19 Top Tourist Places to Visit in Hubli

At a distance of 6 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, Unkal Lake is a stunning lake situated at the Unkal locality of Hubli. It is one of the must include places in Hubli Tour Packages.

Unkal Lake is a beautiful picnic spot and a major source of drinking water for the twin cities of Hubli & Dharwad. About 110 years old, the lake covers an area of nearly 200 acres. This site is renowned as the 'Karma Bhoomi' of Shri Siddappajja, who was born in 1859. He eloped from his home at the age of 14 to find a Guru and resided in Unkal Mailarlings Temple. Shri Siddappajja died in 1921 and since then a 'Jatre' is organized at this site.

This picturesque water body is surrounded by a lush garden that mesmerizes travelers coming here in search of peace and serenity. This is among the most popular places to visit in Hubli. Most people visit this lake during evening .....

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At a distance of 5 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, Chandramouleshwara Temple is an ancient temple situated at the Unkal locality of Hubli. Located near Unkal Lake, it is one of the ancient temples in the district, and among the must-include places in Hubli Tour Packages.

The Chandramouleshwar Temple in Unkal is estimated to be 900-year-old built in the 11th-12th century during the Badami Chalukyan era. The Chandramouleshwar temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple has marvelous sculptures that attract any art lover. Due to its archeological importance, the temple is preserved and maintained by the Archeological Survey of India.

It was built on the lines of Badami, Aihole, and Pattadakal temples. According to legend, the temple was built overnight by a group of anonymous artisans and sculptors. Since the temple was constructed in a night, and as the artisans couldn't finish the whole work in one night, the temple structure is incomplete. Unlike other temples, the .....

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At a distance of 9 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, Banashankari Temple is an ancient temple situated at Amargol near Hubli. It is one of the ancient temples in the district, and among the popular places to visit in Hubli. The temple is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India.

Banashankari Temple in Amargol dates back to the 13th Century and was built by the Chalukyas. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Banashankari, a form of Goddess Parvathi. According to mythology, goddess Parvathi came to the earth to rescue the people from Durgamasura, a powerful demon and destroyed the wicked demon. She was given the name Vana Shankari, meaning Goddess of the forest, and eventually came to be known as Banashankari.

The Banashankari Temple in Amargol is a fine architectural marvel of the Chalukyan era. The Banashankari temple in Amargol is a Dvikuta -a two shrine temple. One shrine is dedicated to the goddess Banashankari while the other shrine is dedicated .....

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At a distance of 2 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, the Indira Gandhi Glass House Garden is a municipality maintained landscaped garden situated at the heart of Hubli city in Karnataka. It is one of the must-visit places in Hubli for nature lovers and peace seekers

Named after the late Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi, the Indira Gandhi Glass House Garden is a beautiful garden with lovely sculptures and lush green lawns. A walk within the garden is refreshing as you will enjoy the rustic setting, the lush green lawns, and the vibrant flowers. The finest attractions of this place include the toy train and the musical fountain show which can be seen on weekends and government holidays.

Located at the center of the gardens is the Indira Glass House, a unique palace made of glass. This Glass House shares a striking similarity to one that is located in Lal Bagh at Bangalore. The glasshouse is known to be featured with a lot of shrubs, flowers, and plants that are well-known .....

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At a distance of 3 km from Chandramouleshwara Temple, and 5 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, Nrupatunga Hill is a small hillock situated at Unkal locality of Hubli. It is one of the popular places to visit in Hubli for nature lovers and peace seekers.

Nrupatunga Hill is a famous tourist place in Hubli and attracts numerous visitors on a huge scale. From the hilltop, one can get a bird's eye view of the cities of Hubli and Dharwad. Also, visitors can visit a Devi Temple and a dargah atop Nrupatunga Betta. Rejuvenate yourself by strolling at the top of the hill and enjoying the lush green surroundings.

This site is an ideal spot for people who want to spend time away from the hustle-bustle of the city area. Moreover, the atmosphere is filled with tranquility and offers a soothing effect on the visitors' minds. There is a small park for children developed by the Dharwad Development Authority. The park is equipped with rides like see-saws, merry-go-rounds, slides, swings, .....

