Places in Pune for Kids that you Must Check Out this Summer!

While Pune offers its residents a moderate climate throughout the year, it does get a little difficult to pull off summers, on a few days. But kids? Well, they want to have fun during this time and make the best of their summer breaks along with working on their assignments. And hence, here we are, for all those parents like you who want to take their kids out and enjoy with them. Read this below and make your plans soon!

1. Lal Mahal

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Built by Chhatrapati Shivaji's Father, Shri Shahaji Bhosale, Lal Mahal is one of the topmost attractions in Pune that you must take your kids to this summer! Dive into the history of the place and how it was built to revive the destroyed city of Pune in 1630 CE. So, roam around the place to see the paintings of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and help your kids learn about the heritage of their city!

Where: Lal Mahal, Kasbapeth

Timings: 9 AM to 1 PM., 4 PM to 8 PM

Cost: Rs. 5

2. Imagica Snow Park

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Talk about kids and the place that pops into our heads is Imagica! Take your kid to the cool and enthralling Snow Park of Imagica this summer and protect them from any sunny day out. This area is spread across 15,000 feet and offers snowfall experiences where the kids can have fun through snow sports equipment such as sledges, toboggans and rafts! 

Where: Sangdewadi, Khopoli-Pali Road, Khopoli

Timimgs: 10 AM to 7:45 PM

Cost: Starts at Rs. 249

3. Mulshi Lake and Dam

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That one idea that we are sure your kids would love is camping near the lake. This is where they can enjoy the soothing breeze and spend some time playing around amidst nature. The picturesque landscape of Mulshi Lake and Dam, nestled between two hills, just provides you a chance to rent a lakeside cottage and enjoy the campfire at night! You can go hill climbing, fishing, crab catching and even go for a bullock cart ride with your kids here!

Location: Mula River, Mulshi

Timings: Timings vary according to the property around the lake

Cost: Cost varies as per the accommodations

4. Lohagad Fort

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Let your kids take in the sights of this hilltop and enjoy a cool breeze at Lohagad. The UNESCO Heritage site is located at a height of about 3,400 feet. However, it is an easy trek to take with the kids and also for first-time trekkers. While being here, you can also talk about the history of this place associated with Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to your kids and learn together!

Where: Lohagad Trek Road

Timimgs: 9 AM to 6 PM

Cost: No entry fees

5. National War Museum

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This summer break, help your kids know the history of the Indian soldiers who lay their lives for the pride of the country and visit the National War Museum. Herein, they get to see a glimpse of a MiG-23BN which was used in the Kargil war and you can talk about one of the biggest and hardest wars fought by India. You can also find here the replica of INS Trishul which offered its services in the India-Pakistan War of 1971 and Liberation of Goa. So, let's make this summer break meaningful for your kids!

Where: Prince Of Wales Drive, Ghorpuri Lines, Dobarvadi, Ghorpadi

Timimgs: 9 AM to 5:30 PM

Cost: No entry cost

6. Joshi’s Museum Of Miniature Railway

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Kids love trains, and if your child does too, this is one of the best museums you can take them to! Bhausaheb Joshi’s Museum of Miniature Railway is the only miniature rail museum in India. Not only does the museum have a number of miniature railways, but they also move through a miniature city in the shows that they run for the kids. The trains include a bullet train, a steam engine, and a mini sky train. So, this summer, skip the heat outside and take an indoor ride with the trains!

Where: Late GA Kulkarni Path, Kothrud

Timimgs: 9:30 AM to 5 PM

Cost: Rs. 90

7. Krushnai Water Park

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Dip into the swimming pools with your kids this summer at this Krushani Water Park and enjoy the adventure rides, and slides of different sizes and heights! Spread across 15 acres of verdant green landscape, you can take your kids for the wave pool, and rain dance while also making sure that you have a nice picnic with them here! So, why would you miss to miss out on this adventure and fun experience with your kids?

Where: Donje Gaon-Sinhagad Road, Sinhagad Base

Timings: 10 AM to 6 PM

Cost: Rs. 600 for kids and Rs. 700 for adults

8. Mahatma Phule Museum

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This is one of the best ways to escape the heat and help your kids learn about the pride of Maharashtra, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, the renowned Indian social and women’s rights activist. Visit the Mahatma Phule Museum, which was, originally, the residence of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule. You can introduce your kids to the heritage collection kept here dating back to the erstwhile time. Do not forget to check out the section dedicated to the display of amours and war memorabilia from the Maratha era. Plan the summer break in such a way that you don't miss this place!

Where: Ghole Road, Shivajinagar

Timimgs: 8 AM to 5:30 PM

Cost: No entry fee