Costs nothing · Pune, India

15 Free Things to Do in Pune

Every place here has verified free entry. Your Pune day can cost exactly nothing.

Free means verified: each entry policy here is checked, out of 64 tracked Pune places. Updated monthly.

  1. Chaturshrungi Temple

    Religious site

    Chaturshrungi Temple is a revered Hindu shrine perched on a hill in the Gokhalenagar area of Pune.

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  2. Phoenix Market City

    Market

    Phoenix Market City is one of Pune's premier shopping and entertainment destinations, located on Nagar Road in the Viman Nagar area.

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  3. Pataleshwar Cave Temple

    Religious site

    The Pataleshwar Cave Temple is a remarkable 8th-century Hindu temple carved entirely out of a single basalt rock, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

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  4. Lavasa International Convention Centre

    Sight

    The Lavasa International Convention Centre (LICC) is a state-of-the-art facility located in the planned hill city of Lavasa, near Pune.

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  5. University of Pune

    Landmark

    The University of Pune, officially Savitribai Phule Pune University, is a major educational institution set on a sprawling 411-acre campus in the heart of the city.

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  6. Neelkantheshwar

    Landmark

    Neelkantheshwar is a Hindu temple located in the Agarkar Nagar area of Pune, Maharashtra.

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  7. Tulsi Baug Shopping Market

    Market

    Tulsi Baug Shopping Market is a vibrant bazaar in the heart of old Pune, situated on Laxmi Road near the historic Vishrambaug Wada.

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  8. Mahadaji Shinde Chatri

    Landmark

    Mahadaji Shinde Chatri is a striking memorial located in the Wanowrie area of Pune, India.

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  9. Balewadi Stadium (Shri Shiv Chhatrapati)

    Landmark

    Balewadi Stadium, officially named Shri Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, is a sprawling sports facility located in the western suburb of Balewadi in Pune.

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  10. Nitesh HUB

    Landmark

    Nitesh HUB is a modern mixed-use development located on North Main Road in Koregaon Park, one of Pune's most upscale neighborhoods.

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  11. Kamla Nehru Park

    Park & nature

    Kamla Nehru Park is a scenic green space located on Prabhat Road in Pune, India.

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  12. The Pavillion

    Market

    The Pavillion is a bustling market located on Senapati Bapat Road in Pune, right next to the JW Marriott Hotel.

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  13. Jangali Maharaj Temple

    Religious site

    Nestled in the bustling Shivaji Nagar area, Jangali Maharaj Temple offers a serene escape from Pune's urban energy.

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  14. Koregaon Park

    Park & nature

    Koregaon Park is one of Pune's most beloved green spaces, located in the upscale Koregaon Park neighborhood.

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  15. Pune Tribal Museum

    Museum

    The Pune Tribal Museum, also known as the Tribal Museum of Maharashtra, is a cultural institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the diverse traditions of the state's tribal communities.

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How we pick these

Every place here is genuinely free to enter. We filter the 64 Pune places we track down to those with no admission charge, then rank them by traveler reviews. Updated monthly.

Good to know

Always vs sometimes free

A few museums are free only on set days — check opening info before you go.

Budget the extras

Entry is free, but transport, snacks and lockers in Pune still add up.

Go early

Free attractions draw crowds; mornings are usually the calmest.

Common questions

What can you do for free in Pune?+

This list ranks the best no-cost things to do in Pune, from parks and viewpoints to museums with free entry.

Are there free museums in Pune?+

Some museums are free all the time and others on specific days. The verified-free ones are included above.

Is Pune expensive to visit?+

You can see a lot of Pune on a tight budget by leaning on the free attractions here and eating where locals do.

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