City Rankings

Cities in India

Browse 50 cities in India ranked by Wanderlust.

  1. Bengaluru, India#1
    India · Asia

    Bengaluru, India

    India's Silicon Valley: a buzzing tech metropolis wrapped in garden greenery, craft beer, and rich South Indian culture.

  2. Varkala, India#2
    India · Asia

    Varkala, India

    Kerala's clifftop gem where dramatic red-rock coastline meets yoga, Ayurveda, and barefoot beach culture.

  3. McLeod Ganj, India#3
    India · Asia

    McLeod Ganj, India

    India's Little Lhasa — where Himalayan peaks meet Tibetan spirituality, trekking trails, and bohemian café culture.

  4. Goa, India#4
    India · Asia

    Goa, India

    India's sun-drenched pocket paradise — golden beaches, baroque churches, and a laid-back vibe unlike anywhere else.

  5. Jaipur, India#5
    India · Asia

    Jaipur, India

    The iconic Pink City where royal heritage meets vibrant culture and desert charm.

  6. Kochi, India#6
    India · Asia

    Kochi, India

    Kerala's "Queen of the Arabian Sea" — where spice-scented history, Chinese fishing nets, and buzzing backwaters converge.

  7. Hyderabad, India#7
    India · Asia

    Hyderabad, India

    The City of Pearls where Nizam grandeur, legendary biryani, and India's booming IT sector collide.

  8. Vadodara, India#8
    India · Asia

    Vadodara, India

    Gujarat's cultural capital where Gaekwad grandeur, Mughal ruins, and vibrant Navratri nights collide.

  9. Rishikesh, India#9
    India · Asia

    Rishikesh, India

    Where the Himalayas meet the Ganges — yoga, rapids, and spiritual awakening in one sacred town.

  10. Chandigarh, India#10
    India · Asia

    Chandigarh, India

    India's first planned city — Le Corbusier's modernist masterpiece wrapped in lush gardens and Punjabi soul.

  11. Thiruvananthapuram, India#11
    India · Asia

    Thiruvananthapuram, India

    Kerala's coastal capital blending backwaters, beaches, and spiritual heritage.

  12. Mysore, India#12
    India · Asia

    Mysore, India

    Royal palaces, silk heritage, and spiritual traditions in South India's cultural gem.

  13. Jodhpur, India#13
    India · Asia

    Jodhpur, India

    Rajasthan's Blue City — a labyrinth of indigo lanes, towering desert forts, and living royal heritage.

  14. Visakhapatnam, India#14
    India · Asia

    Visakhapatnam, India

    India's "City of Destiny" — a sun-drenched port blending pristine Bay of Bengal beaches with lush Eastern Ghats hills.

  15. Nagpur, India#15
    India · Asia

    Nagpur, India

    India's geographic heartland — the Orange City blends Buddhist heritage, wildlife gateways, and laid-back Vidarbha charm.

  16. Thrissur, India#16
    India · Asia

    Thrissur, India

    Kerala's cultural heartland of temples, festivals, and spice-scented traditions.

  17. Vijayawada, India#17
    India · Asia

    Vijayawada, India

    Andhra Pradesh's City of Victory — where ancient caves, sacred temples, and a mighty river converge.

  18. Kozhikode, India#18
    India · Asia

    Kozhikode, India

    Kerala's historic spice port with beaches, backwaters, and coastal charm.

  19. Madurai, India#19
    India · Asia

    Madurai, India

    Ancient temple city and spiritual heart of South India.

  20. Surat, India#20
    India · Asia

    Surat, India

    Global diamond hub cutting 90% of the world's diamonds.

  21. Indore, India#21
    India · Asia

    Indore, India

    India's emerging cultural hub with vibrant markets and affordable living.

  22. Amritsar, India#22
    India · Asia

    Amritsar, India

    Punjab's golden soul — where Sikh heritage, bold cuisine, and living history converge at the sacred Golden Temple.

  23. Bhubaneswar, India#23
    India · Asia

    Bhubaneswar, India

    India's original "Temple City" — over 700 ancient shrines wrapped in Kalinga grandeur and Odia culture.

