{"id":855,"date":"2026-06-04T17:09:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T11:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/?p=855"},"modified":"2026-07-09T12:53:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-09T07:23:04","slug":"tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855","title":{"rendered":"15 Scenic Tourist Places &amp; Hill Stations near Dehradun within 100 kms to Visit"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planning for your trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/uttarakhand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Uttarakhand<\/a>? If you are visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/dehradun\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dehradun<\/a>, this article will help you to plan perfect short trips to the best tourist places &amp; hill stations near Dehradun you can explore within a day.<\/p><img width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-single size-post-single wp-post-image\" alt=\"Tourist Places &amp; Hill Stations to Visit Near Dehradun\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" title=\"Tourist-Places-Hill-Stations-to-Visit-Near-Dehradun\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand is full of tourist attractions and religious centers. The scenic views of the Garhwal Himalayas, wildlife in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/rajaji-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rajaji National Park<\/a>, and religious centers like Buddha Temple make it a popular tourist places near Dehradun. Here are some of the best places, you should visit when you are in and around Dehradun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#Hill_Stations_Near_Dehradun\" >Hill Stations Near Dehradun<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#1_Mussoorie\" >1. Mussoorie:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#2_Dhanaulti\" >2. Dhanaulti:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#3_Chakrata_Hill_Station\" >3. Chakrata Hill Station:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#4_Kanatal_Hill_Station\" >4. Kanatal Hill Station:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#5_Tehri_Hill_Station\" >5. Tehri Hill Station:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#Other_Nearby_Places_to_Visit\" >Other Nearby Places to Visit:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#1_Forest_Research_Institute_FRI\" >1. Forest Research Institute (FRI):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#2_Buddha_Temple_Mindrolling_Monastery\" >2. Buddha Temple (Mindrolling Monastery):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#3_Sahastradhara\" >3. Sahastradhara:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#4_Lachhiwala\" >4. Lachhiwala:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#5_Guchhu_Pani\" >5. Guchhu Pani:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#6_Dehradun_Zoo\" >6. Dehradun Zoo:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#7_Tapkeshwar_Temple\" >7. Tapkeshwar Temple:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#8_Regional_Science_Center\" >8. Regional Science Center:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#9_Khalanga_War_Memorial\" >9. Khalanga War Memorial:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#10_Zonal_Anthropological_Museum\" >10. Zonal Anthropological Museum:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tourist-places-hill-station-dehradun-855\/#FAQs\" >FAQs:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hill_Stations_Near_Dehradun\"><\/span>Hill Stations Near Dehradun<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Best 5 hill stations near dehradun, \u0926\u0947\u0939\u0930\u093e\u0926\u0942\u0928 \u0915\u0947 \u0906\u0938 \u092a\u093e\u0938 \u0918\u0942\u092e\u0928\u0947 \u0915\u0947 5 \u0939\u093f\u0932 \u0938\u094d\u091f\u0947\u0936\u0928\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/K_v53bU1UJ4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Mussoorie\"><\/span>1. Mussoorie:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The nearest hill station from Dehradun is Mussoorie. It lies in the foothills of the Garhwal Himalayas and is also famous as the \u2018Queen of the Hills\u2019. Mussoorie is located at 6500 ft. above sea level. Many people include it in their itinerary when looking for tourist places near Dehradun within 100 kms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Mussoorie.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15707\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Mussoorie.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Mussoorie-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Mussoorie-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Mussoorie-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Mussoorie-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Things to Do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a dip in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kempty-fall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kempty Falls<\/a> and Bhatta Falls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy boating at Company Garden and Mussoorie Lake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit old British-era buildings and churches<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View the hills from Lal Tibba and Gun Hill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk on the 4 km long Camel\u2019s Back Road<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spot animals at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/benog-wildlife-sanctuary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benog Wildlife Sanctuary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shop and enjoy street food at Mall Road<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Shedup Choepelling, Naag Devta and JwalaJi temples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Distance from Dehradun:<\/strong>&nbsp;35 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Dhanaulti\"><\/span>2. Dhanaulti:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti.jpg\" alt=\"Dhanaulti\" class=\"wp-image-15709\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti-345x194.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti-175x100.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti-755x425.jpg 755w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Dhanaulti-150x84.