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April is the beginning of summer season in India, and people love to visit cooler places for a short vacation. Though, some parts of the country become a little hot during this month, but still there are some places which are having soothing temperature with immense weather conditions.
Travelers from around the country as well as from abroad choose to visit India during this month, due to the favorable weather conditions with attractive sightseeing at below mentioned destinations.
India’s diverse landscape promises us with much-needed respite in the beginning of summers. Mountains covered with snow, scenic lakes, lush green valleys, and deep blue seas – we have them all! You will have number of options, if you are planning to visit India during the month of April.
Here is the list of some amazing places that you love to visit in the month of April.
Srinagar is the largest and Capital city of Jammu and Kashmir, situated at the banks of the river Jhelum. Some of the famous poets called Srinagar, “Heaven on Earth” due to its enchanting beauty with pure landscape.
You will find colourful Shikaras floating in the glorious Dal Lake, incredible gardens with marvellous flowers are treat to watch. The local markets of Srinagar selling delicious local dishes with other Kashmiri stuff.
Weather in April: Temperature in Srinagar varies between 8°C and 20°C, it is comparatively cooler and pleasant weather to the other cities in the North India.
How to reach Srinagar: You can get a Flight from New Delhi (DEL) to Srinagar (SXR), which is around one a half hours flight. Alternatively, you can reach via Rail to Jammu Tawi from various parts of the country, and then hire a taxi or cab for sightseeing.
Sightseeing in Srinagar: Dal Lake, Shalimar Bagh, Nishat Bagh, Mughal Gardens, Char Chinar, Chashm-e-Shahi, Wullar Lake, Kheer Bhawani Temple, and Jamia Masjid.
Things to do in Srinagar: Paragliding, Boating in Shikaras, Trekking are some of the favourite things to do in Srinagar. You can also do shopping for warm clothes from the local shops, and stay in a houseboat.
Manali is situated in the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, it is also called the “Valley of Gods”. The town became so much famous from the Bollywood movie “Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani”. In the month of April, Manali is one of the top most tourist destinations for Himachal Pradesh.
Amazing atmosphere with pleasant days and cool nights, you can stay at luxury resorts and hotels, lots of mountains to conquer. Worth to visit this place during April.
Weather in April: Temperature in Manali remains in between 10°C and 25°C
How to reach Manali: You will get a Flight from New Delhi (DEL) to Manali (KUU), which is around 01:25 hours flight. Alternatively, you can reach to Manali via Rail from different parts of the country.
Sightseeing in Manali: To start with, tour of the Tibetan monasteries like Gadhan Thekchoking Gompa, Himalayan Nyingamapa Gompa (A huge statue of Lord Buddha) and Panden Ngari Gompa, Manu Rishi Temple, Vashishtha Temple and the Hadimba Devi Temple.
Things to do in Manali: Walking through the apple orchards, head to the small village of Vashisth across Beas to bathe in a hot sulphur spring. People who love adventure, Himachal Pradesh Tourism organizes courses for rock climbing, skiing and mountaineering. Do not forget to click a picture with one of the Yaks grazing on the mountains.
Shimla is the capital city of Himanchal Pradesh, and one of the most popular holiday destinations in summer. It is situated amongst the glorious hills and mesmerizing lush green foliage, this place offers a wide range of diversified interesting options to the visitors.
Weather in April: Temperature in Shimla remains in between 08°C and 22°C during April.
How to reach Shimla: The fastest way to reach Shimla is by air, which takes you around 4 hours and 15 minutes from New Delhi. Take a flight from New Delhi to Chandigarh first followed by from Chandigarh to Shimla. Since, there is no direct flight connection between Delhi and Shimla.
Sightseeing in Shimla: Tara Devi temple, Kali Bari, Shoolini Temple, Mall Road, The Ridge, Jakhu Temple, Viceregal Lodge, Summer Hill, Kuthar Fort, Water Catchment Wildlife Sanctuary.
Things to do in Shimla: Toy Train ride between Barog and Shimla, Walking down the Mall Road, Camping at Mashobra, Hiking to Jakhoo Hill, River rafting at Sutlej, Paragliding at Kangra Valley, Ice skating at Lakkar Bazar, Cycling to Water Catchment Wildlife Sanctuary
Mussoorie, the “Queen of Hills”, is among the top places to visit in India in April. Every year, thousands of tourists swarm this high-altitude town in Uttarakhand, only 35 km away from the state capital Dehradun. At an altitude of 6,170 feet, this hill station houses some amazing flora and fauna. Mussoorie is also known to have a beer brewery established as early as 1850. April becomes the opening season in Mussoorie’s tourism with thawing winters and a pleasant flourish into summer.
