Places To Visit In Nainital
State rank: 2 out of 56 Places To Visit In Uttarakhand
Here are the top 27 tourist attractions to see in Nainital:
1. Eco Cave Gardens
Must Visit
3 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Famous for its inter connected rocky caves, hanging gardens and the musical fountain, the Eco Garden are a set of six small caves in the shape of various animals. In the evenings, you can see the spectacle of the musical fountain with various audio video effects.
2. Naini Lake
Must Visit
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1 kms
from city center
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A pretty lake that once a European man fell in love with, Naini Lake today serves as a major tourist spot for people from all over the country.
3. Naina Devi Temple
Must Visit
1 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
The Temple of Shri Naina Devi Ji is situated on a hill top in Bilaspur Distt. Of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at a height of 1219 m above sea level, it was built by Raja Bir Chand in the 8th century. With several folklores going about the temple ever since it was built, the temple is considered very h...
4. The Mall Road
Must Visit
1 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
The Mall Road of Nainital, which runs parallel to the Naini Lake, connecting the two ends of the hill town, is the prime shopping, food and cultural centre of the wonder that is Nainital. Whether it is digging into some luscious food or shopping for the cutest local woollens that are to be found, Ma...
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5. Snow View Point
Must Visit
2 kms
from city center
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5 out of 27
Places To Visit in Nainital
3 km off Nainital, Snow View offers an expansive and majestic view of the Himalayas. It also houses a quaint little local temple. You can take either the cable car, taxi or a trek up the undulating slopes.
6. Tiffin Top (Dorothy's Seat)
Must Visit
1 kms
from city center
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6 out of 27
Places To Visit in Nainital
Tiffin Top is a place which is 7520 feet elivated in Ayarpatta region, also known as Dorothy's seat is so called, in memory of an English lady Mrs Kellet Dorothy, who was killed in an air crash. Tiffin Top which meanes "Packed food consumed during the daytime" so that visitors around would trek to T...
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7. Adventure Options
12 kms
from city center
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7 out of 27
Places To Visit in Nainital
There are some adventure options available also in this area. During some seasons, paragliding opportunities are available. There are some nearby short trekking routes as well.
8. Naina Peak
3 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Also called the China Peak, this range located at a height of 2615 m is a challenging trek. The way up the slope is dotted with beautiful rhododendron bloom. From the peak you can view the Tibet Border and Nanda Devi Peak.
9. Jeolikot
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5 kms
from city center
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Known as the Gateway to Naini Lake, Jeolikot is a pristine hill station brimming with life, colors and butterflies. It is famous for its butterfly population along with its floriculture.
10. Neem Karoli Baba Ashram
7 kms
from city center
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10 out of 27
Places To Visit in Nainital
Dedicated to Shri Neem Karoli Baba, who was a Hindu saint and Guru and had a lot of devotees from all over the world. Steve Jobs had come to India in 1974 to become his devotee, though sadly he had passed away by that time.
Best Sightseeing and Tourist Attractions in Nainital
11. Himalayan View Point
1 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
5 km off Nainital, this locale offers views of the Himalayan Mountains and is located at 2300 m high.
12. Land's End
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Set across the Khurpa Tal and vast stretches of plains, the Land's End 4 km off the main town is dotted with quaint little hamlets and lush greenery. You can take a pony, horse or taxi from the city.
13. Pangot
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6 kms
from city center
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A scenic village nestled in the Himalayan hot-bed, Pangot is a village famous for its forests and birds- perfect for a lazy sojourn.
14. Governor's House
1 kms
from city center
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14 out of 27
Places To Visit in Nainital
Home to the popular golf course, the Governor's House is a Victorian Gothic edifice built in 1899 by designer F.W. Steven. It resembles the Castle of Scotland very closely and consists of two stories of buildings with 113 rooms, garden, swimming pool and of course, the golf-course.
15. High Altitude Zoo
0 kms
from city center
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Established in 1984, Pt. G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo or Nainital Zoo is situated on the Sher ka Danda hill in Tallital, Nainital. Perched at a height of 2100 metres and spread over an area of 4.6 hectares makes it the only one of its kind. The zoo is home to several endangered species and is a popul...
16. Hanuman Garhi
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Perched atop 6,401 ft. high, the temple was built by a local saint Baba Neem Karoli in 1950 and is located close to Ashram of Bapu Lila Sah and Shitla Devi temple. It also offers a beautiful vista of sunrises and sunsets.
17. Nainital Ropeway
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Nainital Ropeway or the Cable Car Ride is the most popular tourist attraction in the city of Nainital. The ropeway connects Mallital to the Snow view point- from the base to a height of 2270 metres. The aerial trip hovering over the Naini lake and the valley offers panoramic views of the breathtakin...
18. Kainchi Dham
7 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Kainchi Dham Ashram was established in 1962 by Maharaja Neem Karoli Baba. Perched at a height of 1400 metres, the ashram also has an adjoining Hanuman Mandir. The temple and the ashram is visited by thousands of people especially on the 15th of June when an elaborate bhandara is held. Reportedly, 1 ...
19. Tibetan Market
1 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Located in the vicinity of the Mall Road in Nainital, Bhutia Market is the most popular street market in the city. Besides an extensive variety of woollens and winter wears, the market is popular for its sumptuous Tibetan food. Roadside stalls and eateries sell mouthwatering thukpa and momos among o...
20. Khurpa Taal
4 kms
from city center
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At a distance of 12 kms from Nainital, Khurpa Taal is another pristine lake situated at an elevation of 5500 feet. Laced with tall trees, the lake is considered ideal for fishing owing to its crystal clear waters and abundance of freshwater fish. Unexploited by tourism, the lake is a secret haven re...
21. Astronomical Observatory
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Perched on top of the Manora Peak in Beluwakhan, Nainital, Astronomical Observatory or Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Science (ARIES) helps you see the stars, celestial bodies, the moon and other heavenly bodies with the help of high powered, imported telescopes. The centre requires ...
22. Sariya Tal
3 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Located near Kaladhungi, Sariya Tal is an artificial lake constructed as a tourist spot. The tiny lake has numerous activities like paddle boating and water sports. It is also popular for Himalayan botanical garden which is a research centre other than being a herbarium and aa butterfly park.
23. Himalayan Centre of Sri Aurobindo Ashram
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Located in the Kumaon Valley, away from the din of the city, Himalayan Centre of Sri Aurobindo Ashram aims at helping its visitors attain, peace, health and relaxation of mind through yoga and meditation. The ashram conducts regular workshops, talks, training programmes for stress management and reg...
24. Gurney House
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
The former abode of the British hunter, conservationist, naturalist and author- Jim Corbett is called Gurney House. The charming colonial cottage has a tiny museum with the achievements and life story of Jim Corbett. A quaint little nursery is also housed in the premises with a variety of shrubberie...
25. St John Wilderness Church
2 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Situated adjacent to the High Court of Uttarakhand in Mallital, Nainital, St John Wilderness Church is the oldest and one of the best churches in Nainital. Perched atop a hill amidst beautiful pine and deodar trees, the church is constructed in Neo-Gothic style of architecture and has beautiful tain...
26. Binayak
0 kms
from city center
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Places To Visit in Nainital
Binayak is a small village panchayat near Nainital in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand.
27. Sitabani
22 kms
from city center
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27 out of 27
Places To Visit in Nainital
Covered with a huge number of Sal and Oak trees, Sitabani is situated at the foothills of the majestic Himalayan range. Sitabani is a place of great historical significance and houses splendid temples. The main attraction of this place is the myriad flora and fauna which makes the place look more co...