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1. Robber's Cave

7 km from city center 1 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Robber's Cave, locally known as Gucchu Pani, is a river cave formed in the Himalayas. This river cave is believed to be an abode of Lord Shiva. Its speciality is that river water flows out from the middle of the cave.

2. Sahastradhara

12 km from city center 2 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Sahastradhara meaning 'thousand fold spring' is popular for its ecstatic beauty and therapeutic value since its water contains Sulphur. Its picturesque beauty attracts a lot of travellers.

3. Tapkeshwar Temple

5 km from city center 3 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Tapkeshwar is a famous cave temple on the banks of a rivulet. The water further flows in to the cave to drip on to the Shiv Linga inside. Sulphur springs present around the temple makes for a therapeutic bath. This cave was once the abode of the famous guru Dronacharya and hence is also known as Drona cave.

4. Mindrolling Monastery

7 km from city center 4 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

The Mindrolling Monastery, also known as the Buddha Temple Complex, is the largest Buddhist Vihara of India, training monks for over 300 years. Being an architectural masterpiece with several sections, the monastery is a visual wonder. It also houses the tallest Stupa in Asia.

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4 km from city center 5 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Established in the year 1906, the Forest Research Institute is a premier institution in the field of forestry research in India. Nestled in the serene backdrop of the Doon Valley, Forest Research Institute is also a significant tourist attraction of Dehradun. The Institute has been used to film various Bollywood films.

6. Paltan Bazaar

0 km from city center 6 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Paltan Bazaar is located in the heart of Dehradun, spanning a 1.5km stretch between the Clock Tower and the railway station. From local spices, confectionery items & street food to goods like apparel, appliances and artefacts, this busy market has it all. Considered as Dehradun's main bazaar, it is the best place for shopping in Dehradun.

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7. Dehradun Zoo

9 km from city center 7 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Located at the base of the Shivalik range, Dehradun Zoo, formerly known as Malsi Deer Park, is a zoological garden. It is home to two horned Deer, tigers, Neelgai, Peacock and many other animals. This well maintained zoological garden is an ideal place for a picnic.

8. Regional Science Centre Dehradun

11 km from city center 8 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

The Regional Science Centre at Vigyan Dham, Jhajra in Dehradun, is a newly established science park. It features a variety of indoor and outdoor exhibits and installations to educate people, especially children. It houses exhibits on nuclear power generation, robotics, cloud computing, carbon nano-tube & graphene and more.

9. Pacific Mall

7 km from city center 9 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

The biggest and most popular shopping mall in Dehradun, Pacific Mall is known for shopping and for entertainment. It features hundreds of brands, several food joints and entertainment options which means it is a great place for individual and group shoppers.

10. Clock Tower Dehradun

1 km from city center 10 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Clock tower, also known as "ghanta ghar" is a very famous tourist attraction. It was a renowned landmark of the city and was built by the British before India got its independence. The clock does not tick at present, but it is said that years ago when it was built, the peak of it was such that a person on the other end of the city could hear it as well.

11. Sahastradhara Ropeway

12 km from city center 11 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Sahastradhara, which literally translates to “Thousand fold spring,” is an extremely popular tourist destination in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The region is famous for its unmatched natural beauty which can be admired via the the Sahastradhara Ropeway. Featuring a ride which is over an hour long, the ropeway takes you to the top of the mountain to the Sahastradhara Heights Top Station in colourful cable cars which overlook the magnificent valleys. The ride is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the stellar scenery which comprises the majestic Himalayas, the entire Dehradun Valley, dense forests, river as well as wildlife. One can click some excellent pictures en route! Upon reaching the Station, stroll around the park, grab a bite to eat at the food court, play games, or go rock climbing.

12. Daat Kali Mandir Dehradun

11 km from city center 12 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

The Daat Kali Temple in Dehradun is dedicated to the Goddess Kali. Devotees come here to seek blessings before starting a new chapter of their lives and also for the darshan of a flame that has been continuously burning since 1921.

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13. Fun Valley Dehradun

24 km from city center 13 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Located within Uttarakhand's Golden Triangle - Dehradun, Haridwar and Rishikesh, Fun Valley is an amusement park cum resort. The largest amusement and water park in North India, it is equidistant from the 3 towns. It has a water park, go-karting and shopping complexes.

14. Paonta Sahib

14 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Paonta Sahib is a vibrant, industrial town located in the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, a few kms from Dehradun. Apart from hosting significant industries, it is also a prominent place of worship for the Sikh community. The noted Gurudwara Paonta Sahib, built in the memory of Shri Guru Gobind Singh, is situated on the banks of the River Yamuna in this town and attracts many pilgrims round the year.

