Nainital tourist places; It is a popular hill station among the people of North India located in the plains of Uttarakhand.

14 famous Nainital tourist places

It is situated in the middle of the hills of Kumaon and is blessed with beautiful lakes. Nainital is known as a tourist’s paradise due to its beautiful landscapes and serene surroundings.

It is believed that the British merchant, P. Baroon, in 1839, influenced Nainital by establishing a British colony, impressed by its mesmerizing beauty.

A small town in the hills of Kumaon, Nainital is a beautiful hill station surrounded by mountains on three sides.

Today life revolves around Nainital’s lake of Naini. But there are few other lakes around Nainital which are equally beautiful and attractive as Naini Lake.

It is situated in the lap of the Central Himalayas in the Kumaon region, a beautiful mountainous district.

The legend is that the sage brought the water of the holy Mansarovar river to the top of Naini lake.

14 famous Nainital tourist places

The Mall Road, Nainital tourist places

The Mall Road, Nainital tourist places
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The mall is the name of a famous road in Nainital, and has recently been renamed ‘Govind Ballabh Pant Marg’.

Apart from shops and markets, many banks and travel agencies are available on Mall Road.

This road connects Mallital with Tallital. Another tourist attraction is the ‘cool road’, located on the other side of Naini Lake.

Naina Peak, Nainital tourist places

Naina Peak, Nainital tourist places

Naina Peak is the highest peak of Nainital. Naina Peak is known as China Peak by the locals.

Naina Peak is the highest peak in Nainital. It is located at an altitude of 2,615 meters above sea level.

This place is a popular trekking place in Nainital and this place is 6 km from the city of Nainital.

It is located at the distance. From Naina Peak you can see the most amazing panoramic views of the entire valley and Nainital near Naini Lake.

From the peak of this mountain, where on one side, there is a bird’s eye view of the snow-covered Himalayas from the monkey tail peak in the west to the Api and Nari peaks of Nepal in the east, while on the other side the bird’s eye view of the beauty of Nainital city is seen. gives.

Naina Peak is the highest mountain peak and one of the famous tourist destinations of Nainital.

This peak is also referred to as Peak and Chyna Peak in China. Naina Peak is a favorite place for trekking among travelers, due to the high altitude and the way of lush green forest.

Naina Peak provides spectacular bird views of the vast expanse of the city of Nainital, the Himalayas and the Kumaon region.

It is a beautiful place for those who like to roam. Can go for a long walk, breathe fresh air and enjoy the natural beauty.

From the top of Naina Peak, one can see the beauty of the Himalayas up close.

Tiffin Top, Nainital tourist places

Tiffin Top, Nainital tourist places

The tiffin top was named after a woman. Whose name was Kellett Dorothy. The place was named Dorothy Seat after him.

This is a great place for photography enthusiasts .. The views of the beautiful hills of the Kumayas of the high mountains can be seen.

There is a crowd of tourists to see Sunset-Sunrise in the morning and evening on Tiffin Top. Can move around- 8 AM to 6 PM

Pt. G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo, Nainital tourist places

Pt. G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo, Nainital tourist places

The name of Nainital Zoo is Govind Ballabh Pant High Terrestrial Zoological Park, which is one of the few high terrestrial zoos i.e. High Altitude Zoo in India, its height is 2100 meters i.e. 6890 feet. By the way, on the goods road, you will see the board of the zoo, but do not get into the misunderstanding that it is nearby. Govind Ballabh Pant High Terrestrial Zoological Park is located on the hill of “Lion’s Blackjack” about 2 km from Mal Road, behind “Lion’s Blackjack” is a dense forest on the hill. The zoo, spread over an area of   4.693 hectares, was established in 1984 with the objective of preserving and protecting the wildlife and biodiversity of the mountainous region of Uttarakhand, which was opened to the public on June 1, 1995 after almost 11 years. Entrance Fees: Rs. 50 for adults, Rs. 20 for children, each person. Visiting Time: 9:30 am to 4:30 pm everyday of the week except Mondays. Visit Duration: 1-2 hours on an average.

Snow View Point, Nainital tourist places

Snow View Point, Nainital tourist places

Snow-view is a popular tourist destination located at a height of 2270 km above sea level. It is located at a distance of 2.5 km from the city of Nainital. Visitors can reach the destination via a ropeway or a rented vehicle. It is situated at the top of the ‘Sher-Ka-Danda’ ridge and offers mesmerizing views of the mighty Himalayan ranges. The best scenario from snow-view is seen in the months of October and November, when the entire area is covered with snow. The site also has a small temple made of marble stone which is dedicated to the Hindu goddess ‘Mundi’. Pictures of other Hindu deities like Durga, Shiva, Sita, Rama, Laxman and Hanuman are also installed in this temple. Tourists can also visit the Ganden Kunkyop Ling Buddhist Monastery located next to the snow-view. Timing and Fees.         Operating hours           Monday-Sunday          7:00 AM-7:00 PM Entry: Free

The Mall Road, Nainital tourist places

The mall is the name of a famous road in Nainital, and has recently been renamed ‘Govind Ballabh Pant Marg’. Apart from shops and markets, many banks and travel agencies are available on Mall Road. This road connects Mallital with Tallital. Another tourist attraction is the ‘cool road’, located on the other side of Naini Lake.                      

