Best Places in Maharashtra for Honeymoon and Romantic Getaways

Known For : Elephant's Head Point Chinaman's Falls Dhobi Waterfall

Often known as the 'Queen of Hills', Mahabaleshwar is a sought after honeymoon place in Maharashtra for romantic couples owing to its cosy weather, charming views, enticing valleys and mesmerising setting. The quaint hill town is also popular for its abundant strawberry plantations and also hosts a large scale strawberry festival annually.

Best Time: October to June

31 Mahabaleshwar Attractions

Known For : Paragliding Shinde Wadi hills Pawna Lake

Kamshet is a picturesque hill station in the Western Ghats, renowned for paragliding and flying schools. This place is regularly featured in the top 10 must-visit honeymoon places in Maharashtra for adventurous couples and for young couples looking for an escape from city life.

Best Time: October to June

7 Kamshet Attractions

Known For : Umbrella Falls Wilson Dam Kalsubai Peak

Bhandardara, a hill station nestled in the Sahyadri ranges of Maharashtra, has all the nature's blessings a place can get. The lush greenery, the humble waterfalls and high mountains make for the perfect romantic setting which is adored by all couples and honeymooners.

Best Time: June to March

7 Bhandardara Attractions

Known For : Kashid Beach Murud Janjira Fort Phansad Bird Sanctuary

Kashid is a beach town popular for its white sand and blue seas situated in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. It is the perfect honeymoon place in Maharashtra for couples looking for nothing but peace and quiet to accompany them.

Best Time: October to March

7 Kashid Attractions

Known For : Kaas Plateau Table Land Mahabaleshwar

Deriving its name from the five hills surrounding it, Panchgani is a popular hill station near Mahabaleshwar, famous for its various sunset/sunrise points and scenic valley view. It is a popular honeymoon place in Maharashtra for romantic couples. Other than the verdant green valleys, and soothing environment, the red, juicy strawberries are a major attraction of Panchgani.

Best Time: September to May

13 Panchgani Attractions

Known For : Alibaug Beach Kolaba Fort Water Sports in Alibaug

Steeped in colonial history, Alibaug is a quaint little town located about 110 kilometres from Mumbai, and is replete with sandy beaches, clean unpolluted air and plenty of forts and temples. This honeymoon place in Maharashtra is mostly crowded by young couples as it is relatively less crowded than the other beaches in Maharashtra.

Best Time: November to March

29 Alibag Attractions

Known For : Rajmachi Fort Visapur Fort Bedsa caves

Perched on the foothills of Sahyadri, Khandala is an ideal honeymoon place in Maharashtra for young couples with its scenic valleys, grassy hills, serene lakes and misty waterfalls. The natural beauty of Khandala blooms to its zenith and reveals a magical charm during the monsoons.

Best Time: Throughout the year

22 Khandala Attractions

Known For : Kolad River Rafting Tamhini Ghat Waterfalls Bhira Dam

Known for its cascading waterfalls, green meadows and picturesque backdrop of Sahyadris, Kolad is gaining traction as an adventure sports destination with provisions for rafting, rappelling, kayaking etc. So not only is it a favourite nest for the lovebirds, it is also visited by couples looking for adventure.

Best Time: June to March

11 Kolad Attractions

Known For : Tiger's Leap Rajmachi Fort Imagicaa

Lonavala is considered one of the best hill stations for a honeymoon in Maharashtra for much-in-love couples. The town boasts of resplendent scenery and perfect weather in addition to the several forts, monuments, waterfalls, hills and mountains for recreation and sightseeing.

Best Time: Throughout the year

41 Lonavala Attractions

Known For : Louisa point Charlotte lake Monkey Point Matheran

Nestled amidst the Sahyadri range on the Western Ghats, Matheran is a cosy little hill station just 100 kilometres away from Mumbai, making it the perfect honeymoon place in Maharashtra. Matheran is the smallest hill station in all of India, but it is extremely popular among couples looking for a short trip amid spectacular vistas and serenity.

