Shimla is famous for “Hill Station & Natural Greenery Beauty“. It is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh. According to the Himachal government, almost 15 lakh visitors visit Shimla every year. It is also known as the Queen of Mountains & main attractions city for holidays or vacations. Himachal Pradesh offers many places for travelers like Kullu, Manali, Spiti Valley, Dharamshala, etc.

Shimla is the most beautiful Hill Station in India, which offers multiple Activities and many tourist places for Travellers. In this article, you can get ideas about places in Shimla before planning your winter holiday.

Famous Tourist Places in Shimla during your 2023 Vacation

1. Mall Road

Shimla’s trip is incomplete without exploring the mall road. This is the heartbeat of the Shimla & main attraction point. Mall road is the main street of Shimla & it is constructed by the British government. There are a lot of shops, restaurants, and showrooms available on this road.

Entry fee: Free

Opening time: Always Open

Explore time: Half-Day

2. Cherish Church

Cherish church is the second oldest church in India and It is built by the British in 1857. This Church is famous for photography & it is the most attractive location at mall road Shimla.

Entry Fee: Not required (Free)

Opening time: Monday to Saturday (10:00 Am – 05:00 pm)
Sunday 10:00 Am – 01:00 pm

Exploring time: 1 Hour

3. Jakhoo Hills or Jakhoo Temple

Jakhoo hill & Jakhoo Temple is located at the highest point of Shimla. It is believed that during Lord Ram & Ravan’s war when Laxman was unconscious, So Lord Hanuman is going towards the Himalayan for Sanjivani.

Entry fee: No required (Free)

Opening time: 06:00 Am – 07:00 pm

Exploring time: 1 Hour

4. Indian Institute of Advanced Study

It is also located at Shimla Hill like Jakhoo hill. The distance between Jakhoo hill and to Indian Institute of Advanced Studies is around 3-4km. It is built in 1888. This building is also known as Rashtrapati Niwas past time & the Building is officially announced as the Indian Institute of Advanced Study in 1965 by Radhakrishnan.

Entry fee: Indian citizens Rs.20 per person.
Foreign tourists Rs.500 per person. (Extra Rs.20 for a camera)

Opening time: 09:30 AM- 04:50 PM

Explore time: 2-3 Hours

5. Himalayan Bird Park

The Himalayan bird park showcases the huge collections of bards. The place is heaven for bird lovers, and you must carry your camera to capture the beauty of wildlife. You can reach the sanctuary by hiring a private cab. There is no need to hire an instructor or guide to enjoy at sanctuary one can just simply buy a ticket and enjoy.

Entry fee: Indian citizens Rs.10 per person.
Foreign tourists Rs.10 per person. (Extra Rs.50 for a camera)

Opening time: 09:30 AM- 04:50 PM

Explore time: 2-3 Hours

6. Shimla State Museum

Shimla state museum is built in 1974 & it represents the past historical view & glories. Here you can see the culture, art & crafts, painting, etc.

Entry fee: Indian citizens Rs.20 per person.
Foreign tourists Rs.500 per person. (Extra Rs.20 for the camera)

Opening time: 09:30 AM- 04:50 PM

Explore time: 2-3 Hours

7. Army Heritage Museum

Army Heritage Museum represents the history of the Indian Army. Here you can explore the military background of the India Navy.

Entry fee: Indian citizens Rs.20 per person.
Foreign tourists Rs.500 per person. (Extra Rs.20 for Camera)

Opening time: 09:30 AM- 04:50 PM (Monday closed)

Explore time: 2-3 Hours

8. Summer Hill

Summer hill is one of the best locations in Shimla & it is located around 5KM away from Mall road. Here you can do trekking, walking, around this hill. This location is famous for photography, scenery, etc.

Entry fee: Not Required (Free)

Opening time: Always open

Explore time: 3-5 Hours

9. Chadwick Waterfall

Chadwick waterfall is also famous for trekking and the waterfall height is 100M. Summertime is best for visitors and the distance between the mall road to the waterfall is 17 km.

Note: Please don’t go solo to visit this location because animals are coming near this waterfall.

Entry fee: Not Required

Opening time: Always open

Explore time: 3-5 Hours

10. Kufri

Kufri is basically famous for the show fall & it is located 17 km away from Shimla. This location is also famous for trekking & skiing. Here you can play with snowfall.

Entry fee: Not Required

Opening time: Always open

Explore time: 3-5 Hours

Also Read: Famous Tourist Places in Kufri for an Awesome Journey

11. Kalka Shimla Railways

Kalka Shimla Railways journey provides the best experience of mountains & green nature. It is also built by the British government in 1898.

Entry fee: It depends on IRCTC online ticketing website

Opening time: Depends on Train timing

Explore time: 5 Hours

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