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At a distance of 4 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, Siddharoodha Math is a sacred place located at Srinivasa Nagar locality of Hubli. It is one of the popular places of Pilgrimage in Hubli, and among the must-visit places as part of Hubli Tour.

Siddharoodha Math is an important religious institution that preaches Advaita philosophy. This math was established by the followers of Sri Siddharoodha Swami who took his Samadhi in 1929. Born in the year 1836, Swami Sidharoodha is known to have been a famous spiritual leader who preached Advaitha Philosophy in the 18th century. The math has seen notable visitors like Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Mahatma Gandhi.

The Siddharoodha Math is an excellent shrine that features a marble statue of Swami Sidharoodha. The environment of the math is extremely soothing and hence, the visitors are sure to get a positive feeling when they are here. This math is a center for spreading the teachings of Swami Siddharoodha that includes his .....

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At a distance of 4 km from Banashankari Temple at Amargol, and 12 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, ISKCON Krishna Balarama Temple is a sacred Hindu temple located at Rayapur locality of Hubli. Situated on Hubballi - Dharwad Road, it is one of the prominent ISKCON temples in Karnataka, and among the popular places to visit in Hubli.

ISKCON Sri Krishna Balarama Temple in Hubli is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It was built by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), based on the model of the ISKCON temple in Bangalore. Covering over an area of about 8 acres, the temple houses the deities of Sri Radha Krishna, Sri Krishna Balarama, Sri Gaura Nitai, and Sri Srinivasa Govinda.

The rituals in the temple begin with Mangala Arati at 4.30 AM and close at 8 PM with Sandhya Arati. The temple provides mid-day meals to 80,000 school children in the twin cities of Hubli and Dharwad. Krishna Janmashtami is an auspicious time when different poojas will be conducted .....

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At a distance of 7 km from Dharwad Railway Station, 9 km from ISKCON Sri Krishna Balarama Temple, and 20 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, Nuggikeri Hanuman Temple is a sacred Hindu temple located at Nuggikeri village in Hubli. It is one of the prominent temples in the Dharwad district, and among the must-visit places during your Hubli Trip.

Nuggikeri Hanuman Temple is an ancient temple in Dharwad and is dedicated to the monkey god Hanuman, also known as Sri Balabhima. Located on the banks of Nuggikeri Lake, Sri Hanuman at Nuggikeri had been in worship for hundreds of years, and is among the best pilgrimage places to visit in Hubli. According to folklore, Lord appeared in the dream of His devotee and instructed him to bring out the idol from the lake for worship. Accordingly, the devotee searched the lake and brought the idol out, and started worshipping. .....

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At a distance of 17 km from Hubli Junction Railway Station, Navagraha Teertha or Navagraha Tirtha is a Jain temple situated at Varur near Hubli, Karnataka. It is one of the major places of pilgrimage for the Jain community in India, and among the top places to visit in Hubli.

Adjacent to the Pune-Bangalore Road, the construction of Navagraha Teertha began in 2005 and was inaugurated in 2009 with mahamasthabhishekam. The work was supervised by Sri Gunadhar Nandi Maharaj, supported by Sri Dharmasena Bhattaraka Swamiji and hundreds of volunteers with donations from philanthropists. It has become an important place in Karnataka that draws huge crowds from all over the country.

Spread over 45 acres, the temple features a 61-foot tall monolithic idol of the Shri Parshvanatha in the Kayotsarga posture mounted on a 48 feet (15 m) pedestal making its total height 109 feet. The statue is the tallest statue of the Jain deity Parshvanatha in India and weighs 185 tons. The monolithic .....

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At a distance of 24 km from Hubli, Gayatri Tapovan is a spiritual institute and a temple located at Ramankop village near Hubli, Karnataka. It is one of the popular places of pilgrimage in Hubli, and among the must-visit places as part of the Hubli Tour.

Known for its spiritual and cultural events, Gayatri Tapovan was earlier known as 'Navakalyana' Matha and was established in 1965 by Sri Kumar Swamiji, a well-renowned preacher whose followers include people from different regions, and different communities. The disciples of Kumara Swamiji have continued to maintain the tradition after his death.

