Short answer: The best-known glass bridges and skywalks in India are at Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu (over the sea), Vagamon in Kerala, Rajgir in Bihar and Kailasagiri in Visakhapatnam. In Rishikesh, Bajrang Setu — a suspension bridge over the Ganga with glass walkways, built to replace the old Lakshman Jhula — was reported complete in July 2026, with ticketed access still being arranged at that time. Opening hours, ticket prices and visitor limits change, so check locally before travelling for any of them.
The main ones compared
| Bridge | Where | What it is | Status in published reports |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanyakumari glass bridge | Tamil Nadu | 77 m long, 10 m wide bridge over the sea between the Vivekananda Rock Memorial and the Thiruvalluvar statue | Inaugurated 30 December 2024 |
| Vagamon glass bridge | Idukki, Kerala | 40 m cantilever walkway over the hills | Opened September 2023; small groups admitted at a time |
| Rajgir glass bridge | Nalanda, Bihar | About 85 ft (25 m) long, roughly 200 ft above a valley, inside a nature park | Inaugurated March 2021; separate ticket |
| Kailasagiri skywalk | Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh | 55 m cantilevered glass skywalk on a hilltop above the Bay of Bengal | Opened 1 December 2025; visitors admitted in batches |
| Bajrang Setu | Rishikesh, Uttarakhand | 132.3 m suspension bridge over the Ganga with glass footpaths on both sides | Work reported complete in July 2026; fee and operator pending then |
What walking on one is like
- You wear cloth shoe covers and walk in a small timed group; staff control the numbers.
- The glass is laminated in several layers. It can look scratched or cracked on the top layer without being unsafe, but closures for repair are common.
- Bags, tripods and food are usually not allowed on the glass.
- Expect queues on weekends and holidays; the walk itself lasts minutes.
Before you go
- Check that it is open. Bridges close in rain, high wind and for maintenance. At Bajrang Setu, a glass panel was reported damaged in April 2026 before opening.
- Check the ticket. Prices and time limits change; some sites sell tickets only at the counter.
- Go early on a clear weekday for shorter queues and better views.
- Think about who is with you. Anyone with vertigo, or small children who may panic, can use the solid edge or skip it.
- Do not plan a whole trip around one bridge. Each is a short stop within a larger place worth seeing.
Pair it with
- Rishikesh: the aarti, rafting in season and the riverside — things to do in Rishikesh.
- Kanyakumari: sunrise and sunset from the southern tip.
- Vagamon: meadows and pine forest, with Munnar or Thekkady.
- Rajgir: Nalanda's ruins and the ropeway to the Peace Pagoda.
Planned in the Himalaya
A glass skywalk has been proposed at Mandi-Bharari in Bilaspur district on the Chandigarh–Manali highway, and ropeway projects have been announced around Tehri and between Dehradun and Mussoorie. These were proposals or under construction in 2026 reports, not attractions you can visit yet.
Check before you go
- Kanniyakumari district administration — glass bridge information.
- Uttarakhand Tourism — Rishikesh updates.
- India Meteorological Department — forecasts and warnings.
- HRTC online booking — state bus timetables and fares.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the glass bridge in India?
The best known are at Kanyakumari, Vagamon, Rajgir and Visakhapatnam, with Bajrang Setu at Rishikesh newly built.
Is the Rishikesh glass bridge open?
Bajrang Setu was reported complete in July 2026, with ticketing still being arranged. Check the current status before you go.
Which is the longest glass bridge in India?
It depends on the type. Kanyakumari's sea bridge is 77 m; Bajrang Setu is 132.3 m with glass footpaths along its sides.
Are glass bridges safe?
They are built with laminated glass and controlled visitor numbers. Follow staff instructions and avoid them in bad weather.
Is there a ticket?
Most charge an entry fee, which changes; confirm on site.
Compiled by the Funtoor team from published sources and official pages, last reviewed in October 2026. It is a planning guide, not a first-hand trip report; distances, fees, rules and timetables change and sources differ, so confirm anything time-sensitive before you travel.
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