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Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
About 2,200 m

Shimla

The colonial-era queen of hill stations

Shimla in short

Shimla, the state capital of Himachal Pradesh, sits at around 2,200 m on a long mountain ridge. The Mall Road, Christ Church, the Ridge and the toy-train route from Kalka are the heart of any visit, surrounded by pine forests and quiet day-trip towns like Naldehra, Mashobra and Kufri.

Best time to visit

March–June for greenery; December–February for snow

Altitude
About 2,200 m
State
Himachal Pradesh
The Ridge

Around Shimla

The Ridge

The open square at the centre of town.

Christ Church

The 19th-century church that stands on the Ridge.

Jakhoo Temple

The Hanuman statue above the deodars, at the top of the ridge.

Shimla in snow

Snowfall usually comes between December and February.

Things to do in Shimla

  1. Walk the Mall Road and the Ridge in the heart of town

  2. Toy train ride between Kalka and Shimla (UNESCO-listed)

  3. Day trips to Kufri, Mashobra, Naldehra and Chail

  4. Jakhoo Temple at the highest point of the ridge

  5. Heritage buildings: Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge, Gaiety Theatre

More of Himachal

Kasol photo: Alok Kumar, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Jibhi photo: Phototraveller1, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Dalhousie photo: Piyush Tripathi, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Kinnaur photo: Anubhav Agarwal, edited by UnpetitproleX, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 (cropped and resized)

Why book with Suryawanshi Tours & Travels

Founded by retired HP Police Inspector

Inder Dutt Suryawanshi brings decades of local Himachal experience and a deep commitment to safety.

Drivers experienced with hill terrain

Our drivers know Himachal's roads in every season: monsoon, snow, and high passes.

Transparent pricing, no hidden costs

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Shimla?

March–June for greenery; December–February for snow. Roads and weather change with the season, so tell us your dates and we will say what to expect.

What are the main things to do in Shimla?

Walk the Mall Road and the Ridge in the heart of town. Toy train ride between Kalka and Shimla (UNESCO-listed). Day trips to Kufri, Mashobra, Naldehra and Chail. Jakhoo Temple at the highest point of the ridge. Heritage buildings: Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge, Gaiety Theatre.

Do you have Shimla tour packages?

Yes. There are 3 Shimla packages on this page, and each one can be changed to fit your dates, group and budget.

Do you arrange transport to Shimla?

Yes. We arrange pickup and drop at Chandigarh airport and railway station, Kalka railway station and Delhi, in an Innova, Crysta, Scorpio, Bolero or a 12 to 17 seater tempo traveller, with a driver who knows the hill roads.

Tell us your dates. We plan the rest.

Send a message with where, when and how many people. We reply with an itinerary and a quote.

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Shimla

Custom itinerary on request