Places To Visit In Srinagar 

Srinagar, known as the Venice of the East, is famous for its beautiful lakes, houseboats, and Mughal gardens, along with breathtaking landscapes and a rich cultural heritage. It is a well-connected city in Kashmir, accessible by train, air, or road. From here, you can visit multiple destinations on your bucket list.

Best Months To Travel To Srinagar

For Snow Lovers: There is no perfect time to travel—whenever you decide to go is the best time! However, if you love snow, the end of November, December, January, and the beginning of February are ideal months.

For Those Who Love Sunlight and Lush Greenery: If you prefer moderate temperatures, then February, March, April, September, October, and November are the best months. During this time, the weather is pleasant, with sunny days and cool nights.

Monsoon Season: I suggest avoiding travel during the peak monsoon season, but you can visit at the beginning of the monsoon, when rainfall is lighter. Srinagar is one of the best places to visit in June, as it is nestled in the Himalayas and showcases stunning summer landscapes.

Top Attractions In Srinagar

Sr No	Places to Visit in Srinagar	Distance from Srinagar
1	dal lake	9.4KM
2	lal chowk	Main City Center
3	nigeen lake	7.1 KM
4	shalimar bagh	13.6 KM
5	Nishat bagh	13.2 Km
6	tulip garden	10.3 Km
7	Shankaracharya Temple	10.6 KM
8	Pari Mahal	12.9 Km
9	Hazratbal Shrine	8.6 KM
10	Hari Parbat	4.9 KM
11	Char Chinar Dal lake	9.7 KM

Other Popular Locations In Srinagar

Sr No	Places to Visit in Srinagar	Distance from Srinagar
1	Chashme Shahi	11.4 km
2	Shah Kashmir Arts Emporium	13.0 km
3	Zabarwan Park	32.0 km
4	Badam Wari Park	27.0 km
5	SPS Museum	28.5 km
6	Jamia Masjid Srinagar	25.0 km
7	Sonzal Musical Fountain And Laser Show	32.7 km
8	Sangeen darwaza	26.6 km
9	Dalgate	28.0 km
10	Shankaracharya Reserved Forest	34.8 km
11	Harwan Garden	30.5 km
12	Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Botanical Garden	34.1 km
13	Zabarwan Range Trekking Area	33.3 km
14	Masjid Dastgeer Sahib	26.8 km
15	Pather Masjid	25.5 km
16	Dal Lake, Ghat Number 1	28.1 km
17	Khanqah-e-Moula	25.2 km
18	Iqbal Park	25.9 km
19	Dachigam National Park	22 km

Note: The distance of the listed places is according to Google Maps

Top Activities To Do In Srinagar

1. Savor the Local Cuisines
2. Shop Like a Local at Lal Chowk
3. Stay in a Gorgeous Houseboat – ₹900-₹1200/person
4. Go for Paragliding – ₹500/person
5. Enjoy a Shikara Ride on Dal Lake – ₹300-₹800/person
6. Seek Blessings at Shankaracharya Temple
7. Admire the Mountain Ranges of Hari Parbat
8. Marvel at the Scenic Beauty of Shalimar Bagh
9. Take a Nature Walk at Nigeen Lake
10. Relax in the Serenity of Nehru Garden
11. Go Camping – ₹1500-₹2500/person
12. Experience Thrilling Trekking Adventures

Bike And Car Rental Options In Srinagar

Sr No	Travel Options	Rental Price/Day
1	Rental cab	1500/Day
2	rickshaw	800
3	Bike on Rent	800-1000
4	rental car	3000
5	Rental Bicycle	Starts from RS.50

Note: You can take shared taxis from Mandi, Srinagar to all destinations, including Gulmarg, Pahalgam, Sonmarg, Keran Valley, Gurze Valley, Yusmarg, and Doodhpatri.

Budget Hotels You Can Consider For Staying In Srinagar

Sr No	Hotels	Price
1	Hotel Lake Side	1680
2	Fair Mount Hotel	1650
3	Zostel Srinagar	1800
4	Kashmir Hilltown	1500
5	HOTEL ROYAL HAMEED	1680
6	Dal View Resort	1270
7	House boats	900- 1200/ Person
8	Home Stays	1000/ Person
9	Hostels	900/Person

According to Google maps, these are the top-rated and affordable hotels in Srinagar.

Shopping And Food Options In Srinagar 

Lal Chowk and Polo Market are the best places for shopping. Avoid shopping from the stores inside Dal Lake, as they are extremely expensive.

When it comes to food, Kashmir is a paradise for non-vegetarians, but there are also plenty of options for pure vegetarians. It’s best to eat at local restaurants, where meals start at ₹300, offering both affordability and great taste. There are multiple food options, ranging from luxurious restaurants to local street vendors (desi thelas).