Want to Explore Places Near You in the Long Weekends ? Find the List Here

Last Updated : Aug. 9, 2017, 7:19 p.m.

What comes to one’s mind when a long weekend arrives? Most probably, a travel to the nearby destinations would top the wish chart, isn’t it? A trip to the picturesque destinations not only freshens one’s mind but also allows an individual to perform better at a workplace.

Assume an individual gets two days off in a week. In that case, he/she can easily travel to the nearby destinations and chill around. Also, when a festival comes at the start of the week, the weekend gets longer and thus gives more time to spend outside. So, what are the places to visit during the long weekends? Let’s find them out in this article.

Places to Visit from New Delhi

A Delhite? Want to make most of the off time? A visit to the following places will be full of fun.

Jaipur

Jaipur, the city of forts, is full of architecture and beauty. The pink city is loaded with beautiful havelis, majestic places, marvelous fortresses and lovely temples. Some of the famous products in Jaipur include spectacular jewellery, blue pottery and other handicraft items.

Top Sightseeing Attractions in Jaipur

City Palace Jaipur – Well, for any traveller in Jaipur, the first thing to do after getting up from the hotel bed is to prepare for a fantastic trip to the City Palace, constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh. Located in the heart of the city, the palace shows a unique combination of Rajput, European and Mughal architectures. The venue also has several gardens, courtyards and other structures built around it.

Entry Fee – ₹190 for Indian nationals
– ₹500 for foreigners

Entry Time – 09:00 A.M.- 05:00 P.M.

Amber Fort – A whole lot of food and entertainment is in store for a 4-hour stay at Amber Fort. Taste the delicious Rajasthani Cuisine, enjoy dazzling light show and a folklore entertainment in various languages, including Hindi and English. The price for the same can be around ₹4,500.

How to Reach Jaipur?

Well, if you want to travel along the sky from New Delhi to Jaipur, a price of around ₹4,000-5,000 (per individual-one way) would have to be paid for the exhilarating experience that the trip has to offer. The duration of a travel is likely to be an hour or so. Whereas, by train, the fares can range from ₹300-2,000, based on the class of the coach you are travelling by. Even the buses run between the destinations. The cost can be around ₹400-600 per individual. Both the buses and trains can cover one side of the journey in 4-6 hours. The short travel duration gives you a lot of time to move around the city.

Hotel Accommodation Costs in Jaipur

Now comes the accommodation costs, which you should look to minimize so as to have plenty to spend on the sightseeing experience that awaits in Jaipur. So, your focus should be to book a stay in a budget hotel. The prices of budget hotels can be from 1,000-5,000 for a day stay.

Mcleodganj

Mcleodganj is one spot that a nature lover like you should visit atleast once in a lifetime. From the eye-catching waterfalls to the spectacular snowfall, the venue has everything you would like to see.

Top Sightseeing Attractions in Mcleodganj

Bhagsu Falls – Two kilometers away from Mcleodganj is the lovely Bhagsu Falls surrounded by lush green fields and spectacular sceneries. Spread over a massive expanse of land, the place offers opportunities to dabble into games like trekking.

Triund – Come and explore this wonderful place called Triund, which provides a trek into the majestic Himalayas. The short and simple trek to Triund can be done from Mcleodganj for a distance that spans to 1,100 meters. Well, it’s one great experience while walking along the Rhododendron and Oak forest.

Dharamkot – An attractive spot for the travellers, Dharamkot offers a comprehensive view of the Dhauladhar and Kangra Valley ranges. You can feel a deep sense of relaxation by visiting various meditation centres, namely- Vipassana Meditation centre, Tushita Meditation Centre and Dhamma Shikara.

Dalai Lama Temple – Showcasing the Tibetan culture, Dalai Lama Temple is one of the major attractions in Mcleodganj. You can come and explore the artistic brilliance of the temple. The biggest draw for the temple is the peace that it provides to the visitors coming here.

How to Reach Mcleodganj?

If you wish to cover the journey to Mcleod Ganj by a flight from New Delhi, you would have to first deboard at Dharamshala, around 5 and a half kilometers away from the destination. The flight cost can be anywhere between ₹6,000-12,000 per individual for one-way.

From Dharamshala, you can book a cab or travel by public transport to reach the Mcleodganj. The combined time duration of the one-way journey from New Delhi to Mcleod Ganj by airways and road is likely to be around 3 hours. You can also board the bus from New Delhi to reach Dharamshala and then take a transport of your choice to reach Mcleodganj.

Hotel Accommodation Costs in Mcleodganj

The hotel accommodation costs can be around ₹800-6,000 for a day stay.

Places to Visit from Mumbai

Staying in Mumbai? Want to fly down to the nearby places to enjoy a long weekend? Well, you have multiple destinations nearby. Let’s find out the details of the nearby places from Mumbai.

Goa

When the word Goa does the round, it’s the beaches with magnanimous scenery around the vicinity become the topic of discussion among the adults. You can move to the beaches in your favourite swimwear, do sunbathing, and involve in many water sports activities like scuba diving, boat riding and others. After a day time at the glorious beaches, it’s time for the amazing nightlife to experience at the pubs and discs located in Goa.

