Port Blair

Wandoor And Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Port Blair

Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park Wandoor

Visitor Information

  • Famous for: Sightseeing, Adventure sports, Boating, Educational Tourism, Photography, Historic Significance, Trekking, Experience Seeking and Wandering, Wildlife Spotting, Connoisseurs.
  • Entrance Fee: 50Rs per person will be spent on taking the forest entry permit, and an extra fee of Rs 50 for each camera.
  • Visiting Time: From 6AM to 6PM, this fort is pretty much open throughout the day inviting the wanderers whenever they feel like getting a breath of fresh yet archaic air and a beautiful view. Remains closed on Mondays
  • Visiting Duration: Between 2 to 3 hours is the average time of duration that you might spent here. But it totally depends upon personal interest and taste.

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Mount Harriet, Port Blair

Mt Harriet National Park

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Natural beauty, recreation, ambience.
  • Entrance Fees: No fee chargeable.
  • Visiting Time: Preferable before sundown.
  • Visit Duration: A couple (2) of hours.

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Zoological Survey of India Museum, Port Blair

Cellular Jail, Port Blair

Visitor Information

  • Famous for: Natural beauty, wildlife collection, experience
  • Entrance fee: No fees chargeable
  • Visiting time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on all days of the week except Sunday.On Sundays it is open from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
  • Visiting time: Generally, around 2-3 hours

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Fisheries Museum, Port Blair

Fishries Museum

Visitor Information

  • Famous for: History, art and culture, photography.
  • Entrance fees: 5 (for adults) and Rs. 3 (for children).
  • Visiting time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM to 4:45 PM except on Mondays, second Saturdays of the month, and declared holidays.
  • Visit duration: Around 2-3 hours.

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Cellular Jail, Port Blair

Cellular Jail Port Blair

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Historical site, national memorial, light and sound show
  • Entrance Fee: Entry fee: Rs. 30/- Entry fee for Light and Sound show: Rs. 50/- Use of camera: Rs. 200/- Use of video camera: Rs. 1000/- Film shooting per day with prior permission: Rs. 10000/-
  • Visiting Time: The timings for visiting the cellular jail and the jail museum are divided in two time periods. One is from 0900 – 1230 hours and the next one is from 1330 – 1645 hours. The monument is open to general public on all days.

The light and sound show takes place twice every day, at 1800 hours and 1915       hours. The shows are in Hindi on all days except Monday, Wednesday and Friday. On these days, the second show is played in English.

  • Visit Duration: The whole trip does not take more than 3-4 hours. But it is highly recommended that one should visit the light and sound show which starts at 6 pm. That could take some extra time in your trip.

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Forest Museum, Port Blair

Forest Museum

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Travel, Experience and Art.
  • Entrance Fee: A nominal entry fee of INR 2 is charged per person.
  • Visiting Time: The timings are 8 A.M. to 12 Noon. There is a break till 2.30 P.M. after which the museum re-opens and visitors can tour the place till 5 P.M. The museum remains closed on Sundays.
  • Visit Duration: 1 hour

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Corbyn’s Cove, Port Blair

Corbyns Cove

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: Travel, Adventure and Photography.
  • Entrance Fee: No entry fee is charged to tourists or visitors.
  • Visiting Time: All days of the week.
  • VISIT Duration: Depends on your choice. For relaxing and availing all the activities, you might want to spend an entire day here.

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Chatham Saw Mill, Port Blair

Chatham Saw Mill

Visitor Information

  • Famous for: History, Landmark
  • Entrance Fee:10 per person and Rs.50 for guided tour
  • Visiting Time: 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM (Except Mondays)
  • Visit Duration: 1 hour to 2 hours

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Japanese Bunkers, Port Blair 

Japanese Bunkers Port Blair

Visitor Information

  • Famous For: History, Scenery, Beauty
  • Entrance Fee: No fee as it is a public place
  • Visiting Time: Sunrise to Sunset (Daily)
  • Visit Duration: 1 hour to 2 hours

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12 Best Places to Visit in Port Blair

An enigmatic escape into a picturesque island is something is on the top of the travel list for most avid adventurers. A gentle breeze from the sea, creating soft waves as you lay on softer sand is a heavenly experience. An island is nature’s own resort that has all the comforts you can even imagine- solitude and peace being the most exclusive offers. India, with his wide geographical varieties enable travelers to avail such a magnificent experience. And Port Blair in Andaman & Nicobar Islands is the top choice. The capital city of this union territory is a highly revered place to enjoy the treats of an island vacation. From history to culture to the captivating beaches, this place has it all. To incorporate the true vibe of Port Blair in the limited duration of your trip, be sure to visit the following places that typify the Port Blair experience.

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