10 Of The Best Small Towns To Visit For Your Next Weekend Getaway

Alsisar, Rajasthan

One of the best and least explored places in Rajasthan, Alsisar is a 5.5-hour drive from Delhi and makes one of the best weekend getaways for travelers. This small Rajasthani town is a great way to immerse yourself in the local culture and is quite famous for its havelis and the fresco paintings on it.

It is also quite famous in December as the famous Magnetic Fields Music Festival is held here. In this event, you can enjoy EDM and live music performances by artists all over the world.

Best Time to Visit: November - March

Interesting Activities: Music Festival, Castle, Local Cultural Performances, etc.

Bir, Himachal Pradesh

Situated at a distance of approximately 70 km from Dharamshala, Bir is a small town in the mountains where you can enjoy a quiet and peaceful time. While a lot of people end up going to Mcleodganj and Dharamshala for a happening weekend, Bir is perfect for those travelers who are looking to unwind in a less crowded place.

Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

For people who are a little spiritual or religious, Mathura can be a good place as you can learn more about the birthplace of Lord Krishna. This place is especially colorful during the Holi season although you have to be slightly careful of the pickpocketers that tend to roam around the streets here.

You can enjoy a peaceful and relaxed time on the Yamuna Ghat and can watch a beautiful sunset on the riverside. And you can also make a half-day visit to the famous Vrindavan where you can explore the numerous temples that were erected in the honor of Lord Krishna.

Best Time to Visit: October - March

Interesting Activities: Temples, Boating, Photography, Meditation, etc.

Tirthan Valley, Himachal Pradesh

Another off-beat small town in Himachal Pradesh that will be perfect for a weekend getaway is the Tirthan Valley. While most of the cities and towns in Himachal Pradesh have been commercialized now which has led to them losing their charm, Tirthan Valley is one of the few places which are still good for a quiet getaway.

Alwar, Rajasthan

Another amazing small Rajasthani town to explore on a weekend trip from Delhi is the Alwar city. It is a 3-4 hour drive from Delhi and offers you several amazing activities to indulge in. Here, you can explore the famous Alwar fort which is quite famous for its architectural style and its museum where you can see the original rare manuscripts.

Bhimtal, Uttarakhand

A small town in the Nainital district, Bhimtal is the less-explored sister version of Nainital and is a good getaway for people who are looking for a relaxed family/friends trip. It is located at a distance of 22km from Nainital so one can enjoy some quiet time here and can explore the Nainital city at the same.

Udaipur, Rajasthan

One of the best places for a quick weekend getaway is the Udaiput City where you can easily keep yourself occupied for 2 days without missing out on places or activities. Popularly known as the 'City of Lakes', Udaipur has many artificial lakes for you to explore and spend time at but one of the most amazing (yet, offbeat) lake is the Badi lake which is located 10-15 km away from the city center.

Devprayag, Uttarakhand

Located in the Tehri district, Devprayag town is an awesome weekend getaway for people who are bored of going to the cliched places like Auli, Rishikesh, Haridwar, and so on. This small town is famous for the temples and the mountain views and is also the place where you can watch the river Alaknanda and Bhagiratha to converge and form river Ganga.

So, if you are looking for a offbeat place in Uttarakhand for a short weekend trip then you can plan a visit to this place. You can learn more about the history of Ganga and how it came to be while enjoying the scintillating mountain views.

Best Time to Visit: All-round the year

Interesting Activities: River rafting, Rock climbing, Trekking, Camping, Cliff Jumping, etc.

Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh

Finally, we have the town of Kasauli which is home to colonial-era houses, gorgeous churches, temples, and so on. Here, you have the famous Monkey Temple from where you can look down at the forest and can observe the clouds float by, right in front of you.

A quiet and simple town, one can enjoy a walk here and breathe in the fresh, crisp air which is a great way to rejuvenate yourself. Walk on the famous Gilbert Nature Trail or watch a beautiful sunset at the Sunset Point, you will never be dissappointed on your short trip to this magical hill station.

Best Time to Visit: Throughout the Year

Interesting Activities: Hiking, Trekking, Nature walks, Temples, Churches, etc.

Rajgundha, Himachal Pradesh

Truly, one of the hidden gems of Himachal Pradesh, Rajgundha is located in between Billing and Barot Valley. As a result, not many people know about this small, quiet town which is nestled amidst the tall Dhauladhar ranges.