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This beautiful hamlet is located on the Mussoorie &#8211; Chamba route, about 60 kms from Mussoorie. As Dhanaulti is visited mostly during winter, it has many trails that are almost unexplored. The land is full of oak, deodar, and rhododendron trees. Situated at an altitude of 7500 ft., it is a very quiet place as compared to hill stations close to Dehradun like Mussoorie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Things to Do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the Eco Park divided into Amber and Dhara<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy sunrise from the Potato Farm (Aloo Khet)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/surkanda-devi-temple\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Surkanda Devi Temple<\/a> for hill views<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch birds and feel the silence of nature<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk in the forest with oak and deodar trees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Distance from Dehradun (ISBT):<\/strong> 37 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Chakrata_Hill_Station\"><\/span>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/chakrata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chakrata Hill Station<\/a>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"559\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chakrata-Hill-Station.jpg\" alt=\"Chakrata Hill Station\" class=\"wp-image-14822\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chakrata-Hill-Station.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chakrata-Hill-Station-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chakrata-Hill-Station-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chakrata-Hill-Station-301x200.jpg 301w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chakrata-Hill-Station-639x425.jpg 639w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Chakrata-Hill-Station-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chakrata is a quiet hill station in Uttarakhand, with pine trees, rhododendrons, and snow-covered Himalayan mountains. It is situated at a distance of about 90 km from Dehradun and has magnificent views of the Yamuna Valley. Those who love adventure can have fun by trekking to Kharamba Peak or skiing on snowy slopes. Do not skip Tiger Falls and the Deoban forest, a bird watcher paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Things to Do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Trek to Tiger Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in Uttarakhand<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hike around Chilmiri Top, Deoban, and Koti Kanasar for lovely views<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Camp under the stars at Moila Top and Koti Kanasar meadows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore Budher (Miola) Caves for a thrilling trekking experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Deoban forest for peace, fresh air, and birdwatching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch beautiful sunset views from Chilmiri Neck<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy rock climbing in the rocky areas near Deoban<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try waterfall rappelling for a fun adventure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Play and enjoy in the snow during Chakrata\u2019s winter season<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Distance from Dehradun:<\/strong> 90 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Kanatal_Hill_Station\"><\/span>4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kanatal-hill-station\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kanatal Hill Station<\/a>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"557\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kanatal-Hill-Station.jpg\" alt=\"Kanatal Hill Station\" class=\"wp-image-14823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kanatal-Hill-Station.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kanatal-Hill-Station-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kanatal-Hill-Station-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kanatal-Hill-Station-302x200.jpg 302w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kanatal-Hill-Station-641x425.jpg 641w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Kanatal-Hill-Station-150x99.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kanatal is a quiet hill station close to Mussoorie, and it is ideal for nature lovers. You will be able to walk along silent forest paths, to eat fresh food by the stream and to look at apple orchards. In winter, the whole place turns white with snow, looking like a dream. It\u2019s a great spot to relax, click photos, and feel close to nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Things to Do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go trekking in Kodia Jungle and to Surkanda Devi Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy camping under the stars in forest areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try adventure sports like rappelling, zip-lining and valley crossing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience rock climbing and sky-walking for fun and thrill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a jeep safari in Kodia Forest to spot wild animals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy peaceful nature walks in nearby forests and hills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch different birds in the jungle and open areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Distance from Dehradun:<\/strong> 103 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Tehri_Hill_Station\"><\/span>5. Tehri Hill Station:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tehri-Hill-Station.jpg\" alt=\"Tehri Hill Station\" class=\"wp-image-14824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tehri-Hill-Station.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tehri-Hill-Station-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tehri-Hill-Station-768x489.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tehri-Hill-Station-314x200.jpg 314w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tehri-Hill-Station-667x425.jpg 667w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Tehri-Hill-Station-150x96.