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Best Weekend Getaways from Bhopal: Pachmarhi, Sanchi & More

The best weekend getaways from Bhopal include a hill station, ancient heritage sites and river towns.

21 September 2026 · 2 min read · Best in Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Jul, Aug, Sep

The best weekend getaways from Bhopal include a hill station, ancient heritage sites and river towns.

1. Pachmarhi

A Satpura hill station, about four to five hours away.

2. Sanchi

A UNESCO World Heritage stupa about an hour away.

3. Bhimbetka

Painted rock shelters in a forest.

4. Bhojpur

A giant unfinished Shiva temple.

Jeep, boat and walking safaris.

6. Ujjain

A sacred city with the Mahakaleshwar temple.

7. Mandu

A hilltop ruined city.

8. Omkareshwar

A temple island on the Narmada.

Best time to visit

October to March; July to September for the green hills.

Book safari permits well in advance.

Timings, permits, ticket rules and dates change from year to year, so confirm the current details before you travel.

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