Weather in April: Temperature remains between 10-30°C.
How to reach Mussoorie: The best option from Delhi is Shatabdi Express Train, which takes about five and a half hours to reach Dehradun. Then, you can hire a taxi from outside the railway station, these Taxis are available on sharing basis as well or take bus to reach Mussoorie.
Sightseeing in Mussoorie: Kempty Falls, Lal Tibba, Gun Hill, Sir George Everest House, Mall Road, Mussoorie Lake, Jharipani Falls and Nag Devta Temple.
Things to do in Mussoorie: Boating at Mussoorie lake, visit Mussoorie adventure park and company garden and disco skating rink.
Mount Abu is one of the famous tourist attractions in Rajasthan state. If you want to get rid of heat and humidity, then Mount Abu will be a must go destination in April.
The Nakki Lake with lush green surrounding is an absolute delight to visit, another reason to visit here is the cool climate. The Dilwara Jain Temple is an example of an amazing architecture. A cosy holiday in the scenic beauty with the architectural wonders is what you can expect while planning a trip to Mount Abu.
Weather in Mount Abu: Mount Abu temperature in April is between 17-30°C.
How to reach Mount Abu: The nearest airport is in Udaipur whereas Abu Road is the nearest railway station. You can book a cab or taxi from there and reach Mount Abu.
Places to visit in Mount Abu: Dilwara Jain Temple, Guru Shikhar, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary, Nakki Lake, Raghunath Temple and Brahmakumari Ashram.
Things to do in Mount Abu: Enjoy a boat ride on the Nakki Lake, explore the architectural beauty of the Dilwara Jain Temple.
Ooty is yet another popular tourist spot in India during April. It is well Known for its green Tea Gardens, magnificent hills, stunning churches and exotic flora and fauna are among the favourite place for the visitors. This hill town in Tamil Nadu can be best experienced during April.
Weather in Ooty: Temperature in April is between 20-27°C.
How to reach Ooty: You can get a flight to Coimbatore International Airport from major cities of the country, like Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and Chennai. Once you are at Coimbatore, take a drive to Ooty which is around 87 kms. Alternatively, you can reach Ooty Railway Station from any major city in Tamil Nadu.
Places to Visit in Ooty: Government Botanical Garden, Government Rose Garden and The Tea Factory and The Tea Museum
Things to do in Ooty: Enjoy the view from Doddabetta Peak, witness the footprints of Bollywood at 9th Mile Shooting Point and boating on Ooty Lake
Kasauli is a charming hill station among the visitors despite its modest size. Christ Church is a special attraction of Kasauli, with its green roof and gorgeous stained-glass windows. Trip to Monkey Point is one of the deep forests of Himalayan oak and horse chestnut trees. Apart from being pretty pleasant in April, Kasauli witnesses events like Blues Festival and Kasauli Rhythm during this month.
Weather in Kasauli: Temperature in April is between 19-27°C.
How to reach Kasauli: Take a flight to Chandigarh from New Delhi, Amritsar, Mumbai or Kolkata, and then hire a taxi for Kasauli, which is around 68 kms. away. You can have an alternate as well, if you wish to reach here via Train, after reaching Kalka Railway Station from New Delhi, Kolkata, Amritsar or Chandigarh, hire a Taxi or a Cab.
Places to Visit in Kasauli: Nahri Temple, Gurudwara Shri Guru Nanak Ji, Christ Church, Kasauli Brewery and Kasauli Club.
Things to do in Kasauli: Take a cable ride over the verdant timber trail in Parwanoo, walking through the Mall Road and shop for antiques, handicrafts and winter items. If you visited here as a couple, take a walk in the Lover’s Lane with your partner, and connect with nature along Gilbert Trail.
Nainital is a famous and well-known hill station of Uttrakhand, at a height of around 2084 m, lush green hills, dense vegetation, and the placid Nainital Lake right are the renowned sightseeing. Nainital is also known as “Lake District of the country” and offers a variety of adventures and wow moments to tourists of all ages.
The photographs of the lakes are the main features, spiritual pleasure at one of the temples here, panoramic views of Naina Peak are amazing, kids gets excited to explore animal-shaped caves at Eco Cave Gardens with such an unique and memorable experience. Children love to climb to the G B Pant High Altitude Zoo.
Weather in Nainital: Temperature in April is between 20-27°C.
How to reach Nainital: You can fly from IGI Airport in Delhi to Nainital and hire a cab once reach at airport. By train, you can come from Dehradun, Delhi, Kolkata, Agra or Lucknow, reach Kathgodam Railway Station and then take a taxi to Nainital.