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New Tehri is a quiet hill station in Uttarakhand, which is blessed with beautiful views and adventure sports. It is constructed close to Tehri Lake and dam, which is among the highest in India. This town has water sports, natural beauty and it is covered with temples and forests. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/tehri-lake-festival-4720\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tehri Lake Festival<\/a> is a major tourist attraction every year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Things to Do:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enjoy boating, kayaking, zorbing, and jet-skiing at Tehri Lake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go on scenic treks like Nagtibba, Khatling Glacier, and Sem-Mukhem<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Tehri Dam and enjoy the grand view of the river and hills<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk through the peaceful trails of Dhanaulti Eco Park<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit nearby temples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Distance from Dehradun:<\/strong> 102 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Nearby_Places_to_Visit\"><\/span>Other Nearby Places to Visit:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Forest_Research_Institute_FRI\"><\/span>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/forest-research-institute\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Forest Research Institute (FRI)<\/a>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"248\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Forest-Research-Institute-768x24-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Forest Research Institute, Dehradun\" class=\"wp-image-15710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Forest-Research-Institute-768x24-1.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Forest-Research-Institute-768x24-1-300x97.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Forest-Research-Institute-768x24-1-345x111.jpeg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Forest-Research-Institute-768x24-1-150x48.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spread across 2000 acres of land, this Forest Research Institute is an old architectural building. The main building was built in Greek-Roman architecture in 1929 and it\u2019s a National Heritage. FRI is located on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/chakrata\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chakrata<\/a> road, Dehradun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Chakarata Rd, New Forest, P.O, Indian Military Academy, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248006<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Take a peaceful walk in the green fields<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore trees and plants from around the world<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit six museums inside the campus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy a family picnic at the Botanical Garden<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting hours:<\/b>&nbsp;9:00 am to 5:30 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ticket Price:<\/strong> Around Rs 10 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun<\/b>: 6 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Buddha_Temple_Mindrolling_Monastery\"><\/span>2. Buddha Temple (Mindrolling Monastery):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"449\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Buddha-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Buddha Temple Dehradun\" class=\"wp-image-14817\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Buddha-Temple.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Buddha-Temple-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Buddha-Temple-768x411.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Buddha-Temple-345x184.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Buddha-Temple-770x412.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Buddha-Temple-150x80.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This monastery in Dehradun is the biggest Buddhist learning center in India. Located in the Clement Town area, this is a place to study many ancient sciences like calligraphy, astronomy, medicines, and research of old Buddhist scriptures. The Monastery was built in 1965 by Kochen Rinpoche. The architectural style of the monastery is Japanese and its height is about 220 feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> New Basti, Clement Town, Dehradun, Bharu Wala Grant, Uttarakhand 248002<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>See the wall paintings made with golden colour<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the shrines of Guru Padmasambhava and Lord Buddha<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Climb up to see the 360\u00b0 view of Doon Valley<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walk in the peaceful garden of the temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shop for books, handicrafts, and souvenirs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting hours:<\/b>\u00a09:00\u202fam to 7:00\u202fpm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b>&nbsp;9 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Sahastradhara\"><\/span>3. Sahastradhara:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"490\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara.jpg\" alt=\"Sahastradhara\" class=\"wp-image-15150\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara-768x448.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara-370x215.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara-343x200.jpg 343w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara-729x425.jpg 729w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Sahastradhara-150x88.