Patna Travel Guide 2026
Your complete guide to Top 10 restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Patna. Things to Do, Eat & Stay â plus curated category hubs for Bihar, India.
Ganga-side capital with layered history and expanding education clusters.
Quick facts
Pop. ~2M (2011)100 km² (40 sq mi)IST (UTC+5:30)PATAncient Pataliputra heritage; modern âŚ
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| Population | approximately 2 million (2011 census) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 100 km² (40 sq mi) (dense core, order-of-magnitude) |
| Elevation | approximately 50 m |
| Founded / established | Ancient Pataliputra heritage; modern Ganges-plain capital |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Nearest airport | Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport (PAT) |
| Languages | Hindi, Magahi, English |
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At a glance
- Last updated: March 2026
- 5 active categories and 50 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10), Hotels & Accommodation (10), Tourist Attractions (10), Best Neighborhoods (10).
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- Restaurants & Food (10 listings)
- Hotels & Accommodation (10 listings)
- Tourist Attractions (10 listings)
- Best Neighborhoods (10 listings)
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