Pune/South

The South district of Pune is the gateway to the historic Western Ghats and the Sahyadri mountain range. Centred around the bustling Sinhagad Road and areas like Vadgaon Budruk and Ambegaon, this region offers a more relaxed, suburban atmosphere compared to the city centre. It is the primary base for travelers visiting the iconic Sinhagad Fort and the scenic Khadakwasla Dam. This area has recently transformed into a cultural hub with the opening of Shivsrushti, a world-class historical theme park. Its proximity to major educational institutes and the Mumbai-Bangalore Highway makes it a practical stay for both students and transit travelers.

South Pune is the southern part of the metropolis.

18°26′24″N 73°49′12″E

Map of South Pune

• 18.44166773.7680561 Khadakwasla Dam. A dam on the Mutha River, which created a reservoir called Khadakwasla Lake, which is the main source of water for Pune. Many people come here on weekends and during the monsoon season. The Peacock Bay hosts a large number of peacocks. It hosts various competitions like the annual national inland championship, open lake swimming competition, etc. Khadakwasla Lake is a venue for water sports in Pune.  (updated Aug 2025)
• 18.500873.84442 Saras Baug (Talyatla Ganpati), Saras Baug Road, opposite Sanas Ground (At the foot of Parvati Hill.). 06:00–21:00. A 25-acre park featuring a famous Ganesh temple built in the middle of a lake by Nanasaheb Peshwa in 1784. The "Chowpatty" outside the park is one of Pune's most famous spots for Pav Bhaji and Bhel Puri. Free.  
• 18.49130673.8368063 Pune-Okayama Friendship Garden (Pu La Deshpande Garden), Sinhgad Rd. One of the largest gardens in Pune, modelled after Korakuen Garden in Okayama as a bridge between the two cities. It is the largest Japanese garden outside Japan, spanning over 10 acres.  (updated Jun 2023)
• 18.45290673.8611754 Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park (Katraj Zoo, Pune Zoo), NH 48, Katraj. A zoo managed by the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). It is divided into three parts: an animal orphanage, a snake park and a zoo and it also includes the 42 acres (17 hectares) Katraj Lake.  (updated Aug 2025)
• 18.36566473.7552695 Sinhagad, Sinhagad Ghat Rd, Thoptewadi (29 km (18 mi) SW from city centre). It has historical importance dating back to the era of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. The surroundings are beautiful in the rainy season and on clear days you can see a panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.  (updated Aug 2025)
• 18.47804173.8404356 Taljai Hills. 5–10AM and 4:30–7:00PM. A hill and a wildlife reserve. The road to this hill passes through the Shivaji Maratha College campus with a picturesque mountain path, with sharp turns. Near the forest entrance is a temple to the hill's namesake Taljai Mata; a Hindu goddess. The reserve attracts migratory birds and is home to peacocks. The location is therefore popular with amateur bird watchers. Vehicles are prohibited in the area.  (updated Jun 2023)

• 18.48673.84347 Blades of Glory Cricket Museum, Parvati Paytha, ☏ +91 98224 54567. Daily 10AM-7PM. A museum with over 51,000 cricket items. ₹200.  (updated Sep 2023)
• 18.49722273.8466678 Parvati Hill, Wagh Jai Rd, Parvati Paytha. A few temples and a museum are seated on top of this tall hill which offers spectacular vistas of the surrounding area. A steep flight of 108 narrow steps leads to the hill top temple built by Balaji Baji Rao. ‘Nagarkjana’ drum house is the temple of Parvati and Devdeveshwar. This was once the private shrine of the Peshwas. It is also the final resting place of Nana Saheb Peshwa. The Parvati museum houses portraits of Peshwas, old manuscripts, coins, and other artifacts.  (updated Aug 2025)
• 18.41747473.7371439 Zapurza Museum of Art & Culture (25 km (16 mi) SW of city centre). It has an extensive collection of family heirloom of Maharashtra, coupled with a collection of Indian painters and historic artefacts.  (updated Aug 2025)
• 18.45773.8358310 Shivsrushti (Shivsrushti Historical Theme Park), Sr. No. 13, Katraj Bypass Road, Ambegaon Budruk (Off the Katraj-Dehu Road Bypass, near Sinhagad Institute), ☏ +91 9579622456. 09:30–18:30. Historical theme park dedicated to the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, with exhibits and displays depicting events and aspects of Maratha history. ₹200 (Adults/Children 3+); ₹100 (Students with ID).  

• 18.44784673.88065811 ISKCON Temple (New Vedic Cultural Center (NVCC), Sri Sri Radha Vrindavanchandra Temple). The largest temple in Pune dedicated to Radha Krishna. The temple complex has two temples- the main Radha Krishna temple and the Venkateswara (Balaji) temple. The Radhakrishna temple is built in North Indian architectural style using red stone and marble while the Venkateswara temple is built in South Indian architectural style using Kota stone.  (updated Jun 2023)

• Digvijay Pratishthan Horse Riding Academy, Shivshrushti, ☏ +91 98226 21016. And go out for horse treks with Digvijay Pratishthan. 

• 18.43344673.8464491 Sumangal Youth Hostel, Jambhulwadi road 60/1 plot 2 (Behind Dalavi Vasti), ☏ +91 9822010217. Clean three-star facilities nice lake view.  
• 18.46738673.8282322 Paradise Homestay, Vadgaon Budruk, Sinhagad Road, ☏ +91 9060604029. Accommodation with private rooms in the Sinhagad Road area. ₹1000–₹1600.  (updated Apr 2026)