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Nainital

City Guide

Nainital

Best Time

Summers are the best time to visit Nainital and it is recorded from March till September gives the best time for tourism.

Famous For

Nainital the Lake District is blessed with many natural attr

Must-See Sights

Top Nainital Attractions

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Getting There

How to Reach Nainital

By Air

the nearest airport to Nainital is in Delhi. You can take your choice transportation from Delhi to reach Nainital.

By Train

the nearest railway station to Nainital is Kathgodam. You can choose taxi for reaching Nanital.

By Road

Nainital is well connected with road connecting with major cities of India.

Live Like a Local

Festivals, Food & Shopping

Famous Festivals

The divine land Nainital celebrates fairs and festivals with great enthusiasm. Top fairs and festivals as an attraction of Nainital are-

  • Basant Panchami
  • Uttarayani
  • Phool Devi
  • Nanda Devi fair
  • Sharadotsav

Food & Cuisine

Nainital offers a mixed collection of taste of food and cuisines. The best food and cuisines of Nainital are-

  • Pastry
  • Momo
  • Bal Mithai
  • Laccha Paratha
  • Fried Prawn
  • Bun Tikki

Shopping

Nainital is known for local handicrafts, exclusive fruits and many local items. The famous shopping places are-

  • Mall Road
  • Bara Bazaar
  • Tibetan Market
  • Bhotia bazaar

Good To Know

Nainital FAQ's

A few common questions before you plan your trip. Still curious? Our travel designers respond within 24 hours.

  • Our travel designers can put together a full list of must-visit attractions in Nainital based on your interests.
  • Summers are the best time to visit Nainital and it is recorded from March till September gives the best time for tourism. is generally the most comfortable time to explore the city.
  • Most travellers spend one to two full days here to comfortably cover the major attractions without rushing.
  • Our travel designers can advise on the best way to reach the city from your starting point.
  • Every itinerary is built around you - swap attractions, add stops or adjust the pace, and a senior travel designer will confirm it within one business day.