Best Time: Throughout the year

29 Matheran Attractions

Known For : Panchvati Sula Vineyard Dudhsagar falls, Nasik

Nasik is a religious Hindu city, host to the Kumbh Mela every 12 years. Apart from its temples, Nashik also has forts, waterfalls and vineyards to look out for. With multiple vineyards present in Nashik, the most popular being Sula, and the wine-tourism industry is mushrooming here, Nashik is slowly turning from a religious hotspot to one of the most romantic honeymoon places in Maharashtra.

Best Time: July to March

39 Nasik Attractions

Known For : Kondana Caves Peth Fort Trekking in Karjat

Karjat, a quaint little village is the last station of Thane district in Maharashtra. The many adventure activities in Karjat make it an ideal honeymoon place in Maharashtra for couples who enjoy trekking, hiking and other adventure activities.

Best Time: June to September

11 Karjat Attractions

Known For : Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve Moharli Khosla

Famous for its natural heritage, Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve is definitely one of India's most exciting and best protected Tiger reserves, with the most visible tiger sightings. It is a good honeymoon place in Maharashtra for couples looking for an adventurous experience.

Best Time: October to March

6 Tadoba Attractions

Aamby Valley is a beautiful township about 24 kilometres from Lonavala. The 10,000-acre hilly terrain that the township now occupies has been converted into a splendid landscape through designs that are best suited for the environment and are especially popular among young couples and honeymooners.

Known For : Grishneshwar Temple Bibi ka Maqbara The Ajanta caves

Aurangabad declared as the Tourism Capital of Maharashtra is a famous tourist hub that greets its visitors with a richly woven tapestry of sights and sounds. The town is used as the base to explore the extremely famous caves of Ajanta and Ellora, Daulatabad For, Mausoleums of Aurangzeb and Bibi-Ka-Maqbara. It is a good honeymoon place in Maharashtra for couples who love. history and culture.

Best Time: October to March

37 Aurangabad Attractions

Known For : Amboli Falls Madhavgad Fort Shirgaonkar Point

Amboli lies in the Sahyadri hills in the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra. It is the last hill station of Maharashtra before the plains of Goa begin and is a relatively unexplored one. Amboli receives the highest rainfalls in Maharashtra and thus remains pleasant all around the year.

Best Time: June to September

7 Amboli Attractions

Known For : Murud Janjira Fort Murud Beach Garambi Falls

Murud is known for its widespread sandy beaches adorned with majestic forts and outlined by palms and coconut trees, creating a perfect holiday scenery. It is a perfect honeymoon place in Maharashtra for young couples and newlyweds who are looking for peace and tranquillity to spend some quality time together.

Best Time: Throughout the year

7 Murud Janjira Attractions

Known For : Malshej Falls Pimpalgaon Joga Dam Harishchandragad

Malshej Ghat is a mountain pass and a popular hill station, nestled in the Western Ghats of Maharashtra. With its numerous lakes, waterfalls, mountains, and verdant flora and fauna, Malshej Ghat is a good place for a honeymoon in Maharashtra for couples who love hiking and trekking.

Best Time: July to March

4 Malshej Ghat Attractions

Known For : Trekking in Ratanwadi Ratangad Fort Trek Amruteshwar Temple

Ratanwadi is a village near Bhandardara of the Kalsubai peak in Maharashtra. The rustic town is not only popular among the trekkers and adventure enthusiasts but also among honeymooners owing to the rich environs and pleasant climate.

Best Time: September to May

3 Ratanwadi Attractions

Known For : Tringalwadi Fort Vihigaon Waterfall Kalsubai Peak

Igatpuri is blessed with picturesque beauty and is a heaven for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts. It also has some of the highest peaks of the Sahyadri range. Igatpuri is a common favourite honeymoon place in Maharashtra among couples looking for a natural retreat or to spend some quiet quality time amidst bounteous nature.

