Places to Visit in Srinagar

Dal Lake, Srinagar most iconic attraction, is famous for its shikara rides and floating markets, offering a glimpse of Kashmir’s lively culture. Spanning 18 square kilometres, it features breathtaking Himalayan views, Mughal gardens along its shores, and vibrant lotus blooms in summer. To enhance the overall experience of your visit, you can choose to stay in Dal Lake houseboats and spend the night amidst the lake's tranquillity and scenic beauty.

Located near the Dal Lake, Nishant Bagh happens to be an enchanting twelve terraced garden that you can witness with our affordable Kashmir tour package. It is packed with green trees, scented flowers, and beautiful fountains, and provides a serene ambience to enjoy for all. Known to be the 2nd biggest Mughal garden, this garden was constructed by Noor Jahan’s elder brother named Asif Khan, in the year 1633.

Forming the largest garden of the 3 breathtaking Mughal Gardens, the amazingly laid out Shalimar Bagh makes for one of the most sublime places to see in Srinagar. According to history, this stunning garden was constructed by Jahangir back in the year 1619 for his beautiful wife Noor Jahan, thus making it a historically significant attraction to explore with our special Kashmir tour package.

Manifesting the extraordinary craftsmanship of the Mughal horticulturists, this garden overlooks the mesmerizing Dal Lake and showcases surreal architecture.

Opened for public in the year 2007, the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden was built with the aim of improving floriculture as well as tourism in Kashmir. The initiative proved to be a huge success and in the year 2017, this beautiful garden had its name among the world’s 5 best tulip gardens. On your visit to Kashmir, you can explore this famous attraction at its best with the special Kashmir tour packages. This garden is blessed to have even the rarest of rare tulip varieties, including the “Queen of the Night”. The main highlight of the Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is the enchanting annual festival, which is held in Spring, between March and May.

Presenting a combination of several wonderful gardens, the Mughal Gardens is counted among some of the most brilliantly engineered places to see in Srinagar with the Kashmir travel packages. Built by the Mughals, all these gardens feature the beautiful Persian architecture and are filled with lush grasses and colorful flowers. The site of these gardens and their planning was made by the Mughal Emperor Jahangir and hence, the place’s grandeur is dedicated to him.

Pari Mahal is the smallest UNESCO-recognized Mughal Garden in Srinagar. The main features of this place are the seven stunning terraced gardens, Mughal architecture, and well-kept lawns with unique flower beds. Situated on the Zabarwan range, it offers panoramic views of Dal Lake and Srinagar. Visitors can explore its historic ruins, rich heritage, and folk legends while enjoying its Kashmiri charm.

Visit the Shankaracharya Temple, a special place in Srinagar that sits high on a hill. Climb 250 steps to reach the temple and admire its breathtaking beauty. The temple is very old, with a unique design and inscriptions on its walls. From the top, you can see amazing views of Dal Lake and the Jhelum Valley. Inside, there is a cave where Adi Shankara, a wise scholar, meditated. The temple has a rich history, and it is believed that it was repaired by King Gopadittya. Visiting here can provide you with a mix of adventure, history, and peaceful moments.

Situated 22 kilometres from Srinagar, Dachigam National Park is a wildlife haven in the Zabarwan Range. Home to the rare Hangul deer, also known as the Kashmiri Stag, it spans hundreds of acres of land. you can find stretches of forests and grasslands here that are a treat to the eyes. It is a symbol of nature's strength and beauty and offers an unforgettable escape into the wild.

Counted among the most sacred Islamic tourist places in Srinagar, the Hazratbal Shrine lies on the peaceful banks of Dal Lake, and it is a mesmerising attraction to explore with our best Kashmir tour package. The name of the shrine is taken from the Kashmiri terms, “Hazrat” meaning “Sacred” and “Bal” meaning “Place”. The major attraction of this majestic shrine is a unique relic called Moi-e-Muqaddas that is basically a holy hair from the beard of Prophet Muhammad. The hair is well-preserved inside the structure and is presented before the devotees only on special Islamic occasions.

Lying on the eastern part of Srinagar, Nigeen Lake is considered to be a part of the beautiful Dal Lake. Although separated from it by a narrow causeway, it offers an equally magnificent view to marvel at while touring with the well-crafted Kashmir packages. Also referred to as “The Jewel in the Ring', the name of this lake is inspired by the plethora of tall trees that surround the deep blue waterbody.

Popular all over the world for its mesmerizing natural spring, Chashme Shahi happens to be a section of the famous Mughal Gardens of Srinagar, and is a must-visit attraction on your trip to Kashmir. Commissioned by Shah Jahan as a dedication to his son, Dara Sikoh, this stunning garden was constructed back in 1632 by the emperor’s governor, Ali Mardan. According to popular beliefs, this place was first discovered by Rupa Bhawani, Kashmir’s renowned female saint. The name of the site is thus inspired from the clan to which the saint belonged, that is the Sahib clan of Kashmiri Pandits.

