Places to Visit In Kashmir

There are many beautiful places to visit in Kashmir, so if you’ve decided to visit and are considering the best places to visit in Kashmir, this blog is the perfect resource for you. This blog contains all the information you need to plan your Kashmir tour itinerary. By reading this blog, you will be able to determine which places to visit if you have a passion for adventure and want to engage in a variety of activities, or if you prefer quieter, less crowded locations. Kashmir has something to offer to all types of people. Let’s delve into the locations immediately.

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Top 10 Places to Visit In Kashmir

Here is a list of top 10 best places to visit in Kashmir:

1. Gulmarg

Gulmarg, sometimes known as Gulmarag in Kashmiri, is a town, hill station, tourist destination, skiing location, and notified area committee in the Baramulla district of the Indian union region of Jammu and Kashmir. It is situated 49 kilometers from Srinagar and 31 kilometers from Baramulla.

With the Himalayan Mountains in the rear scene, Gulmarg has drawn millions of visitors during its lifetime. The Highest Cable Car in the world, the Gulmarg Gondola, is one of Gulmarg’s key attractions.

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Gulmarg:

  • Pre-book Gondola Tickets (15 days prior)
  • Always negotiate in Activities
  • Takes 2 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
Gulmarg Beautiful

Things to do In Gulmarg

The best things to do in Gulmarg include:

  • Gondola Ride
  • ATV Ride 
  • Snow Activities

Best time to Visit Gulmarg

Best time to Visit Gulmarg is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Winter
  • Best Months to Visit: December, January and February

2. Pahalgam

In State of J&k is a health resorts called Pahalgam. It lies among tall hills covered with evergreen trees in the north east of District Anantnag. Its refreshing, energizing atmosphere and beautiful flow of Lidder River draw visitors not just from within the nation but also from elsewhere. On the route to sacred Amar Nath Ji Cave, which makes this places sacred for a lot of piligrims.

In Pahalgam you can do a lot of activities like water rafting and pony ride. Places like Aru Valley, Chandanwari and Baitaab Valley are must visit places. 

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Pahalgam:

  • 90 Km Away from Srinagar
  • You have to take Union Cab for Seightseeing
  • Takes 2 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
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Things to do In Pahalgam

The best things to do in Pahalgam include:

  • Pony Ride
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • Camping at Aru Valley

Best time to Visit Pahalgam

Best time to Visit Pahalgam is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Summer
  • Best Months to Visit: June, July and August

3. Sonmarg

Located in the Ganderbal District of Jammu and Kashmir, India, Sonamarg, sometimes known as Sonamagar in Kashmiri, is a hill station It lies roughly 62 kilometers from Ganderbal Town and 80 kilometers northeast of Srinagar, the capital.

In Sonmarg you can expect to see beautiful meadows and a river flowing between snowy glaciers. You can visit the beautiful Thajiwas Glacier which is a trek of 20 minutes, most of the tourists like to do a Pony Ride to Thajiwas. 

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Sonmarg:

  • 80 Km Away from Srinagar
  • You have to take Union Cab for Seightseeing
  • Takes 2 hours to reach from Srinagar
Sonmarg Complete tour guide

Things to do In Sonmarg

The best things to do in Sonmarg include:

  • Local Sightseeing to Zojila, Baltal and Zero point
  • River Rafting
  • Trek to Thajiwas Glacier

Best time to Visit Sonmarg

Best time to Visit Sonmarg is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Spring
  • Best Months to Visit: April, May and June

4. Gurez Valley

About 86km from Bandipore and 123km from Srinagar, to the north of the Kashmir valley, Gurez, sometimes known as Gurais, is a valley in the high Himalayas. About 2,400 meters above sea level, the valley is encircled by snowy Mountains.

In Gurez Valley you can see the beautiful Habba Khatoon Peak and a beautiful dam called Kishanganga Dam. Gurez Valley is a calm place with less tourists. It is an underrated places with the beauty which you will remember for a life time. 

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Gurez Valley:

  • 123 Km Away from Srinagar
  • Have to Pass trough 3 Check points
  • Takes 4 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
Habba Khatoon Peak Gurez

Things to do In Gurez Valley

Things to do in Gurez Valley include:

  • Camping
  • Trek of Habba Khatoon Peak
  • River Rafting

Best time to Visit Gurez Valley

The best time to visit Gurez Valley is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Summer
  • Best Months to Visit: June, July and August

5. Yousmarg

Yusmarg or Yousmarg is a hill station located in the Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is situated 53 km south of Srinagar, the summer capital of the state. Yousmarg is  a place which has beautiful landscapes, surrounded by pine trees, green meadows and amazing waterbodies like Doodhganga river

In Yusmarg you can do pony ride to Doodhganga, which is a river in between of amazing landscapes. You can have a walk to Doodhganga also it will take 15 minutes to reach.

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Yousmarg:

  • 53 Km Away from Srinagar
  • Carry waterproof shoes if its raining
  • Takes 1.5 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
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Things to do In Yousmarg

Things to do in Yousmarg are:

  • Walk to Doodhganga
  • Pony Ride to Doodhganaga
  • You can also visit Nilnag

Best time to Visit Yousmarg

Best time to visit Yousmarg is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Summer
  • Best Months to Visit: June, July and August

6. Karen Valley

About 145 km away from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, is the Keran Valley. People can see a different side of Kashmir by going to this beautiful valley with stunning views. The Keran Valley is still a unique place to visit, and one of the least-visited places in Kashmir. It’s not as popular with tourists as places like Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, or Pahalgam.

