Whether you live in Indore for many years, or you moved recently. Whether you are on a business trip to Indore or planning to settle down here...go through this compilation of 51 things that you must do in Indore to know, feel and get to understand the "real indore"...the way Indoris see it....

1. At 1 o'clock, Goto Rajwada for a sip of tea and a plate of poha. Remember: I mean 1:00 AM - not PM.
2. Participate in the Holi procession (gair) on Holi. Better yet, on Rangpanchmi
3. Go to M.T. Cloth Market - not to buy anything - but just to practice your driving.
4. Eat Freshly cooked hot corn dogs on Indore -Dewas Road.
5. Go a little ahead for the Devi Darshan at Chamunda temple on Dewas hills (tekri).
6. Spend a day at the Mayank Blue Water Park.
7. Go for jogging at the Lalbaugh Palace - in the morning. You'll love it here. Also, the gates of Lalbaugh are a replica of the gates of Buckingham Palace, London.
8. On the Khajuri Bazar- Sarafa crossroads take time to taste the food at Vijay chat house.
9. Take a stroll down Sarafa at night - preferably between 9 pm to 12 midnight.
10. Go for Dandiya Raas at the Abhay Prashal (Basketball compelx ain't too bad either).
11. Shop for some good books at the sunday market in Khajuri bazaar. (or any day for that matter.)
12. In Winter, go down to JainSri Gajak center in Nandlalpura.
13. Monica Galaxy icecream is an all time favorite. Its available at 4-5 venues, including M G Road.
14. If you feel like eating good food - go to Sarvate bus stand, and wait for your turn at Gurukrupa restaurant.
15. Drive down to Bijasan - make sure you have enough time at hand - their are lots of places to see on the way.
16. If you are on the religious side - do visit Bada Ganapati, Khajrana, Gomatgiri, Indreshvar temple, white church, gurudwara and the mosque.
17. You must be wondering where the hell is Treasure Island. Well here it is :-)
18. For a nice movie and break from the city crowd (did i say that?) go to Mangal City or Orbit mall. What the heck - go to Velocity near Bombay Hospital.
19. Go to the city zoo and must see the TALL Cricket bat signed by Gavaskar and his team of the 1971 win against West Indies.
20. Enjoy a nice night in a classical musical concert at the Gandhi hall.
21. Drink Ghamandi ki lassi at Sapna Sangeeta.
22. Spend a day at Nakhrali Dhani rau. Make sure you dont eat anything one day earlier.
23. One day at Tinchafaal will refresh you and rejuvenate your energy levels.
24.Enjoy a worldclass "Paan" at the Parshwanath's on M G Road. If you dont want to make a u-turn just go to Karnawats.
25. Feel like some adventure sports? ok..just sports? Go to FunCity, or Shellcity with family and friends. Even alone is fine..you'll find someone.
26. Save some bucks and go on a shopping spree - Porwal dresses for traditional, Hakoba, then Pakiza and may be Madanlal Chaganlal or Punjab jwellers to get something to match your clothes.
27. Its Indore. And you didn't have any sweets yet? Go to Apna Sweets, or Mathurawala. I love those pastries.
28. If you like to see the student life, just drive down to Takshshila campus - or to Khandwa Road, Bhawarkua and you will see what i mean.
29. Jail Road. Dont be Scared - i am not sending you in custody. Just on a stroll to one of the biggest cellphone market of central India. Your will see the likes of almost all big brands in the world here at Novelty Market. Beware of the thugs though.
30. Eat "Ganthiye ki bhel" at Maalganj.
31. Go to Hinkar giri for a good day -really- away from the city.
32. Take a bus to Mhow and if possible get the permission in advance to enter the Army area and see many things you only imagined.
33. Go to Pithampur Indorama temple.
34. If you like Historical places, your best bet would be Mandu. Its 2 hrs from Indore but worth spending a day or two. Specially in rainy season.
35. Monday is a good day to go to Ujjain- the city of lord Shiva. Must visit Mahakaleshwar temple.
36. For some south indian styled artwork - go to Annapurna Temple.
37. While you are at it, visit Futi Kothi - the fort without a roof...
38. Enjoy a fun filled evening at the fair on Karbala Maidan.
39. A day at Siyaganj is a day of a business. Must visit to see the economic capital of MP.
40. "Dawa Bazaar" the place that see millions of dollars worth of medicines go in and out everyday..a must see.
41. CAT the Center of Latest technology is India's main Research center on Laser technology. See if you can get a visit to CAT.
42. Spend a day at Rajwada and the markets around. Rajwada is the only palace with a 7 storeyed entrance.
43. Goto Gaurda tirth in Dev Guaradia - just 8 kms away from Indore.
44. Visit the "kaanch mandir". Its a jain temple with beautiful art work of glass. Atop is a special glass chamber.
45. Omkareshwar is just 77 km away from indore. An island on the confluence of the rivers Narmada and Kaveri. Enjoy a boat ride in Narmada.
46. Maheshwar, which is just 90 kms away, is mentioned in Ramayan and Mahabharat as Mahismati. It was the capital of Rani Ahilya Bai holkar.
47. Bandhavgarh, Bhedaghat, Bhimbetka, Bhojpur and Bhopal are some other places nearby, that you should plan to visit.
48. Panchmarhi is a jewel in MP with its enchanting green shades, mountains, springs and much more.
49. A day spent in exhibitions in gandhi haal, or abhay prashal is a day utilized.
50. Go get groovy at Volcano -the disc on Dhakkan wala kuan - shake it baby!! (or you may want to try the one in Orbit mall).
51. Go bowling - or play pool at the Sayaji in Vijaynagar.