Inspite officially renamed as Govind Ballabh Pant Marg,  the Mall road still locally called and famous by its previous name. Traveller can enjoy the scenic beauty of Naini Lake, specialy in the moring and evening time. Entry: Free Opening Time: 9: am Closing Time: 10:00 pm.

Eco Cave Gardens, Nainital tourist places

The Cave Garden is also known as the ‘Echo Cave Garden’. It is a popular tourist attraction of Nainital. The park offers its visitors a glimpse of an environmentally friendly lifestyle. It has six underground caves illuminated by Petromax lamps and also a musical fountain that was first installed in Nainital. These caves are known as Tiger Cave, Panther Cave, Bat Cave, Squirrel Cave, Flying Fox Cave and Ape Cave. The path connecting these caves is quite narrow, sometimes travelers need to crawl. All these caves are natural and are maintained by the local administration. Monday-Sunday          9:30 am – 5:30 pm Entry: Free  60 per person for Adults  25 per person for Children  25 for Camera

Bhimtal Lake, Nainital tourist places

Bhimtal Lake, Nainital tourist places

Bhimtal Lake, situated at an altitude of 4500 feet above sea level, is the largest of the natural lakes located in Nainital and its surroundings. The lake was named after Pandava Bhima, one of the five Pandavas. This lake is 22 km from Nainital. Located at a distance of about 200 km, it provides adequate water sports for tourists and novices, along with paddling and boating. The lake is a natural habitat for many aquatic species and it is also home to many Himalayan trance birds and other birds such as Black Eagle, Wall Keeper Words, Twin Fish Ulu, Bulbul and Umbrella Dove, etc. which fascinate tourists. She takes it. The center of this lake is a large island located at a distance of 91 meters from the shore of the lake. Tourists can travel to the island in a ferry and visit the magnificent aquarium where rare fish from China, Mexico and South Africa can be seen. The rocky hills of Kumaon also provide spectacular views.

Kilbury Bird Sanctuary, Nainital tourist places

Kilbury Bird Sanctuary, Nainital tourist places

Kilbury bird sanctuary is the ultimate destination for anyone who loves watching birds. Due to, it is also called as the bird watcher’s paradise. It is situated 12km from Nainital. Private vehicle, taxi are available easily to reach this place. It has more than 550 plus species which makes very special to the birds lovers. Some of the most famous birds which are a part of this sanctuary include Brown wood owls, white throated laughing thrushes, forktails and many other birds. Entrance Fees:  No Entry Fee Visiting Time: All days of the week from the sun sets.

Naukuchiatal Lake, Nainital tourist places

Naukuchiatal Lake, Nainital tourist places

Naukuchiatal Lake is a beautiful water source which is at an altitude of 3996 feet above sea level. Naukuchiatal Lake refers to a lake which has two corners. It is believed that if one looks at the nine corners at once, one attains nirvana which means ‘peace of mind’. There is a waterfall inside the water which keeps the water level in the lake throughout the year. This place pleases the bird lovers as many species of birds are found here. Travelers can participate in other interesting activities here such as boating, swimming, fishing etc. Apart from this, mountain biking is also an adventurous sport that attracts many tourists to this village. Walking around this quiet place communicates the Navayavana to the travelers.

Sattal Lake, Nainital tourist places

Sattal Lake, Nainital tourist places

This lake is located in Uttarakhand.  Saattal Lake, is groups of seven lakes and it is famous for its lakes. These lakes popular for its natural beauty and various activities around. It is one of the best place to spend some quality time wiht family and friends. There are some popular activity like Bating, rock climbing, rappling, river crossing etc.

Kainchi Ashram, Nainital tourist places

Kainchi Ashram, Nainital tourist places
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Kainchi Dham Ashram is 23 feet from Nainital, near Almora Road Par Bhavani, about 1,600 meters above sea level. Lakhs of devotees visit Baba Neem Karoli Ashram and get Baba’s blessings. Baba has not lived in this world, but his blessings are always showered on his devotees. Mark Zuckerberg, The Founder of Facebook and Steve Jobs, The Founder of Apple, both of them have come here and are able to give their business a new twist by taking Baba’s blessings.

