The national capital of India is a busy and a hectic city. For those of you looking to get away from the hustle of your busy lives, I’ve got you covered with 15 amazing places to visit around Delhi. The best part is you can save on travel time as these places are close to Delhi.

1) Almora :

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Almora is a beautiful cantonment town located on top of a mountain in Uttarakhand. Almora’s beauty is not confined to a single season and it retains its exotic beauty all throughout the year. This town is famous for its delicious cuisine. It is also known as the capital of Kumaon. Almora is famous among the wildlife lovers.

Distance from Delhi to Almora : 370 kilometers.

Things to do in Almora :

• Hiking.
• Shopping on mall road.
• Watch the sunrise and sunset from the hilltop.

Places to visit in Almora :

• Nanda Devi temple
• Binsar wildlife sanctuary

2) Agra :

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Agra is synonymous with the monument “Taj Mahal”. Taj Mahal is an architectural masterpiece built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan on the banks of the Yamuna river in 16th century AD. Taj Mahal is a symbol of undying love and this monument expresses that feeling with its grandeur. Apart from Taj Mahal, Agra also has other famous noteworthy attractions. This small and beautiful city has a lot to offer to anyone who comes to bask in its beauty.

Book your Chanjwal peak camping trip here.

Distance from Delhi to Agra : 230 kilometers.

Things to do in Agra :

• Go monument hopping.
• Explore the Mughlai culture and cuisine.

Places to visit in Agra :

• Taj Mahal (Duh!).
• Fatehpur Sikri.
• Bharatpur bird sanctuary.

3) Dalhousie :

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Dalhousie is a beautiful town located on five hills. It is referred to as “Mini Switzerland” among travellers. Dalhousie is a small and an unexplored paradise. It does not have many travellers, so if you love a peaceful and a calm getaway, Dalhousie is the place for you.

Distance to Dalhousie from Delhi : 550 kilometers.

Things to do in Dalhousie :

• Visit the Kalatop wildlife reserve.
• Go on waterfall hikes and revel in the cold water from the falls.

Places to visit in Dalhousie :

 

• Panchpula waterfall.

• Khajjiar lake.

• Dainkund peak.

 

4) Kasauli :

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Kasauli is a very famous hill station located in the Solan valley of the Himachal Pradesh. Kasauli is very famous for its calm and serene climate. This places is relatively unexplored and has a rustic charm to it which makes everyone fall in love with this place.

Distance to Kasauli from Delhi : 290 kilometers.

Things to do in Kasauli :

• Watch sunset from mountain peaks.
• Hiking and trekking are very popular because of the terrain.

Places to visit in Kasauli :

• Gilbert trail.
• Sunrise point.
• Hawa ghar.

5) Mussoorie :

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Mussoorie is a very famous hill station located in Uttarakhand district. It is situated at a distance of 35 kilometers from Dehradun. It derives its name from ‘mansoor’, a shrub which is indigenous to this area. It is perched on a ridge of 2 kilometers high and thus provides brilliant views due to its geographic elevation.

Distance to Mussoorie from Delhi : 280 kilometers.

Things to do in Mussoorie :

• Shop on the mall road.
• Feast on the Tibetan cuisine available in Mussoorie.
• Go waterfall hiking.

Places to visit in Mussoorie :

• Visit Lal Tibba.
• Explore Kempty falls.
• Frolic in Nahat estate.

6) Gwalior :

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Gwalior is an ancient and a historic town that has been ruled by many dynasties over the last few centuries. Gwalior has an ancient history dating back to the vedic age. It has a rich heritage and culture.

Distance to Gwalior from Delhi : 350 kilometers.

Things to do in Gwalior :

• Explore Chambal river sanctuary.
• Frolic in the Kuno national park.

Places to visit in Gwalior :

• Gwalior fort.
• Tansen’s tomb.
• Visvasan Sun temple.
• Chhatris of Scindias.

7) Lansdowne :

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Lansdowne is the home of the Garhwal rifles. Lansdowne is an offbeat travel destination. It showcases the colonial charm of a yesteryear India along with the beautiful scenic views. It offers a peaceful atmosphere which can recharge batteries of people.

Book your weekend trip to Shimla here.

Distance to Lansdowne from Delhi : 260 kilometers.

Things to do in Lansdowne :

• Watch the sunrise at the peak point.
• Understand the colonial roots of Lansdowne.

Places to visit in Lansdowne :

• St. Mary’s church.
• Army museum.

