Things to Do in Noida: Places to Visit and Where to Stay

The main things to do in Noida are shopping at DLF Mall of India and Sector 18's Atta Market, birdwatching at Okhla Bird Sanctuary, walking the Noida Botanical Garden and Rashtriya Dalit Prerna Sthal, and visiting ISKCON Noida, Worlds of Wonder and Film City, with Akshardham a short drive across the Delhi border. Most of these sit in a tight cluster around Sectors 16 to 38A, so two Saltstayz hotels, Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida and Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro, put you within a few kilometres of the main sights.

This guide groups Noida tourist places by type, adds the nearest Saltstayz hotel for each, and ends with a one-day plan, seasonal tips and answers to common questions.

Shopping and entertainment

DLF Mall of India, Sector 18

Opened in February 2016, DLF Mall of India covers about 2 million sq ft over seven floors, with more than 300 brands, a food court and a seven-screen PVR cinema. It sits beside Noida Sector 18 metro station on the Blue Line, so it is easy to reach without a car.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro: 3.3 km, about 6 minutes outside peak hours. Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida: 3.3 to 4.2 km depending on route, about 7 minutes outside peak hours.

Atta Market, Sector 18

Atta Market is Noida's main street shopping area, next to Sector 18 metro station on Captain Vijyant Thapar Marg. Expect footwear, clothing, bags, jewellery, home goods, electronics and accessories, plus fast-food outlets and street snacks. Combine it with DLF Mall of India nearby.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro: 2.0 km, about 7 minutes outside peak hours. Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida: 2.3 km, about 9 minutes outside peak hours.

The Great India Place and Worlds of Wonder, Sector 38A

The Great India Place opened in 2007 and shares a boundary with Worlds of Wonder, Noida's amusement and water park. Worlds of Wonder has rides and a separate water park section; the water park usually runs from March to October, with dates shifting with the weather. Check the park's own site for current timings before you go.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro or Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida, both in central Noida.

Parks, nature and culture

Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Declared in 1990, the 3.5 sq km sanctuary sits at the Okhla barrage, where the Yamuna enters Uttar Pradesh from Delhi. More than 300 bird species have been recorded here, and winter brings large flocks of migratory water birds. Carry binoculars and go early in the day. The Magenta Line has a station named Okhla Bird Sanctuary.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida or Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro, both in central Noida.

Noida Botanical Garden, Sector 38A

Officially the Botanic Garden of Indian Republic, this 164.85 acre garden was set up by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in 1997 and has been open since 2002. It sits along the Yamuna and is a calm place for a morning walk. Botanical Garden metro station is an interchange between the Blue and Magenta lines.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro: Botanical Garden metro station is 2.4 km, about 5 minutes outside peak hours.

Rashtriya Dalit Prerna Sthal and Green Garden

Opened on 14 October 2011, this memorial park along the Yamuna honours social reformers including Gautama Buddha, Sant Kabir, Jyotiba Phule and B. R. Ambedkar. It has large statues, a memorial museum and rows of sandstone elephants, set in wide green lawns. In summer, visit early or late in the day.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida or Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro, both in central Noida.

ISKCON Noida, Sector 33

The ISKCON temple at A-5, Sector 33, opened in February 2014. Its deities include Sri Sri Radha Govind, Gaura Nitai, and Jagannath, Baladeva and Subhadra. The nearest metro stations are Noida City Centre and Noida Sector 18.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro or Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida, both in central Noida.

Noida Film City, Sector 16A

Founded in 1988, Film City is a media hub with film and TV studios, including Marwah Studios, and offices of many national news channels. It is a working production zone, so access is limited; ask about guided studio tours in advance rather than turning up.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro: 3.6 km, about 7 minutes outside peak hours.

Nearby: across the Delhi border and Greater Noida

Swaminarayan Akshardham, Delhi

Akshardham is closed on Mondays. From Tuesday to Sunday, first entry is at 10 am and last entry at 6:30 pm. Mobile phones, cameras and bags are not allowed inside; a free cloakroom is available before security. The water show runs after sunset and needs a separate ticket.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida: 6.5 km, about 11 minutes outside peak hours. Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro: 10.3 km, about 17 minutes outside peak hours.

India Expo Centre and Mart, Greater Noida

Trade fairs and exhibitions are held at India Expo Centre and Mart in Knowledge Park II, Greater Noida. The nearest metro station is Knowledge Park II. If you are visiting for an exhibition, a hotel on the Expressway side is more practical than central Noida.

