Tourist Places Near Agra Within 100 KM

Agra is not only home to the Taj Mahal, but there are many other tourist places within a radius of 100 km from Agra that are as beautiful, historic, and filled with Mughal architecture as the Taj Mahal.

Destinations like Fatehpur Sikri, apart from being a world heritage site, also hold treasures of history, making them a must-see place in Agra along with the Taj Mahal.

Whenever tourists come to Agra to see the Taj Mahal, they visit the historical tourist places built within a radius of 100 km of Agra, which adds to the charm of their tourism and gateway and also gives them an unforgettable experience.

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NEARBY PLACES TO VISIT AGRA

Here are some places to visit near Agra under 100 km for weekend gateway

#1- Fatehpur Sikri (Approx 40 km)

Fatehpur Sikri is a Mughal-era city located 40 km from Agra city. Tourists come here to know Fatehpur Sikri’s history and many historical monuments of Agra.

Along with the Mughal history, this city is very beautiful which is a great and memorable destination for tourists, so whenever Agra is talked about, this city is not forgotten.

UNESCO has included this city in the list of World Heritage Sites and this city is also called a ghost city.

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION:

Buland Darwaza (the world’s tallest gate), Jama Masjid, Salim Chishti’s Tomb, Jodha Bai’s Palace.

BRIEF HISTORY-

Fatehpur Sikri was founded by Akbar in the 16th century and was used as the Mughal capital for 14 years (1571 to 1585) but later it was abandoned due to lack of water and the capital was shifted to Delhi. Despite such a short existence, this city leaves a deep mark on Mughal history.

#2- Mathura (Approx 58 km)

Mathura city, located on the banks of the Yamuna river at a distance of about 58 km from Agra, is the birthplace of Lord Krishna and is also a famous tourist place for both Indian and foreign tourists.

This city is famous for its temples and ghats. Since it is the birthplace of Lord Krishna, the festivals of Janmashtami and Holi are celebrated here with great pomp and show.

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION:

Krishna Janam Bhoomi Mandir, Kusum Sarovar, Gita Mandir, Radha Kund, Kans Quila, Dwarkadish Mandir, Madhubani.

#3-Vrindavan (Approx 60 km)

Vrindavan also known as Brindavan, is located about 60 km from Agra. It is a significant Hindu historical and religious place, Lord Krishna spent most of his childhood years in Vrindavan.

It is located in the Brajbhoomi area which has great religious significance for Hindus. If you want to explore the history of temples or about it, then Vrindavan is a perfect historical religious place for your search.

Apart from this, it is a tourist place where every year millions of people come to visit the temples. There are approximately  5,500 temples in Vrindavan dedicated to Krishna and his lovely wife Radha.

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION:

Radha Raman Temple, Prem Mandir, Banke Bihari Temple, ISKCON Temple, NidhiVan, Seva Kunj, Keshi Ghat.                                                                                     

#4- Sikandra (Approx 13 km) 

Apart from major attractions like the Taj Mahal and Agra Fort, the Sikandra Tomb is also a frequently visited place which is located in Sikandra, about 13 km from Agra.

Tourists from all over the world come here to know and understand the beauty and history of the Mughal period. Visiting Agra is incomplete without visiting Sikandra

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION:

Maryam’s Tomb, Guru ka Taal,  Chini ka Rauza, Jama Masjid.

BRIEF HISTORY- 

The third Mughal ruler,  Akbar started building it in the 16th century but in the meantime, Akbar died and his son Jahangir completed it in 1606-1613. Akbar built this place for his rest. This Mughal structure is made of white marble and red sandstone.

#5- Bharatpur, Keoladeo National Park (Approx. 58 km)

Keoladeo National Park is located in Bharatpur, Rajasthan state, at a distance of 58 km from Agra. This park is famous for 370 bird species along with animals like Nilgai, deer, and various reptiles like Basking.

This place is no less than a paradise for the endangered species of birds and is considered an important place for the feeding and breeding of birds. Tourists from not only India but all over the world come here for tourism, the total number of that is about annually 1 lakh.

This national park was a hunting reserve created in the 18^th century and declared a national park in 1982, that was included in the list of World Heritage by UNESCO in 1985. The best time for tourism here is considered to be October to March when bird activities increase.

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION: 

Keoladeo National Park, Government Museum, Ganga Mandir, Bharatpur Palace, Lohgarh Fort (iron fort)

#6- Dholpur (Approx59 km)

In 1982, four tehsils of Bharatpur (Dholpur, Rajakhera, Bari, and Baseri) were combined to form a separate district which was named Dholpur. located in Rajasthan state, about 59 km from Agra.

Dholpur is a historical tourist spot of various dynasties, including the Chauhans and the Mughals. From the 8th to the 10th century, Chauhan rulers controlled the region which later came under Mughal rule.

Initially, Dholpur was known as Dhawalpuri, which was named after the ruler Dhawal Dev. The same red sandstone was used in the historical buildings of Dholpur and was later used to build the Red Fort of Delhi.

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION:

Damoy Waterfall, Nihal Tower, National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary, Talab-e-Shahi, Ramsagar Lake, Shergarh Fort, Machkund Temple.

#7- Govardhan(Approx 25 km) 

Govardhan, located 25 km away from Agra, is situated in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is a religious place along with a tourist destination. For the devotees of Lord Krishna, this city holds a special significance.

This place is famous for the Govardhan Hill, which is known for its 21-kilometer-long parikrama route. There is such a belief among the devotees of Krishna that by doing parikrama on this hill, blessings and spiritual goodness are obtained, perhaps that is why there is a crowd of devotees for the parikrama throughout the year.

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION: 

Govardhan Hill (Giriraj Parvat), Govardhan Parikrma Path, Mansi Ganj, Danghati Temple, Radha and Shyam Kund, Kusum Sarovar.

#8- Deeg  (Approx 90 km) 

Deeg is a historic city located in a district of Rajasthan, approximately 90 km from Agra. Deeg served as a summer residence for Maharaja  Suraj Mahal in the 18th century.

This city is a treasure trove of beauty and peace for tourists, famous not only for its 18th-century history but also for its beautiful gardens, elaborate water structures, and palatial buildings.

Many fairs and festivals highlight the culture and art here. Tourists flock here throughout the year to see the architecture and Deeg is an important attraction in the list of historical tourist places.

FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION:

Deeg Palace (Deeg Fort), Luxman temple, Purana Mahal, Raja Suraj Mahal’s Samadhi, Deeg Jal Mahal, Keshav Bhawan, Suraj Bawan, Gupal Bhawan.

 ENTRY FEE

• Fatehpur Sikri complex- for the entire complex INR50 for Indians and INR610 for foreign tourists.
• Maryam’s Tomb- Indian, SAARC, and BIMSTEC country INR15 and INR300 for foreign tourists.
• Keoladeo National Park- entry fee is INR136 per person additional services like Binocular, Bicycle rental, Rickshaw safari, Video camera fee, Guide charges, Safari fees, etc will include extra.
• The National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary- entry fee depends on the type of tour one chooses. Click here to book a ticket on Tripadvisor
• Deeg Palace (Deeg Fort)- for India it is only INR25 and INR300 for foreign tourists.

For history lovers, students, and people working on history projects, these tourist places near Agra within 100 km are no less than a treasure trove where one can not only explore history but also gain knowledge of history along with tourism.

So why wait? Explore these places with real experience and let us know in the comment below.

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