Known For : Robber's Cave Sahastradhara Tapkeshwar Temple
Nestled amidst the Doon Valley, Dehradun is the most popular honeymoon place in Uttarakhand. Proudly boasting of a scenic backdrop of the Garhwal Himalayas, Dehradun has a pleasant climate all year round. Explore tourist spots, try thrilling adventure activities with each other, or watch a mesmerizing sunset with your partner.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Known For : Mussoorie Mall Road Kempty Falls Camel's Back Road
Mussoorie is a gorgeous hill station near Dehradun and is just the thing for honeymooners. It offers stunning views of Himalayan Mountains and is speckled with abundant greenery. There are plenty of beautiful hotels and cottages and the town is always bustling with tourists. Kempty Falls, Mall Road, Benog Hill and Jwalaji Temple are major attractions in Mussoorie.
Best Time: September to June
Known For : Skiing in Auli Trishul Peak Auli Ropeway
Auli is another popular honeymoon place in Uttarakhand. It is a popular skiing destination as the place becomes a snow haven in the months of winter. Dotted with the apple orchards, old oaks, and pine trees there is no dearth of natural beauty in Auli.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Known For : Rudradhari Falls and Caves Gwaldam Trek to Pinnath
Kausani is a hill station located in Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, 51km from Almora. The panoramic snow-clad view of the Himalayas in Kausani is dominated by Trisul, Nanda Devi and Panchuli peaks. With Pine tree forests, meandering creek, Kausani is ideal for honeymooners.
Best Time: April to June, September to December
Known For : Jungle Safari in Corbett National Park Corbett Waterfall River Rafting in Corbett National Park
Jim Corbett Park is much famed for its diverse wildlife, 600 species of birds and animals along with 488 species of plants. The Royal Bengal Tiger is the most celebrated wildlife animal in Jim Corbett and attracts tourists from all over India. However, its forested environment and presence of world-class resorts make it a honeymoon place in Uttarakhand for newlyweds.
Best Time: Mid October to Mid June
Known For : Naini Lake Snow View Point Mall Road Nainital
Located in the foothills of the Kumaon range and having the Himalayas as the backdrop, Nainital is named after its beautiful Naini Lake. It is one of the best honeymoon places in Uttarakhand. Naini lake offers a romantic boating ride which is just a perfect setting for newlyweds. Nanda Devi Temple is one of the prime attractions in Nainital from where one can enjoy breathtaking views of snow-capped Himalayan ranges.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Known For : Dhanaulti Adventure Park Eco Park, Dhanaulti Apple Orchard Resort
With minimal human intrusion, without overloading or overwhelming your senses or expectations, Dhanaulti slowly seeps into your conscience like a long lost pleasant dream, bringing with it comfort and quiet, making it an ideal honeymoon destination.
Best Time: September to June
Known For : Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary Bineshwar Temple Zero Point
Binsar is the highest hill station in the Kumaon range and provides a magnificent view of the Himalayas. Kedarnath, Nanda Devi, Shivling and Trishul are visible from the Zero Point. Dense forests and pleasant weather make Binsar a popular place for a honeymoon in Uttarakhand.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Known For : Chaubatia Orchards Majhkhali Golf Course
Ranikhet, also known as Queen's Meadow, is an off-beat honeymoon destination in Uttarakhand. The place is dotted with flowers of varied colours and is home to some rare species of flora and fauna. It is ideal for lovebirds and couples interested in trekking. The presence of old-world cottages adds to the charm of this serene place.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Known For : Bhulla Lake Tip N Top Tarkeshwar Mahadev Temple
Lansdowne is majorly a cantonment town and enjoys beautiful weather. Fog in the air, less crowded and super clean, Lansdowne make a perfect honeymoon place in Uttarakhand. There is a lovely lake too where couples can experience boating or just sit beside and talk the whole day.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Known For : Zero Point Jageshwar Kasar Devi
Cradled in the wilderness of Himalayan ranges, the sprawling town of Almora shaped like a horse-shoe is a hill station that boasts of a pre-British heritage and an idyllic vibe.
Best Time: Throughout the year
6000 ft high, Sitla is a hill station popular for its colonial-style bungalows. Tourists can engage in trekking expeditions of varying difficulty levels organised by the resorts in this romantic hilly town.
Known For : Tiger Falls Deoban Budher Caves
Postcard size houses, mystical hills, an unruffled environment and birds chirping in the background, this is what describes Chakrata the best. The small and quaint town of Chakrata is an idyllic honeymoon place for those couples who just want to be with each other and do not want many tourists around.
Best Time: Throughout the year
Known For : Tungnath Temple Deori Tal Tungnath and Chandrashila Trek
Chopta, a small hamlet located in Uttarakhand, is a trekker's heaven. The base camp of treks like Tugnanath, Deoria Tal and Chandrashila, Chopta is an ideal destination for those couples who want to have some adventure on their honeymoon and go on a guided trek.
Best Time: March to June
Much-coveted honeymoon places in Uttarakhand have made it a favourite destination for romantic getaways. It depends on the honeymoon couple what kind of place they prefer. While some hill stations are quite popular and are always busting with activities, some are quieter and less crowded.