Sabarmati Ashram is a riverside Ahmedabad site where Mahatma Gandhi lived and worked from 1917 to 1930. You can visit its memorial museum and historic grounds, with free admission and daily opening hours listed as 08:30 to 18:30.
- Location: On the bank of the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
- Opening pattern: Open daily
- Admission: Free.
- Suggested visit duration: About 3 hours.
Why Sabarmati Ashram matters
Sabarmati Ashram is closely tied to Gandhi’s work in India’s independence movement and his departure on the Salt March. Its history gives the grounds and museum a clear focus: the life, writing and ideas of Gandhi and the people who worked alongside him.
Gandhi first settled at Kochrab Ashram in 1915, then moved to the Sabarmati site in 1917. He lived and worked here until 1930, when he set out from the ashram on the Salt March to Dandi. He did not return afterward.
The ashram sits on a 36-acre site beside the river. Mature trees shade the grounds, and the former prayer area has a view of the Sabarmati. That setting is part of the visit: the site includes places for prayer and daily life as well as the memorial museum.
What to see at the ashram
The ashram combines historic buildings and outdoor spaces with the Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya, its memorial museum. You can take in the grounds and museum together, allowing about 3 hours for a visit.
Hriday Kunj, Gandhi’s former living quarters, is among the best-known buildings in the complex. Other places include Vinoba-Mira Kutir, a prayer ground, a guest house and a cottage-industries training building. The site’s current visitor guidance says Hriday Kunj can be viewed from outside; entry inside is temporarily restricted for conservation work, so check the official site before you go.
The Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya was designed by architect Charles Correa. Its collections include written and pictorial documentation, paintings, Gandhian literature and an archive of Gandhi’s letters.
An outlet on the premises sells books, Khadi clothes, charkha showpieces and products from rural industries. For another Ahmedabad history-focused outing, you can pair this visit with an Ahmedabad Old City itinerary.
Hours, entry and visitor facilities
Admission to Sabarmati Ashram is free, and it is open daily throughout the year, including public holidays. Published hours range from 08:30 to 18:30, so check the official site before you go.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 10:00–18:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Schools and large groups are asked to contact the ashram in advance to arrange a free guided tour. Free parking is available on the grounds.
Personal photography and video are permitted in public outdoor spaces and galleries, subject to restrictions. Flash and other artificial lighting are prohibited; tripods, selfie sticks inside the premises, microphones, props and similar external equipment are also restricted. Professional photography and filming, including drone shoots, require prior written permission from the administration.
Plan to keep noise low, dress appropriately and put rubbish in the bins provided. The guidelines also ask visitors not to touch displays. Smoking, tobacco, alcohol and drugs are not permitted on the property.
How do you get to Sabarmati Ashram from central Ahmedabad?
Sabarmati Ashram is at Gandhi Ashram, Gandhi Smarak Sangrahalaya, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380027. It is about 3.0 km from Rudra Royale Hotel; confirm your route before setting out.
Ahmedabad’s main railway station is in the Kalupur area, and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Airport serves the city.
The ashram is a city visit rather than a stop at the airport or railway station. If you are planning trips around Ahmedabad by public transport, the Ahmedabad Metro guide to stations and routes covers the metro network.
FAQs
What are the Sabarmati Ashram hours?
Open daily. The ashram is open throughout the year, including public holidays.
Are Sabarmati Ashram tickets free?
Yes. Admission to the ashram is free, and schools or large groups can contact the ashram in advance about arranging a free guided tour.
How long should you allow for a visit?
The Ahmedabad municipal heritage listing gives an approximate visit duration of 3 hours.
Can you go inside Hriday Kunj?
The ashram’s visitor guidance says Hriday Kunj can be viewed from outside, while entry inside is temporarily restricted for conservation work. Check the official site for current visitor guidance.