Bhowali & Ghorakhal, Nainital tourist places

Bhowali & Ghorakhal, Nainital tourist places
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Bhawali is a beautiful hill station under the borders of Nainital, known for its beautiful valleys, enchanting atmosphere and mountainous charm. Located at an altitude of 1,654 meters, it is a mountain town under the Kumaon division. This place is well connected to Almoda, Ranikhet, Bhimtal, Mukteswar. Bhawali is known for its TB sanatorium, which was established in 1912. According to the information, the wind of the pine trees is very beneficial for TV patients, so this sanatorium is built in the middle of pine forests. Bhawali fascinates visitors with its high mountains, terraced fields, winding roads and greenery. A large number of Buryansh trees are also found here, whose juice of flowers is considered very beneficial for health. Bhawali is a beautiful hill station, where the weather remains pleasant throughout the year, you can plan to visit here any month of the year. But if you want to avoid more cold weather, then you can plan here from September to the end of November. Keep in mind, do not forget to bring warm clothes and necessary materials with you.

Ghorakhal, Nainital tourist places

Ghorakhal, Nainital tourist places

Ghorakhal is located 36km from Nainital, Uttrakhand and is popular as natural beauty and greenery. It is the perfect destination for those who love to have a silent, serene and peaceful holiday, away from glitz-blitz of cities. The Gholu Devta Temple is main attraction of this place. It is popular as unique rituals performance. One such ritual is that devotees make petitions at the temple, using stamp papers, to seek desired decree in litigations. On accomplishment of their wish, the deity is shown gratitude by hanging bells or making animal sacrifice.

How to reach Nainitaal

Nainitaal By Airport:

Nainital does not have an airport. Nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport(PGH)-65 km. The second nearest airport is in New Delhi which is approximately 290 kilometres, which is provide frequent flight from major city. Taxi or Car available from Airport to Nainital.

 Nainitaal By Train:

There are many regular trains to Nainital from other major cities of the country.
 Railway Station(s): Kathgodham(KGM), 1 h 3 min (33.7 km) via NH109

Nainitaal By Bus:

Several tour operators operate daily bus service from New Delhi to Nainital, which includes options like air-conditioned, non-air-conditioned, sleeper and Volvo buses. Boarding an overnight bus is the most convenient way to head to Nainital, although some buses operate during the daytime as well. 

Nainitaal By Car:

Self-driven Car also is the best option and it give you flexiblity to explore more places.Nainital can easily be accessed by road, with a few halts en route. Tour operators offer regular taxi services to and from Nainital,

Where to stay in Nainitaal

The Mall road is central location, book your hotel near Mall road, it make your journey comfortable as the all tourist place near to this place. There are plenty of budget to luxury accommodations available in Nainital, It cost under 1200-2000/- Per Night, depends on Pick and Off seasons

Best Time To Visit Nainitaal

          Nainital is a year-round destination, but the ideal time to visit is between the months of March to June. If you like snow, then plan a trip between December-end and January.

Nainitaal Travel Guide

Once you reach in Hotel, take rest, get freshup, take break-fast and head towards local sight-seeing. Ask you Hotel owner if they arrange, because many hotels having their own travel facility else You can hire the independent cabs near the bus station or you can book one tourist van from the tour agency’s offices that line up the entire Mall Road of Nainital. It is one of the best way to roam in Nainital. One can rent Byke or Car available Locally. For Byk you can click the given link.
Rental Bykhttps://www.wheelstreet.com, it cost 500-700/- per day. Rental Car-https://www.clearcarrental.com/nainital-local-cab– 2000-3000/-per day.

Nainital Itinerary

Places to visit in Nainital in 2 days

Nainital tourist places Day 1

  • The Mall Road
  • Naina Peak
  • Tiffin Top
  • Pt. G.B. Pant High Altitude Zoo
  • Snow View Point
Nainital tourist places Day 1

Nainital tourist places day 2

  •  The Mall Road
  •  Eco Cave Gardens
  •  Bhimtal Lake
  •  Kilbury Bird Sanctuary
  •  Land’s End
Nainital tourist places Day 2


There are many more attraction in Nainital like, You can make plan as you see the places given below, Governor House or Rajbhawan and Hanuman Garhi.
Markets of mallital & Tallital (Vehicles not allowed in both the markets).
Naukuchiatal Lake
Sattal Lake
Kainchi Ashram
Bhowali & Ghorakhal

Nainitaal Travel Cost For 1 Couple for 1Nihgt 2 Days.

  • Food-2 Days                                    :-2000/-          
  • Travel By Car- 2 Days                     :-5000/-          
  • Hotel-2 Days                                   :-4000/-          
  • Other Activity                                 :-2000/-

Total cost around 7,000-9000/-Rs for One Couple for 1 Night & 2 Days. You Can Negotiate and plan your own trip as per Distance, Enjoyment, Food, Transport and stay.
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