National Unity Day 2026: Visit Statue of Unity; check ticket prices, timings, highlights and how to reach

Statue of Unity sees heavy crowds around Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary on October 31. Explore more on ticket prices, timings, the evening laser show and how to reach Ekta Nagar.

New Delhi: India marks National Unity Day on October 31, the 151st birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the country’s first Home Minister, remembered as the Iron Man of India. Many travellers use the occasion to visit the Statue of Unity, the 182-metre monument standing on Sadhu Bet island in Gujarat’s Narmada district. Crowds build up around National Unity Day, so it helps to know the details before you set out.

Ticket prices vary by category, from a basic entry pass to a viewing gallery ticket and a faster express option. Opening hours, a weekly closure and an evening laser show also shape how you plan the day. Getting there is straightforward by air, rail and road, with Vadodara the nearest airport. Here is a guide to tickets, timings, booking options and routes to help you plan your visit before you leave.

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