Known popularly for its rich religious and historical significance, Hari Parbat is a magnificent mountain overlooking Srinagar city that is included in our Kashmir tour packages. Counted among the top religious places to visit in Srinagar, this mountainous site is home to a plethora of beautiful shrines that are dedicated to several deities. Hari Parbat shelters Sharika Devi Temple that worships Goddess Jagdamba. In addition to this Hindu temple, the mountain also houses a gurdwara and a mosque, showcasing secularism in this region.

Jamia Masjid in Srinagar is a magnificent 14th-century mosque known for its stunning Indo-Saracenic architecture. The mosque boasts 378 wooden pillars, a peaceful courtyard and a manicured garden with fountains. Located in the heart of the old city, it offers a serene retreat with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, making it a must-visit spiritual and architectural landmark.

Considered to be one of the most rejuvenating places to visit in Srinagar, Anchar Lake is connected to the pristine Dal Lake through a channel, known as “Amir Khan Nallah”. During the occurrence of floods, the excess waters of the Dal Lake get diverted here. You can admire the beauty of Anchar Lake with our very affordable Kashmir tour package that offer a tour of this significant lake.

Constructed back in 1623 by Noor Jahan, Pathar Mosque is located on Jhelum river’s banks, and it is a wonder place to visit on your trip to Kashmir. According to popular historical facts, this mosque was built under the administration and scrutiny of the famous Mughal architect and historian, Malik Hyder Chaudhary.

Crossing River Jhelum in a seemingly North-South direction, the beautiful Zero Bridge connects Sonwar on the northern end to Rajbagh on the southern end. This bridge was originally built in the 1950s under Bakshi Ghulam Mohammad, who was the Prime Minister at that time. Though this bridge was earlier used for crossing the Jhelum river, vehicular movement was banned on the Zero Bridge in the 1980s in order to protect the weakening wooden structure. It is a very significant attraction to visit while on your Kashmir trip, as its intriguing history and appearance make for a splendid sight for the tourists.

Considered to be one of the oldest spiritual places to visit in Srinagar, Dastgeer Sahib happens to be a 200 years old sufi shrine. According to popular beliefs, the shrine was constructed by the philanthropist Mir Husain Qadri back in the year 1845. It is a must-visit spot for the history enthusiasts and spiritual tourists alike, while on a heart-warming trip to Kashmir.

Char Chinar in Srinagar, located on the Dal Lake, is a stunning island adorned with four majestic Chinar trees. This picturesque spot offers a serene escape amidst nature's beauty, with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and tranquil waters. It's a must-visit destination for its tranquil ambiance and a perfect spot to enjoy the beauty of Kashmir.

Surrounded by the magnificent Himalayan ranges, the Jawaharlal Nehru Botanical Garden is a must-visit place in Srinagar, Kashmir. It was built in 1969 to honour India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. The garden looks nothing less than a floral paradise, welcoming you with a landscape full of colourful flowers and a sweet aroma in the air.

Known to be one among Asia’s biggest freshwater lakes, Wular Lake offers breathtaking beauty and majesty. The basin of this lake was formed due to tectonic activity owing to which the entire land covered by this water body varies all through the year. The serene and scintillating waters of this lake allow the visitors to indulge in a plethora of fun-filled water activities, like boating and water skiing that are included with the itineraries of our Kashmir tour packages.

Lal Chowk, located in the heart of Srinagar, is a major attraction spot for tourists to explore while travelling with our Kashmir packages. Situated in the capital city of Srinagar, Lal Chowk is a significant historical as well as political location. This is the place where our former Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru hoisted the Indian flag after independence in 1948.

Polo View Market, situated in the heart of Srinagar, is a bustling commercial hub that exudes the vibrant essence of the Kashmir Valley. With its scenic backdrop of snow-capped mountains and the shimmering Dal Lake, it is a spectacular place to stroll around while travelling with our Kashmir packages.

Established in the year 1969 in the memory of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, the Nehru Garden is a beautiful botanical garden spread across a huge area of 80 hectares. Lying on the slope of the Zabarwan Mountain, this well-planned garden is maintained and administered by the Indian Forest Department, and is one of the best places to visit with our Kashmir tour packages.

Fotu La Pass, perched at 4,108 meters in the majestic Zanskar Range, is a part of the Srinagar-Leh highway. Surpassing the famous Zoji La, it stands as the highest point on this route, weaving through the breathtaking landscapes of Jammu and Kashmir. This pass offers a journey through history, connecting Leh and Kargil with its panoramic views of snow-capped peaks and lunar landscapes that can be covered with Kashmir tours. 

Nestled towards the southern part of the majestic Hari Parbat, Makhdoom Sahib happens to be a beautiful Islamic shrine, which is dedicated to the Sufi saint Makhdoom Sahib aka Sheikh Hamza Makhdoom aka Sultan-ul-Arifeen aka Mehboob-ul-Alam. Constructed using the traditional Mughal architectural design, the 2 storey shrine is really elegant and impressive attraction to witness on your Kashmir trip.

Located in Kashmir's Budgam District, Charar-e-Sharif is a peaceful mosque. It is the ancient shrine of Sheikh Noor-ud-Din Noorani. Just 28 kilometres from Srinagar, this 600-year-old spiritual haven symbolises unity and peace. It offers visitors a unique blend of spiritual enrichment and beauty.