15. Shikhar Falls

12 km from city center 15 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Shikhar Falls is a waterfall picnic spot located around 13km from Dehradun in Kairwaan village of Raipur. Reaching the waterfall requires a 1 km hike on the rugged terrains.

16. Subir Raha Oil Museum

2 km from city center 16 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

The Subir Raha Oil Museum in Dehradun, Uttarakhand showcase the different stages of the oil and gas value chain. The museum also depicts the industrial history of petroleum in India as well as the process of conservation of fossil fuels.

17. Khalanga War Memorial

4 km from city center 17 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Located along the Sahastradhara road, Kalinga War Memorial, or Khalanga War Memorial, was erected by the British to honor the Gurkhas. The only war memorial of its kind which was built was Britishers to honor their foe, it is a symbol of pride for Gurkha community.

18. Lacchiwalla

11 km from city center 18 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Lacchiwalla is a popular picnic destination near Dehradun. Located in the forest area of Rajaji, Lacchiwalla is famous for its greenery, picturesque cottages and hotels. The beauty of the place is heightened by the brook, flowing through the forest area.

19. Rajaji National Park

25 km from city center 19 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Rajaji National Park is home to the Tiger, Leopard, Himalayan Bear, Cheetal, hog deer, barking deer, Sambar deer, wild boar, antelopes such as the Nilgai, Goral , Jackal, Hyena, Jungle Cat, Leopard Cat, Civets, Himalayan Yellow-Throated Marten, Sloth Bears, Pythons, King Cobra, Common Krait, Indian Cobra and the Monitor Lizard and above All the Asian Elephant.

20. Tapovan Temple

35 km from city center 20 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Tapovan Ashram is located along the Dehradun-Rajpur Road. It is a picturesque valley, surrounded by lush greenery and calm meadows. Situated just above the Gangotri Glacier, the place also attracts trekking activities. The ashram also holds periodic yoga courses.

21. Har Ki Dun

86 km from city center 21 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Nestled away from the hustle bustle of the city, Har Ki Dun is a beautiful cradle-shaped valley with untouched panoramic beauty. Perched at an elevation of 3,566 mts above the sea level, this place is one of the remotest areas of Uttarakhand offering a plethora of trekking excursions.

22. Assan Barrage

37 km from city center 22 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

An amazing place bustling with life, the richness of nature and beauty, Assan Barrage is a bird lover's paradise and a naturalists' heaven with its artificial lake attracting thousands of birds of varied species.

23. Kedarkantha Trek

80 km from city center 23 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Situated in the lap of mountains of the Tons River Valley, Kedarkanth is a stunning place offering an easy, classic trek. It is a lovely ridge peak accessible throughout the year with plethora of rewarding adventures.

24. Maldevta

7 km from city center 24 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Maldevta, located in Shripur, 18 km away from the ISBT, is a popular vacation spot in Dehradun. It offers one of the vistas of nature’s perfection, with the great Himalayas in the backdrop, the pristine Song River gurgling through thick shrubberies and little birds hopping and chirping about the area.

25. Sai Mandir Dehradun

9 km from city center 25 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Dedicated to Shirdi Sai Baba, the Sai Darbar Temple in Dehradun is situated along Rajpur Road. It is frequented by a plethora of devotees who come to pay their tribute to Sai Baba by offering chadars, flowers and sweets, and to attend the aarti organised every evening.

26. Ram Rai Gurudwara

0 km from city center 26 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Established by 'Ram Rai', the eldest son of the seventh Guru of the Sikhs, Sri Har Rai ji in 17th Century, Ram Rai Gurudwara in Dehradun is one of the oldest Gurudwara and a popular pilgrimage center of the Sikh religion.

27. Trekking in Dehradun

10 km from city center 27 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Trekking has been one of the favourite activities among adventure travellers coming to Dehradun. Jwala Devi, George Everest, Bhadraj Temple, Shivalik ranges, Doon valley, Dakpather, Asan Barrage are some of the places for trekking from Dehradun. Pachhwadun region is one of the starting points for a lot of treks.

28. Tiger View Jungle Camp

10 km from city center 28 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Situated in the village Goolar Khalla, Tiger View Jungle camp shelters the endangered Indian Tiger. You can take the jungle safari, and enjoy the rare facility of camping in the wilderness.

29. Bali Pass

86 km from city center 29 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

One of the least explored treks in the Indian Himalayan region that connects the Har Ki Dun Valley with Yamunotri, the Bali Pass Trek is a beautiful journey that one should try at least once in a lifetime.

30. Zonal Museum

4 km from city center 30 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

The zonal museum is popular for its collection of artifacts relating to the origin, development and sustenance of the mankind on earth, and stands witness to the ancient living conditions and customs of its people.

