Gujarat saw a 17% increase in tourist footfalls this year compared to last year, according to the Government of Gujarat. Between Apr 1 and June 10, 2024, during summer vacations, Gujarat’s 12 tourist attractions and pilgrimage sites welcomed over 1.97 crore tourists.

This marked a 17% increase from 2023 when 1.14 crore tourists had visited these destinations during the same period. 

Popular attractions in Gujarat included  the Statue of Unity (SoU), Atal Bridge, Riverfront-Flower Park, Kankaria Lake, Somnath Temple, Ambaji Temple, Pavagadh Temple, Dwarka Temple, Science City-Ahmedabad, Vadnagar, Gir and Devalia Safari, as well as the Ahmedabad Metro Railway, attracted a large number of visitors. 

Tourist footfall at the 12 tourist destinations

Historic city Ahmedabad emerges as top destination for tourists

Ahmedabad, renowned for its rich cultural heritage and long history remained the top choice among tourists visiting Gujarat. In the fiscal year 2023-24, Ahmedabad followed by Banaskantha and Gir Somnath emerged as the three most popular districts among tourists.

For the year 2024-25, the government allocated ₹2,077 crore to develop tourist destinations, religious and cultural sites, adventure sports, and eco-tourism projects.