Hill Stations near Patna

Known For : Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Tiger Hill Batasia Loop

Jaw-dropping locales, mesmerising sunrises, the untouched beauty of the hills, the old-world charm of the past, and the welcoming smiles of the local people all add up to make Darjeeling one of the most beautiful hill stations near Patna. Spread over a steep mountain ridge, nestled amidst acres of lush green tea plantations, Darjeeling stands at the height of 2,050 meters above sea level, thus boasting of cool climes all year round. This scenic hill station is the perfect getaway for a romantic honeymoon and is just around 700 kilometres away from Kolkata.

Distance from Patna: 516 km

Best Time: February to March, September to December

30 Darjeeling Attractions

Known For : Orchards Nathuakhan Mukteshwar

Tucked away in the lap of Himalayas in Nainital district of Uttarakhand, Ramgarh is one such hill station near Patna that boasts of unexplored natural beauty and old-world charm. It is perched at an elevation of 1789 metres above the sea level and is an idyllic spot of all you nature beaus. Blessed with impeccable views of snow-covered mountain peaks, Ramgarh is also called the "Fruit Bowl of Kumaon" because of the verdant orchards of apples, plums, peaches and apricots.

It was also a personal favourite of the renowned poet Rabindranath Tagore and social worker Narain Swamy.  Once the cantonment of the British, Ramgarh stands apart in its exquisiteness, solitude and enticing beauty. The captivating sunrise and sunset is an experience of a lifetime. It is an ideal getaway if you are looking for offbeat destinations to satiate your wanderlust.

Distance from Patna: 925 km

Best Time: October to May

9 Ramgarh Attractions

Known For : Hazaribagh National Park Canary hills Hazaribagh Jheel

Located in the Chhota Nagpur plateau, 93 Km away from Ranchi, Hazaribagh is a beautiful place with dense forests and natural formations including rock formations and lakes. The forests of this gorgeous hill station near Patna are mostly unexplored and are in its best and purest form with full of greenery.

Distance from Patna: 241 km

Best Time: October to March

5 Hazaribagh Attractions

Known For : Boudhanath Stupa Swayambhunath Temple Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu is the capital and the only metropolitan city of Nepal. The Kathmandu region is essentially a valley, surrounded by 4 prominent hills. This hill station near Patna city boasts of a huge amount of temples and spiritual places, making it a rather serene experience for the traveller.

Distance from Patna: 340 km

Best Time: September to November

46 Kathmandu Attractions

Known For : Phewa Lake Shanti Stupa, Pokhara Sarangkot

Pokhara is the second largest city after Kathmandu in Nepal. This hill station near Patna is also the base city for many treks in Annapurna range including the famous Annapurna circuit trek.

Distance from Patna: 461 km

Best Time: September to November

33 Pokhara Attractions

Known For : Venuvana Japanese Stupa Vulture's Peak or Griddhakuta

Rajgir is one of the most scenic hill stations near Patna. It is the town where the air that surrounds its beautiful sceneries carries hints of spirituality and vibrant hues of history with links with both Buddhism and Jainism.

Distance from Patna: 93 km

Best Time: October to March

29 Rajgir Attractions

Known For : Paragliding in Nagarkot Nagarkot Nature Trail Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail

Situated close to Kathmandu, Nagarkot is a popular hill station near Patna. This site provides incredible sightings of the majestic Himalayas.

Distance from Patna: 409 km

Best Time: October to March

8 Nagarkot Attractions

Known For : Maya Devi Temple Bodhi Tree, Lumbini Mayadevi Pond

Lumbini is another hill station near Patna. Popularly known as Lord Buddha's birthplace, Lumbini is observed as a sacred site. 

Distance from Patna: 334 km

Best Time: April to May

20 Lumbini Attractions

Pelling, a beautiful town in the West district of Sikkim, is becoming the second biggest tourist destination in Sikkim after Gangtok. The main attraction of this hill station near Patna is the breath-taking sight of the Khangchendzonga and the neighbouring peaks. The famous Pemayangste monastery is less than a kilometre from here and is a major tourist hotspot. It also provides sites for mountain biking, rock climbing, village tours, meditations, educational studies and several other activities. The scenic town of Pelling is a perfect holiday destination for all nature lovers.

Distance from Patna: 573 km