Top 6 must-visit Weekend Getaways from Delhi

Alex James

Weekend Getaways from Delhi

 

India’s capital Delhi has some of the best relaxing and astonishing places to visit which is perfect for a weekend or a Gateway. Since it’s quite exhausting living in a Metropolitan city like Delhi, one should escape from the daily stress by going out for a short vacation. 

Adventures are always fun. Isn’t it? So why not escape from the daily routine and spend some quality time with your loved ones in these beautiful Getaways? So, here are the best of 6 Weekend Getaways from Delhi that you must visit- 

 

  • Shimla- The Queen Of Hills

One of the best ways to spend your weekend near Delhi is by visiting Shimla – The Queen Of Hills. Once the Summer Capital of the British during their reign, this lovely place still has the fresh colonial air intact and has become a great tourist attraction.

 

  • Must-visit places:

 

  • Jakhoo Temple
  • Christ Church
  • Chadwick Falls
  • Scandal Point and (many more).

 

  • Travel time: 7 hours 38 mins 342.9 Km. 

 

  • Best time to visit: Throughout the year, excluding the monsoon season. 

 

  • Best Hotels:

 

  • The Orchid Shimla (5.0⭐)
  • The Grand Madhushala (4.6⭐)
  • Snow Lotus (4.5⭐) 
  • Grand White Hotel (4.5⭐)

 

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    2. Jaipur – The Pink City

 

Jaipur- The ‘Pink City’, which is located in Rajasthan has always been a go-to weekend place for Delhiites. This city is an ideal place for tourists, having Forts And Palaces and attractive tourist attractions which offer a refreshing break from Delhi.

 

  • Must-visit Places: 

 

  • Amer or Amber Fort
  • Jaigarh Fort
  • Jantar Mantar
  • Birla Mandir and (many more).

 

  • Travel time: 5 hours 14 mins, 281 Km.

 

  • Best time to visit: Early November – February 

 

  • Best Hotels: 

 

  • Nahar Singh Haveli (4.5⭐) 
  • The Raj Palace (4.5⭐)
  • Mahal Khandela Hotel (4.4⭐)
  • Hotel Milestone (4.3⭐)

 

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3. Nainital- The Lake Paradise 

 

Nainital, popularly named after the Naini Lake is one of the most popular hill stations of Uttarakhand. The sublime beauty is blessed with wonders and is an ideal place for weekend getaways from Delhi to family vacationers and honeymooners. 

 

  • Must-visit Places: 

 

  • Naini Peak
  • Naina Devi Temple
  • Tiffin Top Viewpoint
  • St. John’s Church and (many more). 

 

  • Travel time: 6 hours 50 mins, 334.3 Km.

 

  • Best time to visit: Throughout the year excluding the monsoon season. 

 

  • Best Hotels: 

 

  • Karinya Villas (4.6⭐)
  • Paradise Homestay (4.4⭐) 
  • Jj’s Village Eco Resort (4.3⭐)
  • Hotel Vista (4.3⭐)

 

4. Agra- The Taj City

 

 Agra, lying on the banks of river Yamuna in Uttar Pradesh is one of the best places for weekend getaways from Delhi. Offering the rich Mughal history, architectural marvels, and its famous Taj Mahal which is one of the Seven Wonders Of The World makes this place a blessing to your eyes. 

 

  • Must-visit Places:

 

  • The Taj Mahal 
  • Fatehpur Sikri 
  • Mehtab Bagh
  • Intimad-ud-daulah’s Tomb and (many more). 

 

  • Travel time: 4 hours 3 mins, 233.1 Km.

 

  • Best time to visit: October to July.

 

  • Best Hotels: 

 

  • Hotel Taj Sojourn (4.5⭐)
  • Maharaja Homestay (4.6⭐)
  • Taj Street Hotel (4.7⭐)
  • Hotel Royale Regent (4.4⭐)

 

5. Vrindavan and Mathura- The Cradle Of Lord Krishna 

 

Mathura and Vrindavan are one of the most popular religious sites in India because the former was the birthplace of Lord Krishna while the latter was where he spent his childhood. This place is therefore a must-visit for devotees and religious people. 

 

  • Must-visit Places:

 

  • Kusum Sarovar
  • Radha Kund
  • Kans Quila
  • Mathura Museum and (many more).

 

  • Travel Time: 3 hours 3 mins, 183 Km.

 

  • Best time to viisit: October to March.

 

  • Best Hotels: 

 

  • Radha Krishna Bhavan (4.5⭐)
  • The Vrindwoods (4.5⭐)
  • Braj Yatra Dham (4.5⭐) 
  • Kadamb Spiritual Stay (4.4⭐)

 

6. Jim Corbett National Park

 

Corbett finds its place right on the top when it comes to top weekend getaways from Delhi. Founded in 1936, it is one of the oldest National Parks comprising a vast variety of flora and fauna and the famous– Bengal Tiger.

 

  • Must-visit Places:

 

  • Dhikala Zone
  • Jhirna Zone
  • Durga Devi Zone
  • Dhela Safari Zone and (many more). 

 

  • Travel time: 6 hours 4 min, 279 Km.

 

  • Best time to Visit: 

 

  • Jhirna and Sonanadi Zones– Throughout the Year.
  • Dhikala And Durga Devi Zone– Open From Mid-Mid-June To Mid-June.
  • Birjani Zone– October- June.

 

  • Best Hotels: 

 

  • Camp Hornbill, Kyari (5.0⭐)
  • Vow Resorts and Spa (5.0⭐)
  • The Rangers Reserve (4.5⭐)
  • Tiger Camp Resort (4.5⭐)

 

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