Best Places To Visit In Uttarakhand With Family
1 Nainital - Lake & Hills
• Vibe: Cozy hill station with lakes & mountains
• Family friendly because: Easy walks, boating, schools & kids attractions
• Top attractions:
- Naini Lake (boating)
- Naina Devi Temple
- Snow View Point (cable car)
- Mall Road shopping
• Best time: March-June, September-November
2 Mussoorie - Queen of Hills
• Vibe: Scenic hill station, colonial charm
• Family-friendly because: Gentle walks, kid-friendly viewpoints, easy transport
• Top attractions:
- Kempty Falls
- Camel’s Back Road
- Gun Hill (cable car)
- Mussoorie Lake & Mall Road
• Best time: March-June, September-November
3 Rishikesh - Adventure & Spirituality
• Vibe: Riverside town on Ganga, mix of spirituality & adventure
• Family-friendly because: Options for both calm spiritual experiences & safe adventure
• Top attractions:
- Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat
- Laxman Jhula & Ram Jhula
- Optional: mild rafting for kids & teens (grade I-II)
- Nature walks & yoga sessions
• Best time: February-June, September-November
4 Jim Corbett National Park - Wildlife Adventure
• Vibe: Jungle safari & wildlife
• Family-friendly because: Kids love spotting animals, easy jeep safaris, safe lodges
• Top activities:
- Jeep Safari to see tigers, elephants, deer
- Nature trails
• Best time: November-June (park closed in monsoon)
5 Auli - Snow & Skiing
• Vibe: Winter wonderland, Himalayan slopes
• Family-friendly because: Snow activities, cable car rides, easy ski lessons
• Top activities:
- Skiing & snowboarding (beginner-friendly)
- Auli Ropeway (cable car)
- Trekking in summer (gentle trails)
• Best time: December-February (snow), May-June (summer greenery)
6 Ranikhet & Almora - Peaceful Hill Towns
• Vibe: Serene, less crowded, beautiful views
• Family-friendly because: Slow pace, picnic spots, easy walks
• Top attractions:
- Jhula Devi Temple
- Chaubatia Gardens
- Pine forests & viewpoints
• Best time: March-June, September-November
7 Kausani - Himalayan Panorama
• Vibe: Quiet hill station, best sunrise & sunset views
• Family-friendly because: Relaxed environment, low tourist crowd
• Top attractions:
- Sunset Point
- Tea gardens
- Rudradhari Falls & Caves
• Best time: March–June, September–November
