If you are visiting the host cities of India for the ICC T20 World Cup, there’s a lot more you can explore aside from the clashes

The ICC T20 World Cup 2026 is being jointly held by India and Sri Lanka, and therefore, both neighbouring nations are expecting an influx of tourists during the World Cup season. If you are one such cricket enthusiast who is visiting the host cities of India, check out this carefully curated guide by us that will allow you to explore these cities when cricket action is on break.

Kolkata - City of Joy

Kolkata’s iconic Eden Gardens are scheduled to host a match or two, and if you are in the city, you should find time to visit places such as the Victoria Memorial, the Indian Museum, Jorasanko Thakurbari, Vijaydurg Fort, and Netaji Bhawan— there are more places, but these are our top recommendations.

Mumbai - The City That Never Sleeps

Mumbai, known as India’s financial capital, is home to another of India’s historic Wankhede Stadiums, which saw India lift the ODI World Cup trophy in 2011. The city has no lack of tourist spots, and our top recommendations are Gateway of India, Marine Drive, Elephanta Caves, Siddhivinayak Temple, Bandra-Worli Sea Link, Juhu Beach, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, and Bollywood Film City.

Chennai - Gateway of South India

Down south, the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is one of the host stadiums, and the city has several tourist places. If you visit Chennai, the tourist spots that must be on your checklist are Marina Beach, Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Fort St. George, San Thome Basilica, Elliot’s Beach, Government Museum, Valluvar Kottam, Guindy National Park, and Dakshina Chitra.

New Delhi – Capital of India

The capital of India, New Delhi, is also one of the host cities. Like other cities, New Delhi is one of the most popular tourist destinations in India. So, if you visit the capital, the places you must visit are the India Gate, Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, Akshardham Temple, Jama Masjid, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Chandni Chowk, and Connaught Place. Not to forget, if you have one whole day in your hands, travel to Agra and get a view of the world-famous Taj Mahal.

Ahmedabad - Financial Capital of Western India

Finally, Ahmedabad is the fifth city that is scheduled to host the final of the tournament in the scenario that involves no PAK in the final. Not to forget, several other matches are to be hosted by the city, and if you are there, the top tourist spots that must be on your bucket list are Sabarmati Ashram, Akshardham Temple, Adalaj Stepwell, Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Kankaria Lake, Jama Masjid, Calico Museum of Textiles, Riverfront, and Sarkhej Roza.

In addition to the tourist attractions mentioned in this article, be sure to explore local cuisines at old restaurants and street-side food stalls, as India’s food is as diverse as the country itself, with culinary styles varying every 100 kilometres.