Vadodara Travel Guide 2026
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Cultural city with a royal past, leafy university areas, and growing industries.
Quick facts
Pop. ~1.7M (2011)200 km² (80 sq mi)IST (UTC+5:30)BDQGaekwad-era planned quarters; petrochâŚ
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| Population | approximately 1.7 million (2011 census) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 200 km² (80 sq mi) (order-of-magnitude) |
| Elevation | approximately 35 m |
| Founded / established | Gaekwad-era planned quarters; petrochemical and education hub |
| Time zone | IST (UTC+5:30) |
| Nearest airport | Vadodara Airport (BDQ) |
| Languages | Gujarati, Hindi, 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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