Places to Visit in Nainital: Naini Jheel, Bhimtal Lake, Gurney House, Hanuman Garhi, Kilbury Bird Sanctuary, Kainchi Dam, Khurpatal Lake, Mukteshwar Temple, Nakuchiatal, Naina Devi Temple and Sattal.
Things to Do in Nainital: If you love adventure, the ropeway ride to Snow View Point is the best option for you. Click some endless pictures, enjoy boating on Nainital Lake, dig into hot delicacies at Bhutia or Tibet Market, treat to watch the stars at the Astronomical Observatory, buy amazing handicrafts and souvenirs from the Mall Road, and if you love historical places, you just admire the 18th century architecture at St. John’s Church.
Coonoor is the pride of Tamil Nadu state, with its sprawling gardens of roses, breath-taking town of wafting tea fragrances and Nilgiris, eucalyptuses and rhododendrons.
Coonoor simply stuns you with its natural beauty. A trip to Coonoor in the month of April is one of the best ways to escape from the chaos of major city. A pleasant temperature, neither too much hot nor too cold here. Rainfall has retreated, leaving some dense clouds and very pleasant breeze. April is the favourite month since it is about to start of summer.
Weather in Coonoor: Temperatures ranging between 20 and 30°C
How to reach Coonoor: The nearest airport is Coimbatore, you can fly from Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore etc. to Coimbatore, then you can hire a taxi and it will take another two to reach at Coonoor. You can also choose to travel by train, the nearest railway station is Mettupalayam (which is 45 kms. away) or Coimbatore Junction (which is 75 kms. away).
Places to Visit in Coonoor: Do not miss the High Fields Tea Factory where you can be able to see how tea is processed, also the taste melt-in-the-mouth chocolate. Visit the renowned Indian Bakery to buy treats to take back home and also take a tour of the Droog Fort which was Tipu Sultan’s outpost here. Coonoor is also famous for essential oils, skin care stuff and bottled fragrances.
Things to Do in Coonoor: Enjoy a train ride in the Nilgiri Mountain between Coonoor and Ooty, also visit to Dolphin’s Nose and breathe in the views of Catherine Falls, stroll your way through the garden called Sim’s Park (full of roses, rhododendrons etc). Check out the hidden, uncharted valleys of Coonoor, take a road trip to the Lamb’s Rock, hike up to Law’s Falls and enjoy all the lushness because it is SUMMER!
Within the Dhauladhar Mountain Range of Himachal, the scenic town of Dalhousie is situated which is globally known for its colonial-era architecture and lush green surroundings. Besides peace-seekers, Dalhousie is thronged by numerous adventure enthusiasts for the town offers trekking, paragliding and horse riding activities too.
Though it is one of the best places to visit in April in India, you can also make a plan in the month of March as well as in May, since atmosphere is pleasant too in both these months.
Weather in Dalhousie: Temperatures ranging between 07 and 18°C
How to reach Dalhousie: Take a flight for up to Gaggal Airport, then book a cab to reach Dalhousie which is around 107 kms. away. If you are planning for a train journey, then the nearest railway station is Pathankot, hire a taxi once you reach at station.
Places to Visit in Dalhousie: Tibetan Market, St. John’s Church, Panchpula, Sach Pass, Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary and St. Francis Church
Things to Do in Dalhousie: Walking down the street to shop warm clothing from the Tibetan market, visit St. John’s Church and trek till the Dainkund Peak.
Turquoise waters, white-sand beaches and dense tropical vegetation welcome you when you reach at Andaman and Nicobar Islands, composed of around 300 small islands.
Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a must go place in the month of April, exotic coral reefs and unique marine biodiversity makes this place more than beautiful. One who loves the nature, must visit here and praise Almighty for His magnificent creation. People who love photography will be amazed to shoot picture here, especially during the Sunrise and Sunset.
If you are seeking adventure, you must visit to Barren Island for its volcano or Baratang Island for its limestone caves.
Weather in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Temperatures ranging between 24 and 37°C
How to reach Andaman and Nicobar Islands:: Take a flight for up to Savarkar International Airport either from Kolkata, Visakhapatnam or Chennai. You can also reach here via Sea, the seaport name is Port Blair and you can either come from Kolkata, Chennai or Visakhapatnam, the travel time is around 3 days.
Places to Visit in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park, Ross Island, North Bay Island, Cellular Jail, Anthropological Museum, and Forest Museum
Things to do in Andaman and Nicobar Islands: Scuba diving, sea walks, parasailing, go for a lavish cruise journey, Enjoy snorkelling, Dolphin watching, take a helicopter tour and kayak among the Mayabunder mangroves.