In Karen Valley you can wave to the people of Pakistan as the River is the border and its really close. 

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Karen Valley:

  • 145 Km Away from Srinagar
  • You have to get E-permission and pass 7 Checkpoints.
  • Takes 4 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
Keran Valley Houses can be seen from POK

Things to do In Karen Valley

Things to do in Karen Valley are:

  • Stay in a Tent
  • Star gazing at night
  • Walk to Cobra point

Best time to Visit Karen Valley

Best time to visit Karen Valley is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Summer
  • Best Months to Visit: June, July and August

7. Doodhpathri

Located in the Budgam district of Jammu and Kashmir, India, the hill station and tourist attraction Doodhpathri is part of the Khansahib tehsil. You can reach Doodhpathri from Srinagar city in around two hours, as it is only 44 kilometers distant. Doodhpathri is a beautiful river valley that is home to beautiful green meadows.

In Doodhpathri you can do pony rides take amazing pictures and visit the river by walk.

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Doodhpathri:

  • 44 Km Away from Srinagar
  • Takes 2 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
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Things to do In Doodhpathri

Things to do in Doodhpathri are:

  • Pony Ride
  • Camping
  • Trekking

Best time to Visit Doodhpathri

Best time to visit Doodhpathri is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Summer
  • Best Months to Visit: June, July and August

8. Bungus Valley

Bangus Valley, also called Bungus Valley, is a beautiful valley in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It is in the Kupwara District of Kashmir. It is in the Pirpanjal Range and is famous for its stunning natural beauty, including its snowy mountains, clear streams, and thick, green woods. For sure, Bangus Valley is one of Kashmir’s secret gems. This beautiful valley is 10000 feet above sea level and is surrounded by mountains. 

Bungus Valley is about 100Km away from Srinagar and has amazing meadows. 

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Bungus:

  • 100 Km Away from Srinagar
  • Road Condition is Average
  • Takes 3.5 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
Bungus Valley

Things to do In Bungus Valley

Things to do in Bungus Valley are:

  • Jump on Natural Trampoline
  • Camping
  • Trekking

Best time to Visit Bungus Valley

Best time to visit Bungus Valley is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Autumn
  • Best Months to Visit: August, September and October

9. Srinagar City

Srinagar is the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir. It is the city of Dal Lake, Mughal gardens and temples like Shankaracharya. Places like Pari Mahal, Hari Parbat Fort, Chashma Shahi, Shalimar Garden, Jamia Masjid, Hazratbal Mosque, Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden, Nigeen Lake, Dachigam National Park, Botanical Garden, Harwan are some of the best places to visit in Srinagar. 

In Srinagar you can enjoy Shikara rides in the morning and at the sunset which is a must do activity with you loved ones. 

Things to Keep in mind before Visting Bungus:

  • Bargain while shopping
  • Leave early in the morning 
 
Baramwari Srinagar Ticket booking

Things to do In Srinagar City

Things to do in Srinagar are:

  • Shikara Ride in Dal Lake
  • Visit Mughal garden 
  • Visit Shankaracharya Temple

Best time to Visit Srinagar City

Best time to Visit Srinagar is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Winter
  • Best Months to Visit: December, January and February

10. Sinthan Top

Sinthan Top, is situated 12,440 feet above sea level. Even though it is one of the valley’s unusual and less frequented tourist spots, the area is gradually growing in popularity due to less snow fall in most of the regions is Kashmir. It is around 130 kilometres south of Srinagar.

In Sinthan top you can do a lot of activites and thats why this place is at top. You can do Skiing and snow mobile riding and much more. It took us around 3 hours to reach there from Srinagar. 

Some Important Points regarding Sinthan Top Pass Are:

  • 130 Km Away from Srinagar
  • Snow Activities Available
  • Takes 3 hours to reach from Srinagar
 
Sunset at Sinthan Top

Things to do In Sinthan Top

Things to do in Sinthan Top are:

  • Snow-mobile Ride
  • Sledge Ride
  • Skiing

Best time to Visit Sinthan Top

Best time to Visit Sinrhan Top is:

  • Best Time to Visit is Spring
  • Best Months to Visit: April, May and June
FAQ's Related to Places to Visit in Kashmir

All parts of Kashmir are beautiful, but the mail attractions are touristy places like Gulmarg, Pahalgam and Sonmarg.

Gulmarg is the most visited place in Kashmir

January is the month in which Kashmir is the most beautiful

6 Days will be enough for a good Kashmir Trip

Top 10 Places are:

  1. Gulmarg
  2. Pahalgam
  3. Sonmarg
  4. Karen Valley
  5. Yousmarg
  6. Gurez Valley
  7. Doodhpathri
  8. Bungus Valley
  9. Srinagar
  10. Sinthan Top

Places to Visit in Kashmir In Winter Are:

  1. Gulmarg
  2. Pahalgam
  3. Sonmarg

 

Unique places to visit in kashmir are:

  1. Karen Valley
  2. Gurez Valley
  3. Bungus Valley

Places to Visit in Kashmir In Winter Are:

  1. Gulmarg
  2. Dang Waterfall
  3. Pahalgam

Top 5 Places to visit in Kashmir are:

  1. Gulmarg
  2. Pahalgam
  3. Sonmarg
  4. Gurez Valley
  5. Doodhpathri
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