31. Fun 'n' Food Kingdom

8 km from city center 31 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Fun 'n' Food Kingdom is a huge and gorgeous situated near Prem Nagar in Dehradun. Owing to its themed decor, immaculate clean pools and array of thrilling adventurous rides, the park experiences a huge influx of localites and tourists alike.

32. Chetwoode Hall

5 km from city center 32 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

The Chetwoode Hall adjoins the Indian Military Academy and is home to the Indian army's modern artilleries and sophisticated ammunitions along with a wide range of artifacts that detail the splendor of the Indian Armed Forces.

33. Rupin Pass Trek

116 km from city center 33 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Perched at an altitude of 4600m, Rupin Pass is a place adorned with stunning beauty offering an adventurous thrill to its trekkers. Situated in the lap of surreal Himalayan mountain range, the trek holds several surprises for you.

34. Mall Road, Mussoorie

17 km from city center 34 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Located in Mussoorie, Mall Road is the best place to shop as there is a cluster of small and large shops displaying the best products. You can pick variety of items from here like Tibetan carpets local jewelries, brass statues, wooden crafts work, Garhwali paintings and woolen items.

35. Rafting in Tiuni

71 km from city center 35 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

If you have experience and courage then get ready to raft on India’s one of the wildest river Ton and get on a nerve wrecking ride of your life.

29 km from city center 36 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

This little known town finds its place along the bright, crystal clear waters of Yamuna, unlike the dead creature you encounter in Delhi. While the fine landscapes of Doon Valley, Katta Pathar where the Yamuna first comes out of the mountains, scintillating 180º panoramas of the Chakrata Hills and the celebrated 3rd century BC Ashokan Rock Edict are routine sights, the one of its kind river rafting on the Yamuna, and leisurely drives and picnics make for a perfect trip.

37. Joy Land Water & Amusement Park

37 out of 37 Places To Visit in Dehradun

Joy Land Water & Amusement Park is situated in Sahastradhara in Dehradun. With a picture perfect scenery and hills in the backdrop, the ambiance of the water park looks still better. Owing to its thrill rides and adventure activities, the water park experiences a large tourist influx especially in summers.

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Dehradun has 37 tourist spots and places to see.

There are various sightseeing options in and around Dehradun which are regularly visited by the tourists and residents alike. From zoological park to waterfalls to revered shrines, Dehradun has it all. Tapkeshwar Mahadev temple , Sahastradhara , Robber’s Cave , Malsi Deer Park are some of the popular places of interest in and around Dehradun. The beautiful hill station of Mussoorie is situated just 30 kms from Dehradun. 

Following is the list tourist places and picnic spots in Dehradun

There are 37 tourist spots in Dehradun where travellers can spent their leisure time. Here you will find list of all the Dehradun sightseeing options which you must visit and plan your itinerary accordingly. Explore the hidden gems of Dehradun through this well-researched list, learn about the most happening places, things to do, famous picnic spots for a memorable vacation in Dehradun.

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Daat Kali Temple

Santala Devi Temple

Laxman Siddh Temple

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Khalanga War Memorial

Paonta Sahib Himachal

Shiv Mandir

Gurudwara Nanaksar

Shikhar Fall

Dehradun Railway Station

Uttarakhand War Memorial

Chandrabani Temple

Regional Science Center

Dehradun Zoo

Parade Ground

Dehradun Mussoorie Ropeway

Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium

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Tiger Falls : One of highest waterfall in Uttarakhand, Tiger Falls is located 5 km from Chakrata . Tiger Falls has an elevation of 312 ft and is secluded place.

Jwalaji Temple : This place is also known as Benog Hill. There is Jawalaji Temple  here with Goddess Durga as its presiding deity. Benog hill is set at an altitude of 2104mts above sea level and is 9 km west of Mussoorie . It is situated on the top of the Benog Hill and looks like the crown of the hill. Surrounded by thick forest Benog Hill affords marvelous views of Yamuna Valley and Doon Valley .

Bhadraj Temple : There is a temple dedicated to the brother of Lord Krishna, Lord Balbhadra. Enchanting view of the Doon Valley and Chakrata ranges are captivating from this place. Bhadraj Temple is situated 15km from Dehradun.

The Char Siddhs: comprising a group of four temples around Dehradun: Lakshman Siddh (along the Dehradun- Rishikesh  road 12 km from Dehradun), Kalu Siddh (near Baniyawala), Manak Siddh (near Shimla Bypass Road) and Madu Siddh (near Premnagar). These small temples are scenic and pretty much unspoilt. It is commonly believed that visiting all four Siddhs in a single day will fulfil a devotee's wishes.

Rajaji National Park : Rajaji National Park was founded in 1966 and spreads over an area of 820 sq.kms, the park with it's magnificent ecosystem, is nestled in the lush valley of Shivalik ranges. It represents the flora of several zones of the forest, reverine, broad leaf mixed forest, chirpine forest, scrub land and grassy pasture lands.