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The meaning of Sahastradhara is &#8220;thousandfold water spring&#8221;. Located at the Baldi River, this is a very beautiful and highly popular picnic spot. The view made by various cascading and shining streams of water coming down the limestone outcrops is just amazing. The water pools thus become the sulfur springs having medicinal values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>See beautiful waterfalls and limestone rocks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a dip in sulphur springs for healing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit Joyland Water Park for fun rides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy ropeway ride for mountain views<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Ropeway Timings:<\/b>\u00a09:30 am to 6:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ropeway Ticket Price:<\/strong> Rs. 200-300 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b>&nbsp;17 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Lachhiwala\"><\/span>4. Lachhiwala:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Newly Renovated Lachhiwala Nature Park \ud83d\ude0d | Best Picnic Spot Near Dehradun | vlog26\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Z9Zlniqvobo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lachhiwala is now renamed as \u2018Nature Park\u2019. Located on Dehradun \u2013 Haridwar road and surrounded by Sal trees this is another popular picnic spot near Dehradun, which is favorite especially among the couples. A number of pools are made there in which water from Suswa river stream is collected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Lachiwala Picnik Spot Rd, Lachhiwala Range, Uttarakhand 248140<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Swim in the natural water pools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch birds in a peaceful forest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go for short treks among Sal trees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View the lovely sunset in the evening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay overnight at the Forest Rest House<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting Hours:<\/b>\u00a09:00 am to 5:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ticket Price:<\/strong> Rs 20 for adults and Rs 10 for children<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b>&nbsp;19 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Read Also<\/strong><\/em>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-uttarakhand-tourism-3471\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best Tourist Places To Visit In Uttarakhand<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Guchhu_Pani\"><\/span>5. Guchhu Pani:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Guchhu-Pani.jpg\" alt=\"Guchhu Pani\" class=\"wp-image-14818\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Guchhu-Pani.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Guchhu-Pani-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Guchhu-Pani-768x540.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Guchhu-Pani-284x200.jpg 284w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Guchhu-Pani-604x425.jpg 604w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Guchhu-Pani-150x106.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Image Source:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/rajajijunglesafari.com\/robbers-cave-dehradun-guchhu-pani-timings-entry-fee\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Rajaji Jungle Safari<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also known as Robber\u2019s Cave, this place is a long natural cave. This cave is located near Mussoorie Road at Anarwala village. Surrounded by the hills, this is a famous tourist place for picnics and trekking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Anarwala Rd, Garhi Cantt, Dehradun, Vijepur Gopiwala, Uttarakhand 248014<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Walk inside the water-filled cave<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy waterfalls inside the cave<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trek through the rocks and cool water<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carry extra clothes and wear slippers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting hours:<\/b>&nbsp;7:00 am to 6:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Entry Fee:<\/strong> Rs 35 per person<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b>&nbsp;9 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Dehradun_Zoo\"><\/span>6. Dehradun Zoo:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"840\" height=\"560\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Dehradun-Zoo.jpg\" alt=\"Dehradun Zoo\" class=\"wp-image-14819\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Dehradun-Zoo.jpg 840w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Dehradun-Zoo-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Dehradun-Zoo-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Dehradun-Zoo-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Dehradun-Zoo-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 840px) 100vw, 840px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dehradun Zoo was earlier known as Malsi Deer Park. If you are a wildlife lover, it\u2019s a favorite spot to visit after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/rajaji-national-park\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rajaji National Park<\/a>. Spread across 25 hectares of land, this zoo is located on the Mussoorie Road, Malsi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Diversion, Mussoorie Rd, Malsi, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248009<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>See animals like deer, crocodile, ostrich<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watch birds like owl, parrot and peacock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let kids enjoy on play slides<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have food at the cafeteria after a walk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting hours:<\/b>\u00a09:00 am to 5:30 pm (Monday Closed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:&nbsp;<\/b>11 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Tapkeshwar_Temple\"><\/span>7. Tapkeshwar Temple:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tapkeshwar-Temple-768x540-1.jpg\" alt=\"Tapkeshwar Temple\" class=\"wp-image-15711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tapkeshwar-Temple-768x540-1.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tapkeshwar-Temple-768x540-1-300x211.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tapkeshwar-Temple-768x540-1-284x200.jpg 284w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tapkeshwar-Temple-768x540-1-604x425.jpg 604w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Tapkeshwar-Temple-768x540-1-150x105.