12 Vacation Spots Near Lucknow For Amazing Summer Holidays!

Travelling is one of the best stress busters. It not only refreshes your soul but also enriches your life with new experiences. So if the travel bug has bitten you, we present 12 amazing vacation spots near Lucknow-

Champawat

The gorgeous Champawat is a quaint little town in Uttarakhand. The city is famous for its ancient temples. The main attractions at Champawat are the Baleshwar temple and Nagnath temple. Other important attractions nearby is Ek Hathiya Ka Naula which is around 5km from Champawat.

Travel time– 8hrs via national Highway 9
Distance from Lucknow: 367 km

Lansdowne

Lansdowne is a beautiful hill station in Kotdwar in the hilly state of Uttarakhand. The best thing about this town is that it is not very popular. This peaceful town is well-connected and easily accessible. The main attractions here are the beautiful Bhulla Lake, Darwan Singh museum, Tip n Top, Bhim Pakora. It is about 549 km from Lucknow.

Travel time– 10hrs via Lucknow- Agra Expressway
Distance from Lucknow: 549 km

Almora

About 500km away from Lucknow, Almora is a small district in the Kumaun region. With a breathtaking panoramic view of the Himalayas, Almora summons tourists around the world to its alluring beauty.

Famous for its rich cultural heritage, unique handicrafts, delicious cuisine and magnificent wildlife, Almora promises its tourists a fulfilling experience. Almora is a beautiful combination of the scenic Himalayan range, local customs and traditions, thick forests, quaint cottages, gushing rivers and much more.

Travel time– 9hrs via Lucknow- Agra Expressway.
Distance from Lucknow: 500km

Kausani

Kausani is another charming hill station in Uttarakhand. It is a paradise for nature lovers. Mahatma Gandhi called Kausani the ‘Switzerland of India’.

The breathtaking beauty of the morning sun rays lighting up the snow capped mountains is unforgettable. Some popular tourist attractions here are Sumitranandan Pant museum and Kausani Tea Estate. Don’t forget to buy some beautiful Kausani shawls.

Travel time– 11hrs via Lucknow- Agra Expressway.
Distance from Lucknow: 525 km

Nainital

The city known for its beautiful lakes is surrounded by scenic Kumaon mountains. If you have an adventurous soul, this place has much to offer- boating, trekking, horse-riding and yachting.

Travel time– 7hr 39min Via Lucknow- Agra Expressway
Distance from Lucknow: 377km

Sattal

Sattal is one of the very few unpolluted and unspoiled freshwater biomes in India. Situated in the Nainital District of India, its a group of seven interconnected freshwater lakes. This group of lakes is set amidst the dense forests of pine and oak trees. If you are a photography enthusiast and a nature lover; this place is just for you!

Travel time– 7hrs via Lucknow- Agra Expressway
Distance from Lucknow: 404km

Mussoorie

Popularly known as the ‘Queen Of Hills’, Mussoorie is the crown jewel among hill stations in India. About 35 km from Dehradun, the lush green mountains and the diversity of the flora and fauna here will make you want to stay on forever. The main attractions here are the Kempty Falls, Mall road, Sir George Everest and the Mussoorie Lake.

Travel time– 12hrs via Lucknow- Agra Expressway
Distance from Lucknow: 623 km

Kathgodam

Want to escape from the crowd of Nainital? You can definitely head to this beautiful town in Uttarakhand.  Kathgodam is famous for its scenic beauty and the pristine hills which surround this place. Sheetla Devi and Kalichaud are two famous temples here which attract pilgrims from all over India.

Travel time– 7hrs via Agra-Lucknow Expressway.
Distance from Lucknow: 400 km

Rishikesh

If you are crazy about water sports, then Rishikesh is a must visit place for you. Rishikesh is around 43 km from Dehradun. Here you can enjoy white water rafting, kayaking, camping, rock climbing and many other adventurous sports. The most popular attraction of Rishikesh is the Lakshman Jhoola.

Travel time– 11hrs via NH 34
Distance from Lucknow: 558 km

Mukteshwar

It is an enchanting city situated in the state of Uttarakhand. Mukteshwar is nestled midst picturesque fruit orchards and coniferous forests. The Mukteshwar temple and Chauli ki Jali are the main attractions here.

Travel time– 9hrs via Agra- Lucknow expressway.
Distance from Lucknow: 460 km

Ranikhet

Ranikhet is a charming hill station in the Almora district of Uttarakhand. The panoramic view of the Himalayas and the scented mountain breeze adds to the beauty of Ranikhet. Places of interest here includes Chaubatia Gardens, Tarikhet Village, Jhula Devi temple, Mankameshwar temple.

Travel time– 9hrs via Agra-Lucknow Expressway.
Distance from Lucknow: 467 km

Pithoragarh

Popularly known as ‘Little Kashmir’, Pithoragarh is another beauty in the state of Uttarakhand. Apart from the cool weather and the panoramic view of the Himalayas, this place is of great religious significance. Pilgrims start their journey to the holy shrines of Kailash and Mansarovar from here. Places to see in Pithoragarh are the famous Pithoragarh Fort, Kapileshwar Mahadev cave temple, Gangolihat.

Travel time– 10hrs via NH9
Distance from Lucknow: 440 km

Article by Vidisha Singh