The Museum, Forest Research Institute : Lavish environs and one of the largest institutes of its kind the  FrI museum  takes you deep down in the history of India's vast orest covers. Guided tours available The timings of the museum Open:9AM-1PM and 2:30PM-5:30PM. Photographs are allowed, but no flash is to be used indoors.

Chetwoode Hall, The Indian Military Academy: A charming little museum housing collections of 20th century military artefacts. It also tells us the glorious past of our armed forces.

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Dehradun is the provisional capital of Uttarakhand state. It is nestled between the Himalayan foothills to the north and the Shivaliks to the south. The town offers breathtaking scenery.

Understand [ edit ]

Dehradun has experienced tremendous growth, and has a population of around 550,000. It is also famous for the Doon School, which is often referred to as the Eton of India.

Climate [ edit ]

Dehradun is at an altitude of 2,200 ft in the Doon Valley between two of the most important rivers in India , the Ganges and Yamuna. It offers beautiful scenery and a moderate (but very rainy) climate in summer, and so is an ideal place to relax and escape the heat of the plains below. The town also serves as a convenient base for visiting the area's many tourist sites.

Get in [ edit ]

By plane [ edit ], by train [ edit ], by bus [ edit ].

• 30.28746 77.99795 3 ISBT . The bus station is located about 5–6 km from the centre of the town. To arrive from Delhi, trains are more convenient. ( updated Aug 2023 )

In case you are interchanging in Dehradun during the day, it sometimes makes sense to get off before the bus turn into the station, which is where many buses ply not going into the station or coming out somewhere else, e.g. going to Rishikesh. Ask the driver of your current bus, where to catch the onward bus.

From ISBT, Kashmere Gate in Old Delhi , Delux, Volvo, Semi-deluxe and ordinary Uttarakhand State buses depart hourly. There is also an overnight deluxe A/C service run by Uttarakhand Tourism. It is a 6–7-hr journey from Delhi.

By car [ edit ]

The trip from Delhi is in principle a five-hour drive, but unless departing very early in the morning, traffic greatly lengthens the journey. The town is on the narrow, two-lane NH 72A (Chhutmalpur to Dehradun). The road has slow vehicles at harvest times and pilgrims walking on the road in late July and early August.

Car rental companies provide cars to Dehradun from New Delhi Airport & New Delhi Railway station.

Get around [ edit ]

Dehradun has a city bus service run by private owners under STA. The destinations are written in Hindi above the windshield. Generally, however, the buses are crowded, so it is better to use other means of transport.

By auto rickshaw [ edit ]

Auto rickshaws are plentiful in the downtown area. They are not metered, but instead use a fixed rate system. However, as the rate is often not prominently displayed, it is advisable to have some idea of the cost to your destination before taking an auto rickshaw. Otherwise, you are very likely to be charged well over the odds.

By shared (fixed-route) autorickshaws [ edit ]

The cheapest way to get around town is via the ubiquitous blue three wheelers called Vikrams. These vehicles are often crammed, with capacity for 8 cramped passengers in the back. The Vikrams are numbered according to their routes through the city. Fare is ₹3-₹5.

• 1 - Rajpur Road: begins at Astley Road and travels North to the Rajpur-Mussoorie Road Fork.
• 2 - Sahastradhara/Raipur: begins at Survey Chowk, proceeds eastward to Sahastradhara Crossing, before splitting towards the North (Sahastradhara Road) or East (Raipur Road) depending on the Autorickshaw.
• 3 - Dharampur, Rispana Bridge: begins at Survey Chowk, proceeds to Haridwar Road and Dharampur, before proceeding through the Nehru Colony to Rispana Bridge.
• 4 - Doiwala: begins at Rispana Bridge and proceeds to Doiwala.
• 5 - Majra/ISBT: begins at Astley Hall, proceeds South to Majra and the Interstate Bus Terminus.
• 6 - Kaulagarh Road: begins at Connaught Place, goes Northwest up Kaulagarh Road.
• 7 - Chakrata Road: begins at Connaught Place, goes West on Chakrata Road.
• 8 - Kanwali/Kaonli Road: begins at Astley Hall, proceeds South to Saharanpur Chowk, before going West on Kanwali/Kaonli Road towards Balliwala. The last stop on this route varies between Seemadwar/Indranagar, Anurag Nursery or Vasant Vihar Chowk.
• 10 - Premnagar: very infrequent, goes West to Premnagar via Kaonli Road.

On foot [ edit ]

The best way to explore the town is on foot, since it is surprisingly compact. Finding your way around is not that difficult as it may seem at first glance. Rajpur Road is the main avenue and Chakrata Road is also quite an important street. They both intersect at the Clock Tower Roundabout. Walking across town can take up to 30 minutes.

