Sector 17 Travel Guide
Chandigarh
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.
Gurudwara Singh Sabha
Enjoy a stop at Gurudwara Singh Sabha, an entertaining place to visit in Chandigarh. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its shops.
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.
Things to do
Chandigarh: Private Car Hire with Driver and Flexible Hours
Highlights of the Chandigarh (Guided Half Day City Tour)
Top hotels in Sector 17
Hyatt Centric Sector 17 Chandigarh
"Excellent place to stay in Chandigarh, right in the heart of Sector 17. The rooms are modern, comfortable, and well-maintained. The restaurant has a great ambiance, making it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. Highly recommended for both business and leisure travelers visiting the city."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Taj Chandigarh
Hotel Oyster
"Clean room, a little small, but ok, nice shower, very nice and helpfull staff, good food, nice roof top restaurant & bar. Market with nice shops (books, fine clothes & computer) and small restaurants nearby. Quiet and spacefull places under huge baniantrees with lots of birds & squirls..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hotel Downtown
Hotel City Heart Premium
"Nice and clean place, helpful staff."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2025
The Fern Residency Chandigarh
"Family’s take multiple rooms and make noise. Some decorum has to be maintained after certain time."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sector 17
Sector 18
While Sector 18 isn't home to many top sights, Sector 17 Market and Zakir Rose Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Sector 9
While Sector 9 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 Government Museum and Art Gallery.
Sector 22
When in Sector 22, you can plan a visit to Sector 17 Market and Gurudwara Singh Sabha, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sector 8
While Sector 8 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 Government Museum and Art Gallery.
Sector 7
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sector 7 and surrounding area, you can visit Sukhna Lake and Sector 17 Market.
Sector 35
While Sector 35 isn't home to many top sights, Sector 17 Market and Gurudwara Singh Sabha are some notable places to visit nearby.