Within the premises, there is a Divine temple named the 'Gayatri Tapobhoomi'. It is a beautifully built temple with a more beautiful 'Gayatri Goddess' inside. It is said that the people who have strong will about their Sankalpa are blessed by the goddess Gayatri. The Gayatri Tapobhoomi is developed by the people with a determined soul and a lot of good deeds made by them in their .....

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At a distance of 64 km from Badami, 86 km from Hubli, 99 km from Belgaum, Sri Kalika Devi Temple is a Hindu temple located in the small village of Sirasangi in Belgaum district of Karnataka, India. It is one of the popular temples in Karnataka, and among the best place to visit as part of Hubli Packages.

The Kalika Devi Temple at Sirasangi is dedicated to Goddess Kali. As per the studies conducted by the department of archaeology, the temple of Shri Kalika Devi in Sirsangi might have been constructed during the first century. Sirasangi is mentioned as Rishishringapura, Pirishingi, or Hirishingi in two records from the same place dated 1148 of Jagadekamalla and another dated 1186 of Someshwara IV. It was a noted commercial center.

According to mythology, Kalika Devi Temple is the exact place where sage Vrushya Shrunga is involved in penance. However, demons like Narundasur, Bettasura, and Nalundasur disturbed his meditation. Then the goddesses Chikkumbasura (Chikkumbi) and .....

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At a distance of 24 km from Gadag, 44 km from Hubli, Amruteshwara Temple is an ancient temple situated at Annigeri in Karnataka. It is one of the popular heritage temples in Karnataka, and among the popular places to visit near Hubli.

Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the Amruteshwara Temple in Annigeri was built in the year 1050 CE by the Kalyani Chalukyas, and was the first temple made of soapstone. The temple is a fine example of Kalyani Chalukyan Architecture. Built-in the Dravidian style, the temple has a roof that is supported by 76 pillars. The walls of the temple are covered with carvings of mythological figures. The Amruteshwara Temple was to be the prototype for later, more articulated structures such as the Mahadeva Temple at Itagi.

Annigeri is the birthplace of the famous Kannada poet Adikavi Pampa. It served as the last capital of Kalyani Chalukyas for a short period as their main capital 'Kalyani' was seized by Kalachuri rulers. It was also part of the Hoysalas, and Yadavas, .....

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At a distance of 55 km from Dharwad, 73 km from Hubli, 89 km from Belgaum, 106 km from Karwar, 130 km from Panjim, 240 km from Shimoga, and 462 km from Bangalore, Dandeli is a picturesque town on the banks of the River Kali in Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. It is one of the top places to visit near Hubli, and among the must include places in Karnataka tour packages.

Dandeli is quite famous for its gorgeous natural backdrop, wildlife, and adventure activities. It has a dense forest cover and is one of the best natural habitats in the world. Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary is the second largest wildlife sanctuary in Karnataka. The sanctuary is crisscrossed by River Kaneri and River Nagajhari, tributaries of River Kali. The sanctuary is the natural habitat for several wildlife species such as tigers, leopards, black panthers, elephants, gaur, and languor. It can be .....

Distance (From Hubli): 76 Kms
Trip Duration (From Hubli - Including Travel): Full Day
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At a distance of 36 km from Bagalkot, 104 km from Hubli & 457 km from Bangalore, Badami, also called Vatapi, is a historical place situated in the Bagalkot district of Karnataka. It is one of the best Karnataka tourist places, and among the top places to visit near Hubli.

Badami was the capital of mighty Chalukyas from 540 to 757 AD who ruled Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, & Maharashtra between the 6th & 8th centuries. It is one of the popular places of heritage in Karnataka. Cave temples, fortresses, fine carvings, wonderful architecture, and breathtaking views are the must include places in Badami holiday packages.

Badami is located in a valley at the foot of a red sandstone rock formation that surrounds Agastya Lake. Overlooking the sandstone cave temples, Badami Fort and several temples are lined up on the shores of .....