By car or taxi [ edit ]

You can easily book a taxi in Dehradun from many local tour & travel agents operating. A car rental from good travel company can be opted for local & outstation journey. You can easily reach Dehradun by hiring online cabs from Uber & Ola app if taxi is available because many times cab is not available on their app. You may also hire a taxi online by visiting online cab rental companies

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See [ edit ]

• 30.3335 77.9816 1 Chetwoode Hall , Dehradun-Chakrata Road . The Indian Military Academy. A charming little museum housing collections of 20th century military artifacts.  
• 30.324341 78.041843 2 Clock Tower , Rajpur Road ( Rajpur and Gandhi Roads crossing ). Built by the British, this remains the icon of the downtown area.  
• 30.322 78.0771 3 The Gurkha Fort , Tapovan Forest Area .  
• 30.380393 77.98087 4 Jaspal Rana Shooting Range . Majhon- Paunda, Via Nanda Ki Chowki, Premnagar, Dehradun  
• 30.517894 77.843875 6 Kalsi . Small town in the Dehradun District with ancient monuments such as the Edicts_of_Ashoka.  
• 30.316494 78.032191 8 RIMC ( Rashtriya Indian Military College ). RIMC is one of the finest schools in India for training young men to become a part of the Indian Armed Forces.  
• 30.38544 78.12653 10 Sahastradhara . Around 14 km from Dehradun is the cold Sulphur water spring called Sahastradhara. The spring is believed to have exceptional medicinal value and the dripping caves and a bath in the Baldi River near the spring are said to rejuvenate the body and soul.  
• 30.328533 78.013295 11 Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology . Another place worth a visit is the Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology. It is the best center on Himalayan geology in the country and has done some pioneering work in the field. A museum displaying the geological diversity of the sub-continent is the center of attraction here and a must see for all those visiting the institute.  

Religious sites [ edit ]

• The Char Siddhs . Comprised of a group of four temples around Dehradun : Lakshman Siddh (along the Dehradun-Rishikesh road 12 km from Dehradun), Kalu Siddh (near Baniyawala), Manak Siddh (near Shimla Bypass Road) and Madu Siddh (near Premnagar). Small temples in scenic and as yet unspoilt locales. It is commonly believed that visitng all four Siddhs in a single day will fulfill a devotee's wishes.  
• 30.261555 77.996938 12 Mindrolling Monastery , 3 Budha Temple Rd, New Basti, Clement Town , ☏ +91 135 264-0556 , +91 135 264-0968 . A large Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan Nyingma tradition.  
• 30.317982 78.031995 13 Ram Rai Darbar , Jhanda Mohalla . Built by Guru Har Rai's son, it attracts many Sikh pilgrims from the nearby state of Punjab. Admission is free and non-Sikhs are welcome.  
• 30.3799 78.08751 14 Sai Darbar Temple , 109 Rajpur Road, IAS Officers Colony, Hathibarkala Salwala . This place of worship holds a high spiritual value, and is thus visited by tourists across the country.  
• 30.357364 78.016505 15 Tapkeshwar Temple , Garhi Cantt . An ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, Tapkeshwar is on the banks of a rivulet.  
• 30.130187 78.323056 16 Tapovan , Rajpur Road . According to legend, Guru Dronacharya did penance here.  

Do. [ edit ]

• Picnic - Pack a hamper of food and drinks and picnic at Sahastradhara, on the banks of the Baldi River. The mineral waters here are pure and clean. It is a 30-minute drive from the city of Dehradun. You can also rent a cycle from Hotel Madhuban. It takes a little over an hour to bike down.
• After a hard day's sightseeing, drive down to the village of Dakpathar 45 km away. The sparkling waters of the Yamuna makes this the perfect spot to relax. The neat little GMVN Tourist Complex is in the village. It has a good restaurant and a small swimming pool.

Trekking [ edit ]

Dehradun has plenty of trekking opportunities around as it serves as the nearest railway station to many trekking destinations.Here are a few among them