Nearest Saltstayz: Saltstayz Premier Pari Chowk near Expo Centre in Greater Noida, or Saltstayz Autograph Advant and Sector 144 and Saltstayz Premier Noida Sector 135 Expressway on the Expressway side.

Getting around Noida

1. Blue Line (Delhi Metro): runs through central Noida via Sector 15, Sector 16, Sector 18 and Botanical Garden to Noida Electronic City, and west into Delhi towards Dwarka Sector 21.
2. Magenta Line: starts at Botanical Garden and runs into Delhi via Okhla Bird Sanctuary station.
3. Aqua Line (Noida Metro): 21 stations from Noida Sector 51 to Depot station in Greater Noida, opened in January 2019. Change to the Blue Line at Sector 52 by the footbridge from Sector 51.
4. From the hotels: Sector 15 metro is a 550 m walk (about 8 minutes) and Sector 16 metro a 450 m walk (about 6 minutes) from Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida. Sector 18 metro is a 1.4 km walk (about 20 minutes) from Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro.
5. Airport: IGI Airport Terminal 3 is 29.5 to 31.7 km from the Sector 15 hotel and 32.8 km from the Sector 26 hotel, about 50 minutes at night. Allow much longer in daytime traffic.
6. Cabs and autos: app cabs and autos cover short hops between sectors where the metro does not reach.

One-day plan

1. Early morning: Okhla Bird Sanctuary in winter, or the Noida Botanical Garden at other times of year.
2. Late morning: Rashtriya Dalit Prerna Sthal.
3. Lunch and afternoon: Atta Market for street shopping and snacks, then DLF Mall of India for the cinema or a rest from the heat.
4. Evening: arati at ISKCON Noida, or Akshardham and its water show on any day except Monday.

With children, swap the afternoon for Worlds of Wonder and keep the evening short.

Seasonal tips

1. Winter: the season for migratory birds at Okhla. Mornings can be foggy, so allow extra time on the roads.
2. Spring: pleasant for outdoor sights such as the Botanical Garden and Dalit Prerna Sthal.
3. Summer: plan outdoor visits for early morning and spend afternoons indoors at the malls. The Worlds of Wonder water park is usually open from March.
4. Monsoon: carry rain gear and check that outdoor attractions are open on the day.

Where to stay in Noida

Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida in Sher Singh Market, Sector 15, is a short walk from Sector 15 and Sector 16 metro stations and lists a restaurant, a gym and parking subject to availability. Akshardham is 6.5 km away.

Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro at Plot 73, D-Block, Sector 26, is 2.0 km from Atta Market, 3.3 km from DLF Mall of India and 3.6 km from Film City.

For business parks, the Expressway and exhibitions, choose Saltstayz Autograph Advant and Sector 144, which lists a swimming pool, a gym and a conference room, or Saltstayz Premier Noida Sector 135 Expressway at Plot 01, Block NL, Sector 135.

Direct bookings include a 12 PM check-in, free cancellation until 6 PM on the day of arrival and pay at hotel. Compare all hotels in Noida. Planning more of the NCR? Read our guides to things to do in Gurgaon and weekend getaways from Delhi.

Frequently asked questions

What are the main places to visit in Noida?

DLF Mall of India, Atta Market, Okhla Bird Sanctuary, Noida Botanical Garden, Rashtriya Dalit Prerna Sthal, ISKCON Noida, Worlds of Wonder and Film City. Akshardham is just across the Delhi border.

Which Saltstayz hotel is closest to DLF Mall of India?

Saltstayz Premier Noida near Sector 18 Metro is 3.3 km away, about 6 minutes outside peak hours. Saltstayz Premier Sector 15 Noida is 3.3 to 4.2 km away.

Is Akshardham open on Mondays?

No. Akshardham is closed every Monday. From Tuesday to Sunday, first entry is at 10 am and last entry at 6:30 pm.

When should I visit Okhla Bird Sanctuary?

Winter is the season for migratory water birds. Go early in the morning for the most activity.

Can I get around Noida by metro?

Yes. The Blue Line runs through central Noida and into Delhi, the Magenta Line starts at Botanical Garden, and the Aqua Line links Noida Sector 51 with Greater Noida.

Where should I stay for an exhibition at India Expo Mart?

Saltstayz Premier Pari Chowk near Expo Centre is the Saltstayz hotel in Greater Noida, near the Expo Centre. Saltstayz Autograph Advant and Sector 144 and Saltstayz Premier Noida Sector 135 Expressway also suit Expressway trips.