Mussoorie, known as the queen of hill stations, is the place that instantly transports you to a dreamland with quaint little streets with the Himalayan range as the backdrop. It is located just 34 km from Dehradun and is part of the Garhwal region. The place retains its charm from the British Era and you can still see the strong British influence here, be it architecture, churches or public transport.
The ideal time to visit this beautiful weekend getaway is right now. April-June is the best time to visit Mussoorie as it serves as the perfect respite from the heat. However, you can also plan a Mussoorie weekend trip during the winter if you wish to witness the beautiful snowfall. Snow-clad Mussoorie has a separate fan base and you need to see it to believe it.
The best places to visit in Mussoorie are Kempty Falls, beautiful waterfalls located just 15 km from the main town of Mussoorie and George Everest, a stunning viewpoint that’s well worth the trip. There are more amazing places to see in Mussoorie such as Laal Tibba, one of the topmost points in Mussoorie is a viewpoint that offers panoramic views of the majestic Himalayas. Another place that should make it to your list of places to visit inn Mussoorie is Dhanaulti. It is famous for some great views and a sense of calm that you can only feel at the Surkanda temple, a temple dedicated to goddess Parvati.
Once you’ve covered all the beautiful places to visit in Mussoorie, you can dedicate one day to shopping at Mall Road and taking part in adventurous activities that Mussoorie and Uttarakhand trip destinations are famous for. You can enjoy activities like rappelling, ziplining, paragliding and more.
There are a lot of options that you can explore to take a trip to Mussoorie. A lot of travel companies offer Mussoorie tour/trip packages that are usually 3N/4D and give you enough time to explore the town and have a relaxing vacation. A well-planned Mussoorie trip can cost you anywhere best INR 8000 to 10000 for 3 nights, 4 days. Hence, the Mussoorie trip cost for a couple can go up to INR 20000, exclusive of flight or train tickets. If you are hoping to take a family trip here, Mussoorie trip cost for family can vary depending on the kind of stay and your activities but a family of 4 should be able to enjoy Mussoorie under the budget of INR 50000.
