Popular places to visit
Sukhna Lake
After a day exploring Chandigarh's bustling streets, take a stroll around this man-made lake that attracts artists, fishermen and boaters.
Rajiv Gandhi Chandigarh Technology Park
This sleek modern complex serves as a cradle for information technology and innovation in Chandigarh.
Rock Garden
Wander this magical sculpture garden, which was born from a dumping ground, and admire the abstract and wonderful statuettes that were created from recycled waste.
Zakir Rose Garden
Smell the heady scents and admire the colors of a vast collection of rose species that fill this beautiful garden.
Government Museum and Art Gallery
Learn how the planned city of Chandigarh came to be at this architecture museum that sits within the city's premier historic institute.
Elante Mall
During your visit to Chandigarh, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Elante Mall. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens.
Things to do
The Hipster Chandigarh Architecture History Tour
Chandigarh: Private Car Hire with Driver and Flexible Hours
Chandigarh Walking Tour (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour)
Nature Walk of Chandigarh( 2 Hours Walking Tour)
Top hotels in Sector 8
Hotel Seven
Nice
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2025
Hotel Emerald
The hotel doesn’t have a lift which was problematic for those with mobility issues in our group. The staff were kind and went out of their way to help us with local phonecalls & taxis which was appreciated & accommodated us when extending our stay. A few minor enhancements would improve the room ...
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2024
JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh
Helpful staff, clean rooms
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh
Great location and very modern
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Mercure Chandigarh Tribune Chowk
Everything was great. I also like how Expedia has designed their website to keep the transaction neat and simple. So well done to Expedia as well.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Hometel Chandigarh
Quite hotel
Reviewed on May 12, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sector 8
Sector 9
Sector 9 might not have many top sights, but Sector 17 Market and Government Museum and Art Gallery are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sector 18
While there might not be top attractions in Sector 18, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sector 17 Market and Gurudwara Singh Sabha.
Sector 17
Sector 17 is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Sector 17 Market and National Gallery of Portraits.
Sector 26
Sector 26 might not have many top sights, but Sukhna Lake and Elante Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Sector 16
While visiting Sector 16, you might make a stop by sights like Zakir Rose Garden and Shanti Kunj.
Sector 21
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sector 21 and surrounding area, you can visit Sector 17 Market and Gurudwara Singh Sabha.