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is a famous temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is built on the banks of a seasonal river named \u2018Asan\u2019 at Garhi Cantt Road near Dehradun. There are two naturally made shiv-lingas inside the temple. The main Shivling is inside a natural cave. The temple is said to have one of the oldest shiv-linga. As the water droplets continuously trickle over it, hence it is called \u2018Tapkeshwar\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Tapkeshwer Rd, Birpur, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248001<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit natural cave with shivling inside<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/best-places-to-celebrate-mahashivratri-festival-in-india-429\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shivratri fair<\/a> and enjoy local food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try Bhang Juice and Bhang ke Pakode<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enjoy mountain views around the temple<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting hours:<\/b>&nbsp;4:00\u202fam to 10:30\u202fpm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b>&nbsp;7 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Regional_Science_Center\"><\/span>8. Regional Science Center:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a newly built science center, which is popular especially among the children. The center is located in Vigyan Dham, Prem Nagar, Dehradun<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Vigyan Dham, Jhjara, Prem Nagar, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248007<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Watch science shows in 3D theatre<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn with interactive games and exhibits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the Planetarium to see the stars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take kids to the Dinosaurs Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting Hours:<\/b>\u00a010:00 am to 5:00 pm (Monday Closed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b>&nbsp;13 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Khalanga_War_Memorial\"><\/span>9. Khalanga War Memorial:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a famous place in Dehradun depicting the bravery of Gorkhas. During the battle of Nalapani in 1814, Nepali Gorkhas fought against the British Army in Khalanga. The Gorkhas were short of food and water for 6 days, but they kept protecting the fort. The British Army General Gilaspy was impressed with the unmatched bravery of the Gorkhas. In the memory of General and Gorkhas, this memorial was built by the British. Perhaps it\u2019s one of its kind, where an army built a memorial for their opponent&#8217;s army. This memorial is located on Sahastradhara Road, Dehradun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Raipur, Tibbanala Pani, Uttarakhand 248008<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn about Gurkha bravery in history<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend quiet time at the memorial site<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a walk around the peaceful area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting Hours:<\/b>&nbsp;9:00 am to 5:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b>&nbsp;11 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Zonal_Anthropological_Museum\"><\/span>10. Zonal Anthropological Museum:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have an interest in the culture and history of the Himalayan people, then you must visit this place. This museum is located at Pearson Road, Dehradun. The Anthropological Society of India built this museum in 1971.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Location:<\/strong> Pearson Rd, Forest Research Institute, ONGC, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248003<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Things to Do:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>See how early Garhwali people lived<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn about Himalayan tribal culture<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Explore clothes, tools, and local traditions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Visiting hours:<\/b>&nbsp;10:00 am to 5:00 pm (remains closed on Sunday and 2nd Saturday)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Distance from Dehradun:<\/b> 5 km<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Conclusion:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are some more places to see, but I have selected the best and most famous tourist places in Dehradun. You can easily cover 4-5 places in a single day. So visit these beautiful places and make your trip a memorable one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1749809561943\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the best places to visit in Dehradun city?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can visit the Forest Research Institute, Buddha Temple, Sahastradhara, Tapkeshwar Temple, and Lachhiwala. These places are great for nature, peace, and learning.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1749809583295\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where can I enjoy a picnic with kids in Dehradun?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Lachhiwala, FRI, Dehradun Zoo, and Sahastradhara are perfect picnic spots. These places have greenery, water pools, and play areas for children.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1749809634733\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the best adventure hill stations near Dehradun?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Chakrata, Kanatal, and Tehri are great for adventure lovers. You can try trekking, camping, and fun sports like rappelling and zip-lining there.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1749809656010\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How many places can I cover in one day from Dehradun?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can easily visit 4 to 5 places like FRI, Tapkeshwar Temple, Sahastradhara, Guchhu Pani, and Buddha Temple in a single-day trip.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning for your trip to Uttarakhand? 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