• Nag Tibba Trek – Also known as Serpent peak trek is one of the most loved winter treks of India. Located at an altitude of 3,050 m this easy trek is famous for its bold beauty all around it. Local of this area offer prayer to Nag Devta (God of snakes) so it got its name as Nag and Tibba means hill locked. This peak is also known as the highest peak of the lower Himalayas situated in the Garhwal region. The base camp for this trek is in a small village Pantwari which is about 90 km away from the nearest railway station .
• Har ki Dun Trek – Lateral meaning of word Har Ki Dun is 'Valley of God'. This beautiful trek is located at an altitude of 3,570 m at the foot of Fateh Parvat. it is said that the people of small village Osla had fought with Kauravas in the battle of Mahabharata. They are still loyal to Kaurva's and offer prayer in a temple dedicated to Duryodhana. This trek is popular among trekkers for its terrific ancient culture, mountain view, river streams, meadows, grassland and the alpine lake. The trail is of moderate gradient making it a perfect summer trek. Basecamp for this trek is at Sankri which is about 200 km away from the nearest railway station i.e Dehradun Railway Station.
• Kedarkantha Trek –Kedarkantha means Lord Shiva's neck also got its place in some of the ancient Hindu scriptures. This Kedarkantha peak is situated in Garhwal Himalayas of Uttarkashi District of Indian state Uttarakhand. Trekking to Kedarkanta peak is famous for its amazing 360° view of snow-covered mountains all around. This peak is at a height of 3,800 m and can be reached from its basecamp Sankri village in about 3 days and can be done in 5 days from the nearest railway station Dehradun. This winter trek is not just a trek but it is a real summit very rare on most of the trekking destinations in India.
• Dayara Bugyal Trek – Dayara Bugyal (High altitude meadow) is famous for a magnificent view of the densely forested valley and high altitude meadow which is situated at a height of around 3,660 m. Dayara Bugyal has a very wide snow expanse, it is as wide most of the time you will not be able to identify where it ends. This wide view of whiteness is rare which makes this trek one of the most favourite trekking destinations during the winter season. Some other mountain peaks of Mt. Srikanth, Mt. Junali are clearly visible from this trek. This trek has its base camp at a small village Raithatl which is about 185 Km away from the nearest railway station Dehradun Railway station. This trek can be done in 6 days from Dehradun and in 4 days from Raithal.
• Rupin Pass Trek – At an altitude of 4,650 m in the Uttarakhand state of India has its trail stretched both in Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh. This trek is of a total of 65 km and undeniably one of the greatest cross-over treks of India. Changing view at every moment sometimes very sudden this classic trek is like an orchestra changing scene with every beat. With every step vistas change and provide completely different views with every step. Views of the Rupin river flowing below you, trails passing through some of the hanging villages, snow bridges, glaciers, numerous waterfall on the way will make leave you astonished. Trek has its base camp at Dhaula village which is about 180 km from Dehradun and will take you around 8–9 hours to reach here. It will take you around 8 days to complete this trek from Dehradun.

Paragliding [ edit ]

Adventure seekers can enjoy tandem paragliding in Maldevta, a small town 10 km away from the center of Dehradun.

• India Thrills , ☏ +91 8077146567 . ₹3,500-4,500 . ( updated Apr 2020 )
• Adventure Nation . ₹4,250-5,250 . ( updated Apr 2020 )
• BizareXpedition , ☏ +91 9897-581-113 . ₹3,125-7,130 . ( updated May 2023 )

Buy [ edit ]

• Alaya Design Studio , 94, Old Rajpur, Near Shahenshahi Ashram ( in Old Rajpur, accessible by going uphill from Dakpatti Rajpur market or from Old Mussorie Road, turn towards Shahenshahi Ashram ), ☏ +91 135 6537205 . M-Sa 10AM-7PM . A design led social enterprise, Alaya Design Studio works with Craft and Skill based artisan communities in the state of Uttarakhand. At their retail outlet based in 94, Old Rajpur, you can find contemporary designs of Crafts and Furniture in locally available materials such as Bamboo, Wood, Handcrafted Copper, Natural fibers etc.  
• Astley Hall , Rajpur Road - a complex full of interesting, and good value shops and restaurants.
• Basmati rice - the Dehradun area is famous all over India & the world for its fragrant Basmati rice, but you can probably buy bags of it at your local Indian store so don't bother buying any here.
• Book World , 10-A Astley Hall ( at Astley Hall ), ☏ +91 135-2655845 . Another great bookshop where you can get practically any book you want.  
• The English book Depot . 15, Rajpur Road - the best bookshop for miles, with an excellent stock of fiction, travel literature, magazines and newspapers.  
• Brightly coloured, hand made woollen items made by tribal communities in the nearby Garhwal Hills.
• Himalayan Weavers , ☏ +91 135 2733113 (Rajpur), +91 135 2115282 (Mussoorie) . They use natural dyes to produce hand-woven shawls, stoles, scarves and throws of wool, eri silk and pashmina. Their aim is popularize the use of environmentally friendly natural dyes and provide a market for craft products made in the Himalayan region. They have a showroom in Chowk Bazaar (Rajpur). They also have a showroom 8 km from Mussoorie on the Mussoorie-Dhanaulti Road.  
• Khukris - the traditional knives that Dehradun is famous for. In fact the sword used in the film "Gladiator" was designed and made in Dehradun. Small shops in Dehradun stock them.
• Paltan Bazaar - a good place to pick up the local variety of Basmati Rice, and hand made woollen garments made by local tribal communities.
• Rajpur Road - the most popular shopping area.

