Places near Rishikesh

Check out the various places of tourist interest near Rishikesh. These places can be visited on a day trip from Rishikesh. Include these excursions in your tour itinerary and make your visit to Rishikesh more memorable.

List of popular tourist places near Rishikesh. Some of these travel destinations you can explore while staying in Rishikesh, but for some you can easily reach there within few hours of road journey (except if there are any treks near Rishikesh).

Ranichauri

Ranichauri

Ranichauri is an upcoming destination with beautiful views of Himalayas and best suitable for camping, group activities with Yoga and Meditation. What makes it popular is its close proximity from Rishikesh, Tehri and Deh...
Tehri Lake

Tehri Lake

Perched at an elevation of 1,700 meters, Tehri Lake is an artificial dam reservoir that came into existence during the construction of Tehri Dam when the water from the Bhagirathi River was diverted to fill the dam reser...
Tehri Dam

Tehri Dam

Reaching a staggering height of 260 meters, the imposing Tehri Dam is one of the tallest dams in the world and the tallest dam in India. An engineering marvel in itself, Tehri Dam not only provides more than 1,000 MW of ...
Agarkhal

Agarkhal

Agrakhal is a small village in Tehri Garhwal District of Uttarakhand. It is situated near the state highway connecting Narendra Nagar and Ampata. New Tehri and Rishikesh are the nearest major tourist towns....
Gumkhal

Gumkhal

Gumkhal is an small hamlet with close proximity with Jaiharikhal, Lansdowne and Kotdwar. Gumkhal region has lush green and dense forest and suitable for bird watching and wildlife exploration. There are many view points ...
Haridwar

Haridwar

18 kms / 45 mins
As you step into the city of Haridwar you’ll be welcomed with the chimes of the temple bells and the religious chanting of the priests. The Haridwar city has a religious significance as the holy river Ganga e...
Shivpuri

Shivpuri

19 kms / 45 mins
Shivpuri is one of the most frequented white water rafting destination near Rishikesh, Uttarakhand. Shivpuri is only 16 km from Rishikesh and offers some of the most beautiful beaches along the river Ganges. Book Shivpur...
Rajaji Tiger Reserve

Rajaji Tiger Reserve

19 kms / 30 mins
The famed Rajaji Tiger Reserve is both a national park and a tiger reserve. It is famous as an elephant habitat as there are around 600 elephants in Rajaji. The reserve also boasts 250 leopards and 16 tigers that will so...
Narendra Nagar

Narendra Nagar

20 kms / 34 mins
Narendra Nagar is popular for two reasons firstly, its proximity with Rishikesh and secondly, it is situated on the Gangotri and Yamunotri route.Narendranagar is situated 16kms from Rishikesh at an elevation of 1,322mts ...
Chilla Range

Chilla Range

23 kms
Chilla Wildlife Sanctuary sprawling over an area of 249 square km is nestled on the east banks of river Ganga. The sanctuary was established in 1977 and was combined with the sanctuary of Motichur and Rajaji in the year ...
Mohanchatti

Mohanchatti

25 kms
Mohan Chatti is surrounded by hills and is located away from the hustle-bustle of Rishikesh, near Neelkanth Mahadev. It is a perfect weekend gateway if you love adventure and nature.There is a small stream (Hule River) f...
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

26 kms / 1 hr 9 mins
Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a sacred and famous temple located at 32 kms from Rishikesh. Scenically situated on a hill at a height of 1330 mtrs, Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a one of the most popular temples of Lord Shiva...
Byasi

Byasi

31 kms / 1 hr
Byasi is small village in Uttarakhand located at the banks of holy river Ganga. At a distance of about 30 km from Rishikesh, Byasi is known for adventurous water sport of river rafting and camping. Byasi has favoura...
Kaudiyala

Kaudiyala

37 kms / 1 hr 9 mins
Kaudiyala is a small village located at 40 kms from Rishikesh on Badrinath road. Scenically located on the banks of holy river Ganga, Kaudiyala is famous for white river rafting and a beautiful camping site. Highly ...
Dehradun

Dehradun

48 kms / 1 hr 24 mins
Dehradun City is one of the oldest cities of India, bejeweled-like a glittering jewel in the lower Himalayan mountain ranges. The city is perched at an elevation of 435 meters and is currently enjoying its stature as the...
Chamba

Chamba

65 kms / 1 hr 49 mins
In the celestial Garhwal Himalayas, lies a tiny hamlet called Chamba snuggled in Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand. This idyllic town is perched at an altitude of 1,600 meters above sea level, enveloped by the t...
Devprayag

Devprayag

72 kms / 2 hr 4 mins
The celestial town of Devprayag is positioned at an elevation of 830 meters above sea level. Devprayag is the last Prayag or the holy confluence of the Alaknanda River, from here that the confluence of Alaknanda and Bhag...
New Tehri

New Tehri

77 kms / 2 hr 15 mins
New Tehri is a modern town developed at the hilltop, spread over an altitude from 1550-1950 mts above sea level overlooking the gigantic lake and the Tehri dam. You can also see Himalaya Views from New Tehri early i...
Kanatal

Kanatal

78 kms / 2 hr 15 mins
Located in the picturesque settings of the Garhwal Himalayas, the charming hill station of Kanatal is a perfect weekend getaway for the weary souls. Encircled by the sun-kissed peaks and the velvety coniferous trees, Kan...
Surkanda Devi Temple

Surkanda Devi Temple

89 kms / 2 hr 30 mins
Surkanda Devi temple is a famous shrine located near Kaddukhal, 24 kms from the town of Chamba and 40kms from Mussoorie. ...
Kotdwar

Kotdwar

90 kms / 2 hr
Kotdwara (Kotdwar) is located at the foothills of the Shivaliks at a distance of 101 kms from Pauri. It is the entrance to hills in Pauri region of Uttarakhand, and literally means 'Gateway to Garhwal'.Kotdwar is fa...
Dhanaulti

Dhanaulti

96 kms / 2 hr 45 mins
The tinsel town of Dhanaulti is emerging as a popular winter destination because of its tranquil vistas and its proximity to Delhi and various other cities of Uttarakhand. This magical hill station is perched at an eleva...
Pauri

Pauri

113 kms / 3 hr 15 mins
Adorned in the undisturbed vistas of the beguiling Garhwal Himalayas, lies the city of Pauri. It is enclosed by the thick woodlands and the benevolent snow-clad hills that appear like a silver tiara. Pauri is the he...
Lansdowne

Lansdowne

130 kms / 3 hr 24 mins
Lansdowne is one of the quietest and unspoiled hill stations of India and has been a  popular destination since Britishers came to India. Encircled by the dense oak and blue pine forests, Lansdowne appears like an o...
Khirsu

Khirsu

133 kms / 4 hr
The picturesque town of Khirsu is enveloped by the benedictory pines, tall oaks, and old deodar trees. This gorgeous hill queen is perched at an elevation of 1,900 meters above sea level. Khirsu offers a 180-degree ...

List of popular tourist places near Rishikesh. Some of these travel destinations you can explore while staying in Rishikesh, but for some you can easily reach there within few hours of road journey (except if there are any treks near Rishikesh).