The Kanpur Zoo was opend in 1971 and ranks among one of the best zoos in the country. It is an ideal place for outdoor life and picnics amongst picturesque surroundings.

It is a park in the heart of the city on the Mall Road. In the centre of the park is a building known as Ganesh Shanker Vidyarthi Memorial. After the first World War there was an Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Hospital in this building. It is now known as Ganesh Udyan. it is generally used for public meetings. A part of the garden is specially well maintained where the annual flower shows are held. It also has a Summer House and a large public library is situated here.

Formerly known as Memorial Well Garden. It is the biggest park in Kanpur and is situated in the heart of the city on theMall Road. After Independence, it has been renamed after Nararao Peshwa, the hero of the first War of independence in 1857. It is very beautifully laid out and contains a plant nursery.

This is drinking water reservoir of Kanpur Waterworks. It is situated in Benajhabar area of the city. The area around the Jheel or lake has lately been developed into a beautiful recreation grounds and children's park.

This is the best and most famous play ground of Kanpur. International Cricket matches are held here and it is considered to have one of the best pitches in the world. A big ground measuring 21 acres, 2 roofs and 2 posts, in the heart of the city of Kanpur was, perhaps in the very early days of pre and post-mutiny (1857) used as a parade ground. After normalisation, many Britishers who were in the industry formed a Sports Club and used this ground for cricket, football, hockey and other games. The first unofficial Test between the first Commonwealth Team and India was played on this ground in 1949-50. The capacity of this Stadium is over 35,000. It is under the process of expansion. A new Sir Padampet Singhania Pavilion, has been constructed which will provide more amenities to the players.

This holy and historical place is situated 21 kms away from Kanpur at the bank of holy river Ganga. Beside Kashi, the holy place Bithoor is decorated with maximum number of beautiful ghats. The Bithoor is also known as "Brahmvart" (The creation place of Manu and Satrupa). It is also believed that Maharshi Balmiki has created the first Mahagrantha of Hindu "Ramayana" here & Lav & Kush was born & brought up in his Aashram. Ramel is the place where Avadh Naresh Shri Ram met with Lav & Kush after Ashwamegha Yagya. Maharani Laxi bai passed her childhood here and this is the work place of freedom fighters Tatya Tope, Azimullah Khan, Mainavati & Nanarao Peshwa. The temples of Gupta period can also be seen 32 kms away from Kanpur. Kannauj, the city of perfumes is also situated on G.T. road 80 kms. away from Kanpur. The city was very famous during the period of Harshavardhan.

Other Places of Interest are: Tapeshwaridevi Temple, Vankhahdeshwar Temple, Anandeshwar Temple, Moti Jheel Tulsi Upvan-Children Park, Kamla Retreat, Zoological Garden, Nanarao Park-Ganesh Udyan, Prayag Narain Temple. Nanarao Ghat, Panki Hanuman Temple and Shyam Hari Singhania Art Gallary. Among other sites worth visiting at Kanpur are the Hanuman temple-Panki, Anandeshwar temple, Jageshwar temple, Dwarikadhish temple, Prayagnarayan temple, Kailash temple, Buddhadevi temple, Kherepati temple, Varahidevi temple, Bhairav temple and Tulsi Upvan (Moti Jheel).

The quiet and beautiful township of Bithoor is situated on the Kannauj Road, 27 km from Kanpur. Situated on the banks of the Ganga, this tranquil spot is of considerable historical and religious importance. According to Hindu scriptures Lord Brahma came to Utpalaranya, for the creation of mankind. The placewhich first witnessed the creation of mankind came to be known as Brahmavarta or the seat of Brahma. Later Brahma installed a Shivalinga which is still workshipped as Brahmeshwar Mahadeva at the principal ghat of Bithoor, the Brahmavarta Ghat. A nail of the horse shoe embedded in the steps of the ghat is an object of special reverence for devotees, considered to be of Brahma’s horse, while going for Ashwamedha Yajna. On the completion of the yajna, the forests of Utpalaranya became known as Brahmavarta, from which the popular name, Bithoor is derived. In later centuries Brahmavarta flourished as a capital of the kingdom of Utpalaranya, over which ruled the emperor Uttanpad. His son Dhruva penanced here in order to please Brahma. The place is pointed out to be Dhruva Teela. There is a small pool inside Valmiki Ashram, famous as Sita-Kund. Sita ‘Rasoi’ is still preserved, near which stands `Swarga Naseinee’ or Deep Malika Stambha, studded with niches all around for illumination. The tower has about 48 steps leading to its top which is surmounted by a cupola, from where one can heave a panoraic viewof the entire area. The existing Valmiki temple is said to have been rebuilt by Baji roa Peshwa in the 19th century. Later Brahmavarta fell into obscurity, only to regain prominence in the 18th century. During 1753-75 under the rule of Nawab Shuja-ud-daula, the administration of Bithoor was entrusted to Almas Ali Kha, who erected a mosque near Lakshman Ghat on the right bank of Ganga. Bithoor was the capital of the Pargana from 1811-819.