Eat [ edit ]

• Black Pepper Bar & Restaurant , Astley Hall, Rajpur Rd . One of the finest bar and multicuisine restaurant in Dehradun in a soothing ambience.  
• Ellora's . Ellora's amazing cookies and plum cake.  
• Flavors , Saharanpur Road , ☏ +91 135 2626166 , +91 135 2726166 . Daily 11AM-11PM . Delicious food and amazing ambiance with live ghazals. Mid range .  
• Hotel President , 6 Astley Hall, Rajpur Rd , ☏ +91 135 2657082 . Hotel with a restaurant, bar, coffee shop. Pavilion is the multi cuisine restaurant in the hotel providing you with a range of Indian, Chinese and Mughlai delicacies. The colonial styled restaurant overlooks the scenic mountain slopes. Polo Bar in the hotel premises keeps a good stock of foreign liquors.  
• Kumar's , Rajpur Road . This well-known multicuisine restaurant serves Chinese, Indian and Continental food.  
• Lhasa , ☏ +91 135 2733274 . One of the best restaurants for authentic Tibetan fare located on Rajpur Road close to the Old Mussoorie Road diversion. This is several kilometres out of town. Call them for bookings or to order a pick-up meal. No home deliveries.  
• Moti Mahal , City Bus Stand, Rajpur Road . Famous for North Indian fast food. Try the samosa or bread pakora .  
• Maggie Point . A series of small restaurants between Dehradun and Mussoorie famous for their Maggie. One can also have the beautiful view of Dehradun city from up there.  
• 30.389489 78.094739 1 The Orchard , 3-B, Dak Patti, Rajpur ( close to the MDDA Rajpur Park near Jakhan ), ☏ +91 9837733111 . Restaurant with scenic views nestled on the side of the mountain overlooking verdant valleys. Decent food. Tibetan, Thai,Chinese, food is served here.Quite place with good ambiance and delicious food.  
• Punjab Restaurant , 1- Patel Market, Rajpur Road ( Near Clock Tower , Opposite Windlass Shopping Complex ), ☏ +91 135 2652697 , +91 135 2650303 . One of the best restaurants in town which provides Indian (like home cooked food)& Chinese food.  
• Rajpur Road . It has an abundance of eateries from McDonald's to Nirula's to roadside buffets... the food is great. Try Tibetan dishes available opposite the Parade Ground, or get some cheap but delicious vegetarian thalies near the station.  
• Tibetan market . Great momos (steamed buns filled with meat).  
• Udipi , Lytton Road . Famous for South Indian food. Start off with piping hot idlis, and move on to crispy dosas. Round off the meal in style with strong filter coffee.  
• Vatika , 97, Rajpur Road . A good multi-cuisine restaurant serving tasty and wholesome food. (A restaurant of Hotel Madhuban.)  

Drink [ edit ]

Coffee [ edit ].

• Barista . The English Book Depot, 15 Rajpur Road. Excellent coffee, iced tea and pastries.  
• Best Buddy's Cafe , Ground Floor Shop No 2, Pacific Hills, Main Mussorie Diversion, ( near Max Super Specialty Hospital ), ☏ +91 0135 273 3892 . 11AM-11PM . Modern cafe with outdoor seating. Continental, Thai, and Indian meals served. ( updated Mar 2019 )
• Cafe Coffee Day , Rajpur Road . Standard CCD fare. ( updated Mar 2019 )
• Cafe De Piccolo , 180, Rajpur Rd, Near Sai Mandir, Kishanpur, , ☏ +91 83768 56323 . 11AM-10PM . A cozy cafe with outdoor and attic seating. Good coffee. Italian cuisine. Tends to get crowded in the evenings. ( updated Mar 2019 )
• Eltham Bakery and Coffee House , Shop no. 11, Pacific Hills, Mussorie Diversion. ( near Max Super Specialty Hospital ), ☏ +91 097602 87502 . 9AM-11PM . A small cafe with outdoor seating. A wide rage of breads. Tasty snacks. ( updated Mar 2019 )
• Swings Cafe , Brothers Tower, 163 A, 1st Floor, Rajpur Road, Kishanpur ( five minute walk from Lemon Tree Hotel ), ☏ +91 8826372088 . 11AM-10:30PM . A pleasant cafe with swing chairs. Excellent coffee. Friendly service. Meals. ( updated Mar 2019 )

Alcohol [ edit ]

• Head Over Heels Bar , 97 Rajpur Road . A good range of drinks and snacks.  
• My Wife's Place . In Rajpur Road you can find this and well known for its North Indian food, especially a varaity of kebabs and mughlai dishes  
• President Hotel and Bar The finest bar in the downtown. Popular with army officers.
• Shipra Bar . This bar is the part of the Great Value hotel and is reasonably OK.

