Surat Travel Guide 2026
Your complete guide to Top 10 restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Surat. Things to Do, Eat & Stay — plus curated category hubs for Gujarat, India.
Diamond and textile powerhouse known for business energy and late-night food.
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Pop. ~4.5M (2011)300 km² (120 sq mi)IST (UTC+5:30)STVHistoric port on the Tapi; diamond an…
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| Population | approximately 4.5 million (2011 census) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 300 km² (120 sq mi) (order-of-magnitude) |
| Elevation | approximately 10 m |
| Founded / established | Historic port on the Tapi; diamond and textile trades |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Nearest airport | Surat Airport (STV) |
| Languages | Gujarati, Hindi |
| Nicknames | Diamond City |
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At a glance
- Last updated: April 2026
- 22 active categories and 208 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10), Hotels & Accommodation (10), Tourist Attractions (10), Street Food (10).