Spiritual Places in Puri
- Shri Jagannath Temple: The core spiritual destination of Puri, home to the holy trinity of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra.
- Gundicha Temple: Known as the garden house of Lord Jagannath, where the deities spend nine days during the annual Rath Yatra.
- Lokanath Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, where the Shiva Lingam remains submerged under a natural stream.
- Bedi Hanuman Temple: Also known as Daria Hanuman, a unique temple located close to the beach area protecting Puri from sea tides.
- Alarnath Temple (Brahmagiri): The highly revered alternative pilgrimage shrine located approximately 23 km from Puri, especially visited during the 15-day Anasara closed period.
Beaches & Nature in Puri
- Chandrabhaga Beach: Renowned for its scenic sunrise views and clean coastline, located just 3 km from the Sun Temple.
- Golden Beach: A tranquil, certified Blue Flag beach ideal for long walks and peaceful leisure time away from local crowd points.
- Swargadwar Beach: A bustling beach point close to the local markets, popular for evening snacks, shopping, and local culture.
- Chilika Lake (Satapada): Asia's largest brackish water lagoon, located ~50 km from Puri, famous for Irrawaddy dolphin boat cruises.
- Baliharachandi Beach & Temple: A quiet beach temple point located on the outskirts, offering beautiful river mouth views.
Nearby Tourist Places from Puri
- Konark Sun Temple: The 13th-century architectural marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can book a direct Puri to Konark sunrise taxi to explore this monument at dawn.
- Raghurajpur Heritage Crafts Village: A renowned village of artists located 10 km from Puri, famous for traditional Pattachitra paintings.
- Pipili Applique Town: A vibrant handicraft hub located on the national highway, selling colourful local applique work.
- Ramchandi Beach & Temple: Located along the Marine Drive road, famous for water sports and river-mouth vistas.
- Sakhigopal Temple: A famous historic temple dedicated to Lord Krishna, located 20 km from Puri.
How to Visit These Places
To explore all these spiritual, beach, and craft locations comfortably, hiring a private vehicle is the most practical choice. You can customize your route, set your own pickup times, and travel without local transport hassles.
Book a private 1-day car package to explore the best tourist places in Puri.
Book Puri Sightseeing Cab PackageFrequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to visit in Puri other than Jagannath Temple?
The top places to visit include the Konark Sun Temple, Golden Beach, Gundicha Temple, Lokanath Temple, and the Chilika Lake dolphin sanctuary at Satapada.
How many days are enough to visit Puri tourist places?
A 2 to 3 days itinerary is ideal to comfortably explore the major temples, beaches, Chilika Lake, and the Konark Sun Temple.
Which beach is best to visit in Puri?
The certified Golden Beach is the best for cleanliness and quiet relaxation, while Swargadwar Beach is great for local food stalls and evening activity.