rates. Book ahead for December and January.
Why visit
Fewer tourists and budget-friendly stays. Rabindra Jayanti cultural events happen in May.
Keep in mind
Hot and humid with temperatures reaching 35°C. Not comfortable for long outdoor plans.
Why visit
City looks lush and green. Fewer crowds at major attractions.
Keep in mind
Heavy Northeast monsoon rain. Outdoor sightseeing gets disrupted and humidity is high.
How to Reach Agartala
Intercity connectivity and travel options
Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport (IXA) has flights from Kolkata, Delhi, and Guwahati. Agartala railway station is now on the broad gauge network via Lumding. NH8 connects to Bangladesh border at Akhaura.
Getting Around Agartala
Local transport and practical tips
Local transport
Autos and app cabs for city travel. City buses connect major areas. Taxis for Neermahal and Unakoti day trips.