Sleep [ edit ]

• There are quite a few hotels in Dehradun, with the best options being those on Rajpur Road.

Budget [ edit ]

• Hotel Ambassador , Windlass Shopping Centre, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 135 655-831 , +91 135 655-832 . Well-designed rooms.  
• Hotel Deep Shikha , 57/2 Rajpur road ( Mussoorie Road opposite Secretariat ), ☏ +91 135 2659889 , +91 135 2659888 .  
• Hotel Doon Castle , Patel Nagar, Niranjanpur ( opposite Telephone Exchange, Saharanpur Road ), ☏ +91 135 2626166 , +91 135 2726166 . ( updated May 2019 )
• 30.337 78.0571 1 Hotel Great Value , 74 C Rajpur Road , ☏ +91-135-9358106043 , [email protected] . Offers modern facilities. From ₹3,500 .  
• Motel Kwality , 19, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 135 657-001 . Clean, but with basic facilities.  

Mid-range [ edit ]

• Best Western Madhuban , 97, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 135 749-990 , +91 135 749-995 . The web page for the Best Western international chain does not list this hotel, so its claim to be a Best Western hotel is unverified.  
• Great Value Hotel , 74C, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 135 2744-762 . Well-run, good value. Has food & beverage facilities. Call 09358106043,09358106046,09358106047 for reservations.  
• Hotel Softel Plaza , NH-72 Mohabbewala, Saharanpur Road , ☏ +91 135 2645050 , +91 135 2645060 , +91 135 2645070 . 5 km from railway station and 2 km from ISBT. Four-star hotel.  
• Hotel Viceroy Inn , N.H.-72, Saharanpur Road, Niranjanpur, 391/1 , ☏ +91 135-2729995 . Has decorated rooms, suites with Wi-Fi, a big conference hall, a wedding hall, etc.  
• 30.294481 78.058002 2 Hotel JSR Continental , NH-72, Haridwar Road, near Rispana Bridge, Danda Dharampur, Dharampur ( 3.8 km from railway station ), ☏ +91- 8392924904 , [email protected] . Swimming pool, business centre (with computers, printers, and other office equipment), child care, conference and event facilities, tennis or basketball courts, gymnasium, restaurants, day spa, and social function services. ( updated Jun 2019 )

Splurge [ edit ]

• Four Points by Sheraton , 152/4 Jakhan, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 0135 660 3300 . A smart business hotel. A one-minute walk from Pacific Mall. ( updated Mar 2019 )
• Lemon Tree , Pacific Mall, Jakhan, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 135 2737777 , [email protected] . A pleasant and efficient hotel next to the Pacific Mall. ( updated Mar 2019 )
• Vana Retreat , Mussoorie Road , ☏ +91 135 391 1114 , [email protected] . A very high-end wellness resort. Fantastic food with Ayurvedic options. Yoga, Ayurvedic and traditional Tibetan massage, acupuncture, tai chi. Classes in spiritual matters, with a strong emphasis on Tibetan Buddhism. Indian classical music performances. Very friendly service. ( updated Mar 2019 )

Connect [ edit ]

There are many internet cafes scattered throughout the town. All the hotels listed above have internet access. There are many iways in the city.

• Computer Base , Rajpur Road ( Windlass Shopping Centre ).  
• Reliance World , 56, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 135 309-4844 .  
• Sify iway , 20, Raj Plaza, Rajpur Road , ☏ +91 135 309-8880 . Anekant Place; Arhat Bazaar; Balliwala Chowk; Capri Mkt; Chakrata Road; Dav College Road; Deeplok Colony; Gandhi Road; Jakhan; Prem Nagar; Race Course; Swaraj Shopping Complex; 18 A, EC Road; St. 12, Arshiwad Enclave; 8, New Road; Ballupur Road; 42 Indira Nagar; Clement Town; 155, Saharanpur Road.  

Go next [ edit ]

• Yamunotri – Sacred village near the source of the Yamuna
• Chakarata – Unspoilt views (restricted area for foreign nationals).
• Harkidun – A great trekking destination.
• Haridwar – A sacred Hindu site on the Ganges, a little over one hour by train or road.
• The Himalayan foothills – beautiful scenery.
• Jaunpur – Stunning villages in this area.
• Mussoorie – A famous hill station noted for its scenic beauty.
• Nagtibba – Tribal communities.
• The Rajaji National Park – Located between Haridwar and Rishikesh.
• Rishikesh – The Char Dham Yatra (Four Shrines Sacred Journey) ideally begins from this sacred location.
• Sahastradhara – A hot spring resort.

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