Mukteswar, Siddheswar & Kedargauri temples : Mukteswar temple is near Parsurameshwar mandir. This 10 century temple is one of the most ornate temples in Bhubaneshwar. The ceiling carvings and stone arch are particularly striking but the beautiful ached torana in front, clearly showing Buddhist influence. Siddheswar (Lord Ganesh) is in the same compound, while Kedargauri mandir is over the road.

Raja Rani mandir : The temple is famous for it's ornate deul (temple sanctuary) and tower. The temple has statues of eight dikpalas (guardians), nymphs, embracing couples, elephants and lions languish in niches and decorate the pillars (Admission Rs 5).

Brahmeshwar mandir : This 9 century small temple has finely detailed sculptures with erotic elements.

State museum : It has Orissa's best collection of rare palm leaf manuscripts, traditional and folk musical instruments, Bronze age tools, an armoury and a fascinating display of Orissan tribal anthropology (Admission Rs 1, Monday closed).

Udayagiri & Khandagiri caves : The 1st century Jain rock cut shelters are ornately carved (Admission Rs 5, 15 caves). No bus, so take share auto from the city (6 km).