59 kms situated in Ghatampur tehsil, Bhitargaon houses a unique architectural specimen – a brick temple belonging to the Gupta era. The very first shrine with a Shikara, it dates back to 600 AD. Built of large bricks of size 0.47m x 0.22m x 0.07m, set in mud mortar, the total height of the temple is 15.41m inside the temple only the sanctum or garbhagriha and the porch exists. Above the sanctum there was an upper chamber which was damaged when the spire was struck by lightning some time in the 18th century. The most remarked feature of the temple is its recessed plan. The interior of the temple is plain but on the outside it is decorated with carved brickwork and numerous terracotta panels of skilful workmanship. The importance of the Bhitargaon temple lies in the fact that it is the sole surviving record of this early phase of temple architecture in India.

65 kms from Kanpur, the ancient site of Musanagar with innumerable munds deserved mention on account of the ancient temple of Muktadevi, which is said to have been built in Treta-Yug by Raja Bali. A large fair is held at Muktadevi temple on occasion of Kartik Poornima. Musanagar is also a rich archaeological site and has yielded a large number of artifacts and specimens of the post Harrapan, Shunga, Maurya and Kushana periods. The Muktadevi temple also offers an excellent view of the surrounding landscape. One can climb the roof of the temple dharamshala, from where can be seen the meandering Sengar river meeting the Yamuna down below, in a beautiful natural setting.

80 kms situated on the banks of the river Ganga, Kannauj was the 7th century capital of Emperor Harshvardhan’s empire, which encompassed the entire region between the rivers Satlej and Narmada and eastern Bengal. While all traces of this past have vanished, Kannauj is famous for its manufacture of essence (itr) used in perfumes.

The capital of Uttar-Pradesh, Lucknow is around 80km from Kanpur, well connected with Trains/Buses/Taxi. Lucknow is a city synonymous with the Nawabi Culture. The imperialistic splendour and magnificence of the Nawabi era has been glorified and eulogized down the ages by writers, poets and historians alike. At the same time its mystical elegance and amorous ethos has caught the fascination of many world famous romantics Known for its adab and Tehzeeb (cultural refinement). Lucknow is also associated with its legendary hospitality, leisurely moods of life, fabled edifices steeped in history, world renowned cuisine and exquisite Sham-e- Awadh. Tremors of time have not effaced Lucknow of its cultural heritage and traditions, which once contributed in creating the city incomparable in its times.

Kanpur is one of the biggest producer of Textile and Leather products and it is exported in bulk. About 50 Tons of air cargo is generated for leather products only and it is sent through surface transport to New Delhi and from New Delhi it is sent to outside India through air cargo. Apart from leather and textile industry, the fertilizer, chemicals, soaps, Pan Masala, hosiery and engineering industries are also operating in the city. The Stock yard of H.A.L. and SAIL are also located in the city. The largest nos. of ordinance factories are situated in the city. Gas Authority of India, NTPC and perfume industries of Kannauj are also near to Kanpur. STP (Software Technology Park) is also developing in Kanpur. The Directorate of Industries and Directorate of Handlooms are aslo situated in the city. The following famous companies have their offices/plants in Kanpur. Coca Cola, Pepsi, Duncans Fertilizers, Mirza Tanners, Super House, Kothari Products, Rotomac, BIC, NTC, Hindustan Lever, Nerolac, GCMMF(Amul), Ashok Spices, Goldie Spices,