Best Time: July to September

14 Igatpuri Attractions

Known For : Sightseeing in Lavasa Lakeside Promenade Bamboosa

Known as India's newest hill station, the Lavasa Corporation is constructing this private city. The city is a beautiful project, stylistically based on the Italian town Portofino. The gorgeous setting, pleasant atmosphere and ultra beautiful environs make this place one of the most romantic and favourite among couples.

Best Time: Throughout the year

5 Lavasa Attractions

Known For : Water sports Tarkarli Beach Karli backwaters

Tarkarli is famous for its long and narrow stretch of beach, with its pristine water, white sand, and of course Singhudurg, Maharashtra's popular sea fort. Tarkarli with a series of pristine beaches made up of white sand makes it an ideal choice for a honeymoon in Maharashtra.

Best Time: October to March

20 Tarkarli Attractions

Known For : Shaniwar Wada Aga Khan Palace Osho Ashram

There is a lot more to Pune than just its youthful vigour. Behind the modern façade of Pune lies the its beautiful hills and valleys, the ultra gorgeous environment and lovely climate. It is one of the most sought after romantic honeymoon places in Maharashtra.

Best Time: July to March

82 Pune Attractions

Known For : Lonar crater lake Gomukh Temple Daitya Sudhan Temple

Along with being famous for a crater that was formed over 50,000 years ago due to the collision of a meteorite on the surface of the region, Lonar is also famous for its rich natural heritage. The place is more on the quieter side and is usually preferred by couples seeking solace and serenity.

Best Time: October to March

4 Lonar Attractions

Known For : Trekking in Rajmachi

Rajmachi is a small village situated in the Sahyadri mountain range of the Konkan region of Maharashtra. Rajmachi has two fortified peaks - Shrivardhan and Manaranjan forts, located near two famous hills of Lonavala and Khandala. Mostly preferred by newly weds and young couples, the meandering roads and old world setting is ideal for romantic walks and long drives.

Best Time: June to September

1 Rajmachi Attractions

Known For : Bhimkund Melghat Tiger Reserve Narnala Fort

The scent of coffee enchants you as you enter the hill station city of Chikhaldara in the state of Maharashtra. Being the only coffee growing area in the region, Chikhaldara also boasts of beautiful lakes, breathtaking panoramic viewpoints and exotic wildlife, and allures young couples with its enchanting setting and aura.

Best Time: July to February

12 Chikhaldara Attractions

Known For : Jaigad Fort Swayambhu Ganpati Temple Jaigad Lighthouse

Situated in pretty surroundings, Ratnagiri is blessed with hills, sea shores, creeks, beautiful rivers, hot water springs, forests and water falls and offers a rejuvenating experience. This is one of the most popular honeymoon places in Maharashtra among couples looking for an escape amidst bounteous nature.

Best Time: October to March

29 Ratnagiri Attractions

Known For : Karnala Bird Sanctuary Karnala Fort Prabalgad Fort

Panvel is best known for all the forts that dot this city and its proximity from Mumbai. It is mostly frequented by young couples and adventure enthusiasts who have their base in Panvel to travel long and short distances to nearby forts at Raigad, Khopoli and to other nearby attractions.

Best Time: July to February

8 Panvel Attractions

Known For : Panhala Fort Dajipur Wildlife Sanctuary Shri Chatrapati Shahu Museum (New Palace)

Kolhapur is situated on the banks of the river Panchaganga in the south-west region of Maharashtra.  Situated 230 kilometres away from Pune, Kolhapur is one of the princely states and boasts of a rich legacy dating back to the times of the Marathas. Presently, Kolhapur is known for Kolhapuri sandals and necklaces that are sold worldwide.

Best Time: July to February

30 Kolhapur Attractions

Dahanu is a coastal town in the Palghar district of Maharastra. Located at a distance of 383 kilometres from central Maharastra, it is situated along the coast of the Arabian Sea. There are a few famed beaches around the city along with dams and temples. This is a perfect honeymoon place in Maharashtra for couples looking to experience rural life.

Best Time: October to February