  24. Ahmedabad, India#24
    India · Asia

    Ahmedabad, India

    India's first UNESCO World Heritage City — where ancient pols, Gandhian history, and Gujarati flavours collide.

  25. Bhopal, India#25
    India · Asia

    Bhopal, India

    Lakes, history, and vibrant culture in central India's heart.

  26. Gwalior, India#26
    India · Asia

    Gwalior, India

    Historic fort city blending Mughal heritage with Indian culture.

  27. Kolkata, India#27
    India · Asia

    Kolkata, India

    India's cultural heartland blends colonial history, art, and intellectual heritage.

  28. Hubli, India#28
    India · Asia

    Hubli, India

    North Karnataka's commercial twin-city gateway — Chalukyan temples, scenic hilltops, and authentic Uttara Karnataka flavours.

  29. Chennai, India#29
    India · Asia

    Chennai, India

    India's gateway to the Bay of Bengal with temple heritage and coastal charm.

  30. Srinagar, India#30
    India · Asia

    Srinagar, India

    Kashmir's enchanting capital blends Mughal gardens, pristine lakes, and alpine beauty.

  31. Coimbatore, India#31
    India · Asia

    Coimbatore, India

    India's textile hub with industrial charm and emerging digital infrastructure.

  32. Lucknow, India#32
    India · Asia

    Lucknow, India

    Historic Awadhi capital blending Mughal heritage with vibrant local culture.

  33. Pune, India#33
    India · Asia

    Pune, India

    India's tech hub with vibrant culture, affordable living, and rich history.

  34. Thane, India#34
    India · Asia

    Thane, India

    Suburban gateway to Mumbai with temples, lakes, and coastal charm.

  35. Kannur, India#35
    India · Asia

    Kannur, India

    Gateway to Kerala's spice coast with pristine beaches and colonial heritage.

  36. Agra, India#36
    India · Asia

    Agra, India

    Home of the Taj Mahal — Agra packs three UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a millennium of Mughal splendor into one unmissable Indian city.

  37. Jabalpur, India#37
    India · Asia

    Jabalpur, India

    Historic riverside city in central India with stunning marble cliffs and spiritual heritage.

  38. Tirupur, India#38
    India · Asia

    Tirupur, India

    India's textile hub with industrial charm and authentic local culture.

  39. Jamshedpur, India#39
    India · Asia

    Jamshedpur, India

    Steel city with industrial heritage and surprising green spaces.

  40. Guwahati, India#40
    India · Asia

    Guwahati, India

    The Gateway to Northeast India — ancient temples, Brahmaputra riverscapes, and a springboard to the Seven Sisters.

  41. Aurangabad, India#41
    India · Asia

    Aurangabad, India

    Ancient Deccan gateway and UNESCO World Heritage jewel near the Ajanta Caves.

  42. Malappuram, India#42
    India · Asia

    Malappuram, India

    Kerala's vibrant textile hub and gateway to authentic Indian culture.

  43. Kollam, India#43
    India · Asia

    Kollam, India

    Serene backwaters and spice-trade heritage on Kerala's quiet coast.

  44. Ludhiana, India#44
    India · Asia

    Ludhiana, India

    India's industrial hub with vibrant Punjabi culture and affordable living.

  45. Aligarh, India#45
    India · Asia

    Aligarh, India

    Historic university city with affordable living and authentic North Indian culture.

  46. Vasai, India#46
    India · Asia

    Vasai, India

    Historic Portuguese coastal town near Mumbai with forts, beaches, and cultural heritage.

  47. Meerut, India#47
    India · Asia

    Meerut, India

    Historic garrison city near Delhi with colonial heritage and exceptional affordability.

  48. Ranchi, India#48
    India · Asia

    Ranchi, India

    A spiritual and cultural hub nestled in the heart of Jharkhand.

  49. Rajkot, India#49
    India · Asia

    Rajkot, India

    A historic textile hub with vibrant culture and affordable living in Gujarat.

  50. Noida, India#50
    India · Asia

    Noida, India

    North India's Silicon Valley — a planned, cosmopolitan city blending IT dynamism with green parks and world-class malls.