Darjeeling is one of the favourite travel destinations not only from Indian visitors but all round the world. It is a popular place from North-East India, this little paradise is one of the best places to visit during April.
The toy train of Darjeeling is a must ride, its pathway called Batasia loop and capture mesmerising views of nature. The Tiger Hill gazes a beautiful sunrise, you can also visit to numerous tea plantations which produce the aromatic, world-renowned “Darjeeling Tea”. You can even pluck some tea leaves for yourself!
Do visit the famous Himalayan Mountaineering Institute and Singalila National Park which looks spectacular in April month. Plan a perfect trip to this beautiful hill station.
Weather in Darjeeling: Temperatures ranging between 15 and 27°C
How to reach Darjeeling: The nearest airport to Darjeeling is Bagdogra which is approximately 95 kms. away from the city. You can book a direct flight from Kolkata, Delhi and Guwahati to Darjeeling. Once you are at airport, hiring a taxi and it will take almost 3 hours to reach Darjeeling from the airport.
Places to Visit in Darjeeling: Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Singalila National Park, Tiger Hill.
Things to do in Darjeeling: Toy Train ride, visit tea gardens etc.
Pachmarhi is a must visit place for Nature-lovers. The place is well known for its biodiversity, intense green forests, gently undulating valleys, scenic waterfalls, and the Satpura Tiger Reserve.
You will find an ancient Pandava Caves here, which is carved out of sandstone, are well-known for their paintings, which are believed to have been made around 10,000 years back. One of the best places to visit in April in India, Pachmarhi has something for everyone at an elevation of 1067m.
Weather in Pachmarhi: Temperatures ranging between 22 and 36°C
How to reach Pachmarhi: Take a flight to Raja Bhoj Airport from major cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, or Hyderabad. Book a taxi once you are airport. Alternatively, you can reach Pipariya Railway Station from Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore or Kolkata, and then hire a cab.
Places to Visit in Pachmarhi: Bee Fall, Silver Falls, Jatashankar, Dhupgarh, Apsara Falls and Pandava Caves.
Things to do in Pachmarhi: Explore Pachmarhi forests and spot fruit trees like jamun, mangoes, khatua, chunna, and chaar. Make a horse ride in Handi Khoh, and have fun ziplining or parasailing at Satpura Adventure Club.
Gangtok is another great place to travel in the month of April. It is the capital city of Sikkim state, situated in North-East in India. The city covered with gorgeous winding roads, beautiful Buddhist monasteries, amazing sceneries provides a great opportunity to capture views of the Mount Kanchenjunga.
Weather in Gangtok: Temperatures ranging between 10 and 18°C
How to reach Gangtok: The nearest airport is Bagdogra, after reaching at the airport, the only possible way to reach Gangtok is via road from Bagdogra. The closest railway station is New Jalpaiguri.
Places to Visit in Gangtok: Ganesh Tok, Tashi Viewpoint, Banjhakri falls, and many more attract visitor’s attention and compel them to visit Gangtok.
Things to do in Gangtok: Visit Ganesh Tok temple on a hilltop, you get a splendid view of the mountains. Tashi viewpoint where you can spot Mount Sinilochu and Mount Kanchenjunga; Banjhakri falls where you can relax and take the beautiful environs. You cannot help but admire the landscaped gardens surrounding these waterfalls.
Rishikesh is a unique pilgrimage town and one of the best places to visit in April. You can find beautiful temples towering over the populace, serene yoga ashrams, the powerful and holy Ganges flowing, and the scenic Himalayan backdrop.
From spirituality and natural beauty to adventure and the dramatic Ganga aarti, Rishikesh offers something to everyone.
Visit to Triveni Ghat for peace and quiet, and Neelkanth Mahadev Temple for divine blessings.
Weather in Rishikesh: Temperatures ranging between 20 and 36°C
How to reach Rishikesh: You can take a flight to Dehradun from Delhi, and then hire a taxi to Rishikesh or alternatively board a bus. You can also reach Haridwar Railway Station from Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai or Varanasi, and then take a taxi or bus to reach Rishikesh.
Places to Visit in Rishikesh: Ram Jhoola, Laxman Jhoola, The Beatles Ashram, Shivpuri, Tera Manzil Mandir, Raghunath Temple, and Vashistha Cave.
Things to do in Rishikesh: White water rafting, bungee jumping, ziplining across deep valleys, kayaking, mountain biking. If you love peace, try meditation at one of the ashrams. You can also go for an ayurvedic massage, enjoy breakfast at a riverside café, and camp on the banks of River Ganga.
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