The Aurangabad city is known for its medieval monuments and cultural heritage. It has also been the seat of the Mughal Empire for a short period. The city houses Bibi-ka-Makbara, a tomb having resemblance to the Taj Mahal. Aurangabad becomes more important due to its proximity to world heritage sites of Ajanta and Ellora. These sites have Buddhist, Jain and Hindu temples. Aurangabad is also famous for its silk and cotton textiles known for their quality and texture.There are a number of important tourist spots beyond the city limits of Aurangabad. The cave temples of Ellora, listed among the World Heritage sites, are 30 km northwest of the city.

The world famous Buddhist caves at Ajanta, also a World Heritage site, lies 166 km northeast of Aurangabad. The Buddhist caves of Ajanta are world famous for their well-preserved frescoes (wall paintings), which vividly depict the lifestyle of that period. The fortress of Daulatabad is 13 km from Aurangabad and is situated en route Ellora. Khuldabad, the last resting place of Aurangzeb, is 3 km from Ellora. Grishneshwar temple, an important Hindu pilgrim place, is located in the village of Verul, near Ellora caves. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of India, where Lord Shiva is worshipped. Paithan,The city of Aurangabad was founded in 1610, on the site of a village, Khirki by Malik Ambar - the Prime Minister of Murtaza Nizam Shah II.

When Fateh Khan, Malik Ambar's son succeeded him in 1626, he gave the city the name 'Fatehpur'. Later in 1653, when Prince Aurangazeb became Viceroy of the Deccan, he made the city his capital and called it Aurangabad. The walls, which enclose the central part of the city, were added by Aurangazeb in 1686 in order to withstand attacks from the Marathas. There are four principle gateways to the city - the Delhi Darwaza, the Jalna Darwaza, the Paithan Darwaza and the Mecca Darwaza. Nine secondary gateways also formed a part of the defences of the city.

Hotel Ambassador Ajanta is the largest 5-star hotel in Aurangabad, the glorious "Ambassador Ajanta" is just a runaway from the airport. It is spread over 14 acres surrounded by lush green lawns, fountains, swimming pool, tennis courts, bar, jogging tracks, conference halls etc. It has been decorated and furnished in the traditional Mughal and Ajanta styles and is a perfect holiday resort.

Taj Residency Hotel Aurangabad is conveniently located 9 kilometres from the airport and 4 kilometres from the city centre. The hotel is a gateway to the World Heritage Sites of Ellora and Ajanta Caves. This palace-styled hotel offers spacious comfort and rich warm, hospitable service. All guestrooms including suites of the hotel, offers modern decor and excellent amenities.Taj Residency Hotel offers a distinctive dining experience, one that explores the nuances of the finest Indian and international cuisines, serving traditional and contemporary favourites. Guests are offered an excellent collection of wines at the garden bar

WelcomHotel Rama International is set amidst the quiet residential district of Chikalthana and is premier Resort hotel in Aurangabad (Maharashtra, India), surrounded by 14 acres of sprawling verdant gardens and considered one of finest hotels in the city. It offers a perfect blend of business and leisure facilities, 90 rooms & Suites, a Multi Cuisine restaurant, a bar-cum-coffee shop and indoor & outdoor recreational facilities, cater to the needs of executives on business travel as well as the tourist with time to spare.

Hotel Amarpreet Aurangabad is situated in the heart of city. It is one of the popular hotel of city offering mordern amenities and services, which any 3 star hotel provides. Elegant hospitality and personalised service adds on to its charm.Hotel Amarpreet provides 30 spacious & well lit rooms including 18 Deluxe rooms, 3 Executive rooms, 3 Executive deluxe suites, 6 Club rooms, 1 Presidential Suite full of coziness and comfort. Rear side rooms command a grand scenic view of the BiBi-Ka-Maqbara