• May 23, 2025

Shimla Local Sightseeing Guide For June 2025: Must-Visit Places, Routes & Tips

Today’s blog is about Shimla. Many people make mistakes while going to Shimla, which makes them not enjoy the trip at all. Where can we roam in Shimla? What are the best places around? I will tell you everything in the Shimla Local Sightseeing Guide For June 2025 blog.

🛣️ Delhi to Shimla Road Trip: Route, Distance & Travel Time

First of all, let’s talk about the road. Till Solan, there is a four-lane road. The road ahead is a double lane, but that too is very well maintained. It will take you only 7 hours to go from Delhi to Shimla. 

🏙️ Best Places to Visit in Shimla: Mall Road Attractions

The best location in Shimla is the Mall Road. You will see many buildings of the British era on Mall Road, and there are many options for shopping here. In the evening, when there is lighting, the Mall Road looks very beautiful. 

📍 Scandal Point Shimla: History, Story & What to See

The place you see in the blog is Scandal Point, and it is called Scandal Point because the king of Patiala had eloped with the daughter of an English officer from here. So, due to this, it was named Scandal Point.

🏛️ Shimla Town Hall, Church & Library: Iconic British-Era Landmarks

 A little ahead of Scandal Point is the beautiful building of Town Hall, which was under renovation for a long time. Now it is completed. You can go a little ahead on Mall Road. If you go there, there is a library built there and the beautiful iconic church here which looks very beautiful. 

🛍️ Top Shopping Spots in Shimla: Mall Road, Lakkar Bazaar & More

Apart from shopping at Mall Road, there are places to visit like church, library, and bars in the photo blog. Apart from that, you can visit Lakkar Bazaar, Lower Bazaar, and Banks Museum is also available on Mall Road.

🛕 Visit Kalibari Temple & Enjoy Shimla’s Rainy Season Views

 Apart from that, the Kalibari temple is built nearby. Apart from all this, the view from there looks very beautiful. And if you go there during the rainy season, the entire greenery will look so good that it will seem that everything is fresh. I like Shimla very much. That is why I have been to Shimla many times, and you will not always find Shimla so empty. 

📅 Best Time to Visit Shimla: Avoiding Holiday & Weekend Crowds

Many people often think they’ve made a mistake by visiting Shimla during the June holidays or long weekends, assuming it will be unbearably crowded. They wonder how anyone can enjoy the place in such a rush and may even feel like the trip wasn’t worth it. But that’s not true—Shimla is incredibly beautiful in June. With the right mindset and a bit of planning, you can have a wonderful experience even during the busiest time.

You will experience a pleasant climate, making it ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities. In June, the weather is slightly warm and sunny which gives a refreshing escape from the summer heat of the plains. On the other hand, you can experience a peak tourist season at this time. It offers a lively atmosphere.  

Let’s follow the stats table below to know more.

Shimla in June: What to Expect During the Long Weekend Rush

Aspect	Details for June Holidays / Long Weekends in Shimla
Weather	Pleasant (15°C to 28°C), ideal for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Tourist Crowd	High – peak tourist season; expect longer queues at attractions.
Hotel Prices	Surge pricing common; early booking recommended to avoid premium rates.
Travel Tip	Book bus/train tickets 2–3 weeks in advance to avoid last-minute rush.
Top Attractions	Mall Road, Kufri, Jakhoo Temple, Ridge, Green Valley, Christ Church.
Activities	Horse riding, ropeway rides, local shopping, café hopping, heritage walks.
Local Events	Summer Festival (early June): folk dances, music, food stalls, exhibitions.
Suggested Duration	3–4 days for a relaxed experience, including nearby excursions.
What to Pack	Light woolens, sunscreen, hat, umbrella, comfortable walking shoes.
Travel Options	Volvo buses (Delhi–Shimla), trains (Kalka–Shimla Toy Train), self-drive.

 

Top 10 Must-Visit Tourist Places in Shimla

Let us now talk about Shimla. These places are must-visit places, and you should visit them.

Shimla Institute of Advanced Studies (Viceregal Lodge) 🏰

Then the one that comes at number one is the Institute of Advanced Study, and it is also called Vaira Lodge. You must have seen the school in the movie Hari Patrar. After going inside, the building looks somewhat similar, and the place looks very beautiful. The entire campus has been very well maintained. Here you will get to see a variety of flowers, and in winter, brother, this place looks very beautiful because flowers are seen all around.

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple—Peaceful Spiritual Spot in Shimla 🙏 

 The second place is Sankat Mochan Temple. I liked the place very much because the temple arch built here is a mixture of Nath and South Indian styles and looks very nice. It is a peaceful place, I think it comes two kilometres from Shimla. The main temple is of Hanuman Ji, Apart from that, you will get to see idols of many gods and goddesses. Along with this, there is also a temple of Neem Karodi Baba, whose main temple is in Almora.

Jakhu Temple Shimla—Hanuman Statue, Trek & Ropeway Info 🗿 

 If we talk about the next place, then it is Jak Hill, where Hanuman Ji’s temple is built. A very beautiful temple, here you will get to see the 108-foot statue of Hanuman ji, which is quite surprising that such a big statue could have been made at such a height. The car reaches up to Jak Hill. If you want, you can also go trekking, which is an easy track of 3 km. Shared taxis also go for this purpose. 

Annandale Army Heritage Museum—Hidden Gem in Shimla 🎖️

Talking about the next place, it is the Army Museum of Ana Dale, which is very beautiful and is located in a forest area. 

Tara Devi Temple Shimla – Scenic Views & Peaceful Vibes 🌄

The beautiful temple you are seeing is the temple of Tara Devi ji, which is 12 km before Shimla, and this place is also very beautiful in itself. There are two or three small and big temples here. The view of the hill from Tara Devi is also very good. You will get to see open hills far and wide, which look very nice. 

Kufri Adventure Park & Zoo—Fun Things to Do Near Shimla 🎢

The place near Shimla where most people come is Kufri, and here you will get to do many adventure activities. Along with this, the Kufri Zoo is very beautiful. The museum here has actual There is some stuffing inside animals, which look very unique and nice, and you will get to see many such animals inside the zoo, which are found only in the Himalayan range, so this place is also very good.

8. Explore Narkanda Near Shimla – Hatu Peak, Temple & Jubbal Lake 🌊

Apart from Kufri, Narkanda is also very close to Shimla, and here you will get to see Haat Mata temple, Haat Peak, and Jubbal Lake. Apart from this, you can go to its point.

9. Chail Tourist Guide—Chail Palace, Temples & Kali Ka Tibba 🌲

The other place from Shimla is Chail. It has natural beauty and a rich history. Additionally, while visiting chail you can experience unique soothing whether. A plethora of places you can explore  where there is Chail Palace, Shiva Temple, Kali’s Dune, and a lot to visit here.

10. Kasauli Travel Guide – Peaceful Getaway Near Shimla 🌅

 If you want to do a completely relaxing tour, then you should go to Kasauli; this is also near Shimla and is a very beautiful place, very peaceful, and very few people come here to visit. The sunset from here looks amazing, and the heritage market here is also very good.

Conclusion

I hope you guys liked today’s blog; you can comment below if you want to ask anything about it. Thank you; we will meet in the next blog. Till then, bye-bye.

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