Did i miss anything? drop me a note at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and will add it...or you can submit your own list of 51 things to do in indore. Did you say 101? be my guest!!

Update:

Well, Yes, i missed 56 Dukan! Sorry about that. 56 Shops- Or Chhappan Dukan, as we say it - is one of the best food court. Its a street full of variety of food vendors, restaurants, Juice shops and much more to eat and explore. Visit here almost any time of the day, and you'll be amazed to see the number or people enjoying the Indori Flavor. Come in the evening, and you may have to wait for sometime before you can be served. All in all, a place not to miss. Damn! how did i miss that?

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written by silky pahwa, January 08, 2012

regional park

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written by Indori, October 08, 2008

Still more:
1. Lotus Hut (MG Road): Cold Coffee with backed Kachori & Samosas
2. Buddy's Cafe (MG Road): Cofee with nice music in open air (not sure if its still there)
3. Fruit Salad & Shikanji (Kothari Market)
4. Pani Puri (Near Gurudwara, Kothari Market)
5. Visit to Ralamandal
6. Long Drive on bypass road
7. Visit to Phonocom, NaiDuniya LifeStyle Utsav, Malwa Utsav

I'm think the list should be revised with the new heading 101 Things TO DO in Indore, cause im sure there still more to come......

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Hey these also need a mention...
written by satyam, September 19, 2008

i. Ride in a Metro-Taxi
ii.Reach to Any damned place in indore on the New Bus services
iii.Guru Kripa ka khana -sarwate bus stop
well i shud say gr8 going till now!!

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Reply: Good Points but Some Improvement is Still Needed
written by Hrishi, September 19, 2008

Number one, the link is for "Indore - 51 Things To Do", which aims to detail "must do" things for a person visiting Indore. There might be different forumns for discussing improvements.
Having said that, taking your comments positively, I feel (and many would agree) that few of the above points are required to be implemented all over India not just in Indore. Having lived and experienced the length and breadth of the country, I feel a few points are unfair to be pointed "just" to Indore.

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Good Points but Some Improvement is Still Needed
written by Shariq Khan, September 14, 2008

1. Stray Animals Should be removed from busy roads
2. Must Check Increased Crime Rate
3. Attempt to Develop Traffic Sense on the Roads. Problem of daily traffic jam should also be checked.
4. Fair Practice in the business should be developed.
5. Suppression of Communal Tension is also requred.
6. Increasing Encroachments should be removed.

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Indore - 51 Things To Do
written by Prashant Shukla, August 26, 2008

Few more added to missing list -
• Indore Museum
• Meghdoot Garden
• Neharu Park
• Ralamandal Wild Life Century
• Love Garden at Neharu Stadium.

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Indore - 51 Things To Do
written by Prashant Shukla, August 25, 2008

These are also missing. Bilavali and Pipliya pala tanks, Yashwant Sagar Dam, LAL balti ki Allo Kachori at Rambagh, a Train Journey from Indore to Choral

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Long live indore
written by Ashish Pagaria, August 14, 2008

Hi,

I really liked this note of urs. Replicating true Indori spirit.

Try to add as much as you can not just 51, regarding festivals, dall-baati, Radio Mirchi, Indori Shaadi, cricket, IIM and IIT etc..

Long Live Indore.....

Regards,
Ashish

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written by Ritu, July 30, 2008

How could you miss Chappan Dukan and Sikh mohalla's chaat.. chole tikiya and pani puri made in pure ghee.. ummmm mouth watering..

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Indore: A few more...
written by Hrishi, July 21, 2008

Firstly, i would like to say that this is really a very good compiled list to give an idea of what "real Indore" is.
A few important things I felt are missing are - mainly about Indori festivals, or festivals celebrated all over the country, but differently in Indore!

52> Zhaki: An all-night procession marking the end of 10-day Ganesh Uutsav (Festival) on Aanant Chaturthi. Zhaki are moving Tableaux structure decorated with bright lights, flowers accompanied with music, dances, and 'aakhade'... This is more than an 100 year old, Indore's unique tradition... of which Indoris are very proud of!

53> 14th August night 12 O Clock: You have to be at Indore's heart, Rajwada to believe what you see!! Thousands of people dancing and celebrating India's Independance Celebration sharp at 12 at night!

54> Instantaneous magic shown by Dahi wada shop at Sarafa.

55> Visit to Chappan Dukan. (Dont know how this was missed?)

56> Dussehera Celebrations: Visit to any of places where huge effigies of Ravan are brunt. Some even more than 100 feet tall... Go to Dussehera Maidan to see the authentic one preceded by Ram-leela.

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written by naveen, June 18, 2008

thnaks for your posting
I will do it atleast half inthe list

naveen

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written by bharti, May 26, 2008

its really gud.

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This is really great list!
written by Vijay, May 09, 2008

Looks like it covers every good and fun thing of indore. kudos!

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