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
Highlights of the Chandigarh (Guided Half Day City Tour)
Chandigarh: Private Car Hire with Driver and Flexible Hours
Top hotels in Sector 8
Hotel Seven
Nice
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2025
Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh
Staff- In room dining manager Mr. Pallav took exceptional care of my dietrery needs. We have been to many 5 star hotels but the care Mr. Pallav took of our family was amazing. Even the doorman Mr. Samarjeet was.great. Highly recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Mercure Chandigarh Tribune Chowk
Good rooms and staff was nice too. However the bath had no robe hooks at all to hang clothes. Test was amazing.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
JW Marriott Hotel Chandigarh
Overall Very clean and very comfortable.
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Hometel Chandigarh
Property was perfect
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Lemon Tree Hotel, Chandigarh
Excellent
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sector 8
Sector 18
While Sector 18 isn't home to many top sights, Sector 17 Market and Gurudwara Singh Sabha are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sector 19
While Sector 19 may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do 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
When in Sector 26, you can plan a visit to Sukhna Lake and Elante Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sector 21
Though Sector 21 may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sector 17 Market and Gurudwara Singh Sabha.
Sector 28
While Sector 28 may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Elante Mall and Sukhna Lake.
