- Rock Garden: Also known as Nek Chand's Rock Garden, this unique art park is a popular tourist attraction. It's a sprawling garden created from waste materials and rejected stones.
- Sukhna Lake: A beautiful artificial lake, created by damming the Sukhna Choe, that offers boating and scenic views.
- Rose Garden: Asia's largest rose garden, which features a wide variety of roses and flower species.
- Leisure Valley: A well-maintained park area that stretches from Sector 1 to Sector 10, offering walking paths, playgrounds, and gardens.
- Capitol Complex: Designed by Le Corbusier, the Capitol Complex is the seat of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and includes the Secretariat, Legislative Assembly, and Tower of Shadows.
- Government Museum and Art Gallery: A museum dedicated to showcasing the rich cultural heritage and history of the region.
- Open Hand Monument: A famous sculpture designed by Le Corbusier, symbolizing peace and openness.
- Chattbir Zoo: A zoo located on the outskirts of the city, housing a variety of animals and birds.
- Zakir Hussain Rose Garden: A beautiful park dedicated to former Indian President Zakir Hussain.
- Purkhuli Village: A historical village located near Chandigarh, known for its traditional architecture and heritage.