8) Hastinapur :

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Hastinapur was the capital of the ancient Kuru kingdom and it is described in the ancient text “Mahabharat”. Hastinapur boasts an immense amount of natural beauty which supports a diverse wildlife. Hastinapur also houses many beautiful and marvellous temples.

Distance to Hastinapur from Delhi : 155 kilometers.

Things to do in Hastinapur :  

• Go temple hopping.
• Learn the myths surrounding the ancient capital of the Kuru kingdom.
• Gawk at the varied wildlife in the wildlife sanctuary.

Places to visit in Hastinapur :

• Pandeshwar Mahadev temple.
• Jambudweep jain temple.

9) Manali :

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You knew this was coming in the list. How can one forget the most iconic hill station of our country? Manali is truly a blessing. Manali is covered with lush green forests and is surrounded by mountains on all sides as it lays in the lap of the Himalayas. The distinct climate and atmosphere of Manali is truly a backpackers and a traveller’s paradise.

Book your camping trip in Manali here.

Distance to Manali from Delhi : 530 kilometers.

Things to do in Manali :

• Trekking on the beautiful mountains of Manali is a treat.
• Watching sunrise and sunset atop the mountain peaks leads to a magical experience.

Places to visit in Manali :

• Rohtang pass.
• Hadimba temple.
• Solang valley.

10) Nainital :

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Nainital is a beautiful hill station located in the state of Uttarakhand. Nainital is known for its pleasant and serene climate. It is a coveted holiday destination as people flock to this place because of its calm vibes. Nainital is a perfect destination to go on a family vacation.

Distance to Nainital from Delhi : 300 kilometers.

Things to do in Nainital :

• Go on pleasant boating adventures.
• Cable car rides are an amazing experience.

Places to visit in Nainital :

• Nainital lake.
• Naina Devi temple.
• Snow view point.

11) Neemrana :

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Neemrana is an extremely beautiful place to visit in the winter season. It is located at the center of the Golden Triangle and it is also a very famous wedding location. The fort of Neemrana is perched atop a hill and it offers splendid views of the city.

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Distance to Neemrana from Delhi : 150 kilometers.

Things to do in Neemrana :

• Explore the fort of Neemrana.
• Soak in the heritage of Neemrana.

Places to visit in Neemrana :

• Neemrana fort.
• Kesroli hill fort.
• Buddha Vihara.

12) Jaipur :

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Jaipur is also known as “The pink city”. Jaipur is well known for it numerous forts and museums which showcase the architecture and the culture of a bygone era. Lots of tourists visit this beautiful city to bask in heritage of this beautiful city.

Distance to Jaipur from Delhi : 300 kilometers.

Things to do in Jaipur :

• Explore the forts of Jaipur.
• Learn the ancient heritage from the culture.

Places to visit in Jaipur :

• City palace museum.
• Jantar Mantar.
• Jaigarh fort.
• Hawa Mahal.

13) Rishikesh :

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Rishikesh is a famous place located on the banks of the River Ganga in Uttarakhand. This place doubles as a spot famous for adventure sports. White water rafting and boating in the Ganga river is an exciting experience one can get in this beautiful place.

Distance to Rishikesh from Delhi : 240 kilometers.

Things to do in Rishikesh :

• White water rafting.
• Boating.
• Trekking.

Places to visit in Rishikesh :

• Ram Jhula.
• Lakshman Jhula.
• Rajaji national park.

14) Kufri :

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Kufri is the perfect location for adventure seekers and adrenaline junkies. Kufri offers a plethora of fun activities one can choose from and enjoy. Kufri is covered in white snow during summer months and is covered in lush green forests in the summer months making this place a wonderland.

Distance to Kufri from Delhi : 360 kilometers.

Things to do in Kufri :

• Paragliding.
• Go karting.
• Adventure sports.

Places to visit in Kufri :

• Forest sanctuaries.
• Sunrise point.

15) Jim Corbett National park :

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Jim Corbett national park is a tiger reserve and a natural animal sanctuary. It is named after its founder ‘Jim Corbett’, the author the book ‘Man eaters of Kumaon’. One can witness the majestic bengal tiger in this beautiful unadulterated natural park. This park is a paradise for animal lovers as one can spot many wild and endangered animals roaming freely in their natural habitat.

Book your tour to the heart of Jim Corbett national park here.

Distance to Jim Corbett from Delhi : 230 kilometers.

Things to do in Jim Corbett national park :

• Go on adventurous wildlife tours.
• Camp amidst the animals.

Places to visit in Jim Corbett national park :

• Tiger reserve.
• Dhangarhi museum.