How to Reach Goa?

You can take a flight from Mumbai and hope to reach Goa in about 1-2 hours. The flight journey would cost around ₹7,000-12,000. Whereas, a one-night ride via bus can be booked by paying a price of ₹500-1,000.

Hotel Accommodation Costs in Goa

A day-stay in the hotels at Goa can demand a payment of₹600-6,000.

Khandala

A two and a half hours ride from Mumbai, Khandala is a perfect destination for someone wanting to chill around amidst a spectacular scenery. Packed with hills and greeneries, this one place you must not miss in the long weekends.

How to Reach Khandala?

The bus is the most convenient option to reach Khandala, with the fares being ₹500-2,000.

Hotel Accommodation Costs in Khandala

The hotels can be booked at a price of ₹1,600 to 7,000 for a day-stay.

Top Sightseeing Attractions in Khandala

Tiger’s Leap – One of the most popular tourist attractions in Khandala, Tiger’s Leap makes the visitors go ga-ga over its scenic beauty. It offers a spectacular view of the picturesque locales.

Kune Waterfalls – One of the most taller waterfalls in the country, the 3-tier Kune Waterfalls has a height of 200 meters. The lush green area provides ample opportunities to swim and bath in the water.

Lonavala

Located around 96 kilometers from the financial capital of India i.e. Mumbai, Lonavala is calling you loud to explore the breathtaking entertainment options that are available here. The place is well known for the production of a sweet eatable, called as hard candy chikki, from various nuts mixed with jaggery.

Top Sightseeing Attractions in Lonavala

Lonavala Lake – The lake offers a spectacular view of water surrounded by the amazing greenery that would strike you from the outset.

Imagica Adlabs – The venue is a perfect pick to hang out with your friends and delve into the entertainment options available here. Incepted in 2013, the place is fast gaining the tag of a one-stop recreation centre. A wide range of amusements and leisure options is available for people of all age groups.

How to Reach Lonavala?

It will take around 3 hours to reach Lonavala from Mumbai by a bus. The bus fares are cheaper with lowest being ₹330.

Hotel Accommodation Costs in Lonavala

You can book a day stay in Lonavala at a price of ₹1,500-6,000.

Places to Visit from Bengaluru

Working in the IT City of Bengaluru? Want to spend quality time away from the city during the long weekends? Well, you can visit the following nearby locations from Bengaluru.

Mysore

Located around 140 kilometers from Bengaluru, Mysore is arguably the second largest city in the state of Karnataka. The erstwhile capital of the Mysore Maharajas, the city leaves the visitors awestruck with heritage buildings, temples and a bundle of monuments.

Top Sightseeing Attractions in Mysore

Mysore Palace – Showcasing the fine arts and culture of India, Mysore Palace is an outstanding artificial edifice. The 3-storeyed building combines the architectural styles of Hindu, Muslim, Rajput and Gothic. Fine gray granite and beautiful domes made of pink-coloured marbles have been used in constructing this eye-opener.

Entry Fee – ₹20 for Children Aged 10-18 Years
– ₹40 for Adults

Brindavan Gardens – One of the most attractive venue for the visitors in Mysore, Brindavan Gardens are known for the beautiful scenery of fountains during the night time. Situated just below the famous Krishnaraja Sagar Reservoir and built across the Kaveri River, the spot is ideal to witness a glorious sunset and watch the water falling to the tune of music. It’s a complete amusement centre with the setting up of children’s park, fisheries station as well as a hydraulic research station.

Entry Time – 06:00 A.M. – 08:00 P.M.

Music Fountain Show – 06:30 P.M. – 07:30 P.M. (Weekdays)
– 06:30 P.M. – 08:30 P.M. (Weekends)

Entry Fee – ₹5 for Children (5-10 Years), ₹15 for Adults

How to Reach Mysore?

You can take a bus and pay a fare of ₹230-300 to reach Mysore.

Hotel Accommodation Cost In Mysore

The hotel charges can be ₹600-7,000 for a day stay.

Ooty

Located at about 270 kilometers from Bengaluru, Ooty presents ample opportunities to enjoy a spectacular scenery. From the lakes to the lush greenery, Ooty has everything that a nature lover seeks. The temptation for ‘Ooty Expedition’ is set to rise further by glancing at the popular sights the venue has for the visitors to witness.

Ooty Lake -Just behind the bus stand, you can find the Ooty Lake in an irregular L Shape. Built by John Sullivan, the lake has a length and width of approximately 2.75 kilometers and 100-140 meters, respectively. The eucalyptus trees, which you can find here is a delight in itself. For a photographer like you, there can’t be much better places than Ooty Lake. There is a Boat House at the end of the lake where you can get boats on rent. Wanna check the prices? Look at the table below.

Entry Fee – ₹10 per person, ₹20 per still camera and ₹125 per camcorder

How to Reach Ooty?

A 7-9 hour ride via bus will cost you around ₹600-1,000.

Hotel Accommodation Costs in Ooty

The cost of staying in hotels at Ooty can be anywhere between ₹1,400-6,000 per day.