Places to Visit Near Mussoorie

Kempty Waterfalls (15 kms from Mussoorie)

Kempty falls are located at a height of 1364 above sea level and are surrounded by mountain ranges and giving them a naturally unique set up. It is exciting to watch the gushing water falling from the falls. This fall is open for visitors all year round except in monsoon.

Gun Hill (1.5 kms from Mussoorie)

One of the famous tourist attractions, Gun Hill is the second highest peak in Mussoorie. From this peak, you will find some of the most enthralling views of the gigantic peaks of Himalaya like Bunderpunch, Srikantha, Pithwara, and the Gangotri group. From this point, you will also get a scenic view of the Mussoorie town and Doon valley. You can also enjoy a cable car ride here from Gun Hill to the Hall which will take you to some outstandingly majestic peaks.

Lal Tibba (5.5 kms from Mussoorie)

Lal Tibba is the highest point in Mussoorie giving you a distinct experience of the splendor of nature. From this point, you can get a clear view of places like Badrinath and Kedarnath. You can also see the majestic snow-capped Himalayan Mountains.

Jharipani and Bhatta Falls (8.5 kms from Mussoorie)

Another waterfall you can enjoy while on your trip here is Jharipani and Bhatta waterfalls located on the Mussoorie-Dehradun road. This is an ideal place for bathing and picnicking.

Mussoorie Lake (6 kms from Mussoorie)

Mussoorie Lake is a newly developed tourist attraction by the development board here. This place is popular for a picnic with activities like pedal-boating. From here, you can also enjoy the stunning views of the Doon valley and its surroundings.

Benog Wildlife Sanctuary (11 kms from Mussoorie)

The Benog Wildlife sanctuary is a part of the popular Rajaji National Park. Other tourist attractions nearby are Park Estate and Cloud's End. This sanctuary is open all year but it is best to visit here in summer. You can find innumerable birds here and some rare species of animals. There is no entry fee to visit this sanctuary.

Bhadra Temple (2.8 kms from Mussoorie)

This is the temple of Lord Balbhadra after reaching here, you will be able to get the panoramic views of high Himalayan peaks like Swagarohini and Bandarpunch. The route on the way to this temple is quite scenic and sloped upwards. The tranquil mountain roads here are enticing. There are also some trek routes in this area that you can explore. The temple is mostly empty as the priest visits occasionally.

K Dev Bhoomi Wax Museum (3.4 kms from Mussoorie)

On the outskirts of Mussoorie is this wax museum which is 4th in the line of wax museums built in India after Kanyakumari, Kolkata, and Lonavala. This museum is home to wax statues of world-famous personalities like Mahatma Gandhi, Mother Teresa, Michael Jackson, Mr. Bean Angelina Jolie, and many others.

Sukandari Devi Temple (36.9 kms from Mussoorie)

This temple of Goddess Sati is situated in a very scenic set up and is 10000 m above sea level. This location gives a panoramic view of the entire area. It is reachable through a mild trek of 2 kms. In winter, you are likely to experience the surroundings with snow giving you a magical experience like never before.