Distance (From Hubli): 104 Kms
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At a distance of 13 km from Hospet, 64 km from Bellary, 104 km from Gadag, 160 km from Hubli, 340 km from Bangalore & 377 km from Hyderabad, Hampi is an ancient village situated on the banks of the Tungabhadra River in northern Karnataka. A renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the best heritage places to visit near Bangalore and among the must include places in your Karnataka tour packages.

The village of Hampi stands within the ruins of the city of Vijayanagara, the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations not to miss in your South India tour. Hampi, also known as Pampa-kshetra, Kishkindha-kshetra, or Bhaskara-kshetra, is derived from Pampa, which is the old name of the Tungabhadra River. Virupaksha Temple, Vittala Temple and Hampi Bazaar .....

Distance (From Hubli): 170 Kms
Trip Duration (From Hubli - Including Travel): Full Day
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Goa is India's smallest state by area and the fourth smallest by population. Located in West India in the region known as the Konkan, it is one of the most popular tourist destinations of India with beautiful beaches and historical sites. Goa is India's richest state with highest GDP per capita. The Indian epic Mahabharata refers to the Goa as Goparashtra or Govarashtra, which means ''a nation of Cowherds''.

Goa is a strip of land 110 km long and 60 km wide between the Sahyadri range of the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea on the west coast of India. Panaji is the state's capital while Vasco Da Gama is the largest city. The historic city of Margao still exhibits the cultural influence of the Portuguese. Goa has a long history of rulers dating back to the 3rd century BC. It was ruled by Emperor Ashoka followed by numerous rulers like Silharas, Kadamdas, Chalukyans, kings of Deccan, kings of Vijaynagar, .....

Distance (From Hubli): 177 Kms
Trip Duration (From Hubli - Including Travel): Full Day
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At a distance of 21 km from Ankola, 58 km from Karwar, 75 km from Murudeshwar, 163 km from Panjim, 165 km from Hubli, and 514 km from Bangalore, Gokarna is a small town in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. It is one of the top places to visit in Karnataka, and among the must-visit places as part of Goa packages.

Gokarna is considered one of the famous places of pilgrimage in Karnataka, and among the well-known places to visit near Hubli. Sri Mahabaleshwar Temple which houses the Atmalinga is the must include place in Gokarna tour packages. The Atmalinga was given to Ravana by Lord Shiva himself. Ravana was stopped here for his evening prayers while going back to Lanka. He had been instructed by Lord Shiva not to keep the Atmalinga on the ground, since it would be fixed .....

Distance (From Hubli): 147 Kms
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At a distance of 59 km from Gokarna, 70 km from Kumta, 108 km from Panjim, 114 km from Murudeshwar, 167 km from Hubli, and 517 km from Bangalore, Karwar is a town and the administrative headquarters of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka. It lies on the west coast of South India at the mouth of the Kali River near Goa - Karnataka Border. Karwar is one of the top beach destinations in Karnataka, and among the best places to places to visit near Hubli.

Karwar can be visited along with Goa trip. Karwar derived its name from the nearby village of Kadwad. Kade means last and wado means area. Before Indian independence, the name Karwar was spelt Carwar. This is an ancient city majorly used for the sea trade, visited by the Arabs, Dutch, Portuguese, French, and later the British. During the 18th century, this city was part of the Maratha Empire and became a British territory .....

Distance (From Hubli): 169 Kms
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At a distance of 84 km from Gokarna, 99 km from Shimoga, 100 km from Dandeli, 102 km from Hubli, 115 km from Karwar, 125 km from Murudeshwar, 196 km from Belgaum, 202 km from Panjim, 277 km from Mangalore, 376 km from Mysore, 395 km from Bangalore, and 588 km from Hyderabad, Sirsi is a small hill station located in the Uttara Kannada district of Karnataka. It is the main commercial center and a business hub in the Malnadu region, and among the must include places in Karnataka tour packages.

Situated at an altitude of 2000 feet, Sirsi is a tourist destination that is surrounded by thick forests and towering hills. It is one of the most popular places to visit near Hubli. Sirsi is a place full of surprises and one can visit numerous religious spots, waterfalls, and forests replete with rich flora and fauna as part of Sirsi holiday packages. In .....

Distance (From Hubli): 102 Kms
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