Surat might be a good place to enjoy a picnic, but there are great places away from the city too for a change of scenery and a taste of something new.
If you are looking for someplace different that is not in Surat, we suggest you check out the places we have put together in this article. We’ve scouted all of Surat’s surrounding locations to bring you this list of the best picnic spots near the city.
Best Picnic Spots Near Surat: Under 50 kilometres away
1. Suvali Beach
The Suvali Beach is a nice little beach for a one-day picnic. There is plenty to do on the beach. You can choose to just relax by the sea, play sports and build sand castles at the beach. The beach is conveniently located to Surat, so getting there is easy.
You can carry your own food or purchase snacks and food from the stalls on the beach. It is dangerous to swim at the beach so avoid going into the water.
- Distance from Surat: 20 kilometres
2. Dumas Beach
The Dumas Beach is located close to Surat and is often a popular picnic spot for locals. The beach is crowded during the tourist season and in the summer vacations, so if you are visiting during this period, you would want to go early to get the best spot on the beach.
Besides the regular fun you can have at Dumas Beach, there’s camel and bike rides to enjoy. While you are at the beach, do not forget to enjoy the hot Bhajiyas served at the famous Laskari Bhajiyawala stall.
- Distance from Surat: 24 kilometres
3. Bardoli
The town of Bardoli was made famous by Sardar Patel, he started his Bardoli Satyagraha from here. The town is a great place for a one day outing for anyone who loves to explore culture and architecture.
The town of Bardoli has many temples to explore. Tourists will love observing all the lovely and intricate architecture here.
- Distance from Surat: 33 kilometres
4. Dabhari Beach
Dabhari Beach is located a little away from Surat, but it is an awesome place for a picnic. The open sands makes it the perfect place to play football and cricket. During the day, you will see plenty of food carts selling snacks and golas at the beach.
After you have spend a day at the beach, consider visiting the Khodiyar Maa temple that is located nearby.
- Distance from Surat: 33 kilometres
5. Dandi Beach
The Dandi Beach might be one of the most historic beaches in India, but it is also a great picnic spot. Many tourists from Surat often visit the beach for a day out.
The beach is clean and has good options for food, you might want to give swimming at the Dandi Beach a miss because the water is unsafe for swimming.
- Distance from Surat: 48 kilometres
Best Picnic Spots Near Surat: 50 to 100 kilometres away
1. Padamdungari
Padamdungari is famous for its camping sites. The place hosts amazing camps that will thrill any adventure sport lover. There’s plenty of activities to enjoy at Padamdungari. You can go hiking, enjoy rock climbing and many other fun adventure sports.
If you and your gang of friends love adventure sports, Padamdungari is a great place to spend a day out near Surat.
- Distance from Surat: 88 kilometres
2. Tithal Beach
If you are looking for a place to host a picnic on the weekend, look no further than the Tithal Beach. Clean and beautiful, the beach is favourite for picnic enthusiasts and the beach as all the right setting for a picnic.
You can enjoy horse and boat rides, play sports and even just chill by the sea, soaking in the relaxing atmosphere of the beach. For snacks, there are some great food stalls around the beach.
- Distance from Surat: 94 kilometres
Best Picnic Spots Near Surat: Over 100 kilometres away
1. Mirasol Lake Garden
If you are looking for a picnic spot that is not a beach, we suggest that you have a picnic at the Mirasol Lake Garden. The resort is ideal for a day out, there are boat rides to enjoy as well a mini train ride for kids.
There’s also a good restaurant that serves delicious vegetarian food. Kids will love the indoor game room that has arcade games to enjoy.
- Distance from Surat: 116 kilometres
2. Wilson Hills
The Wilson Hills is ideal for picnics, especially for those who love nature and adventure sports. The hills are the perfect setting for trekking, hiking and adventure sports.
Many nature enthusiasts often come to Wilson Hills to enjoy a picnic with trekking on the weekend and during the summer vacation.
- Distance from Surat: 117 kilometres
3. Devka Beach
Devka Beach is yet another famous place in Daman. Not as popular as Jampore, but you can have a good time at the Devka Beach too. At the beach you can enjoy camel and horse rides or play games on the seashore.
There are many restaurants and food stalls around the beach for those looking to grab a quick bite.
- Distance from Surat: 119 kilometres
4. Nani Daman
Nani Daman is a popular beach and picnic spot in Daman. The beach is always crowded with picnickers on the weekend and during the holidays.
There are a few beach shacks that you can rent out for the day. Just near the beach, there is a kids park that has some fun rides.
- Distance from Surat: 120 kilometres
5. Jampore Beach
Jampore Beach in Daman is a popular picnic spot for locals as well as tourists. The beach has everything you need for a one day picnic.
There are small beach shacks that are open during the day. Enjoy the food at the food stalls. The seashore is ideal for playing cricket, volleyball and football.
- Distance from Surat: 125 kilometres
If you are keen on more sightseeing in Surat, check out our other articles that tell you about the best places to see in and around Surat.
