11 Best Places to Visit in Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Har Ki Dun, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, is a beautiful hill town surrounded by the Shivalik mountain range of the Garhwal region. The prestigious military training college for training cadets in this city is a renowned academy in India. It is a center of attention to go to Dehradun, Mussoorie, Haridwar, and Rishikesh furthermore as different illustrious mountain range traveler destinations.

Dehradun is connected by road to cities like Delhi and Chandigarh. You can travel by car to enjoy food on the highway as well as the misty and fresh mountain air.

List of 10+ Most Visit Places in Dehradun:

1. Robber’s Cave

Robber’s Cave, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Robber Caves is a tight gorge made of limestone. People come here to spend some thrilling moments. River water flows in this cave, which is located near Sahasradhara, people here also call it ‘Guchu Water’.

To reach this cave of Lord Shiva, travelers got to travel one kilometer. The cave is stuffed with lovely cascading waterfalls similar to cold water underground sources that create this place a perfect picnic spot. Read Also: 10 Famous Waterfalls in Uttarakhand.

  • Location: 8 km from Dehradun City Centre
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

2. Forest Research Institute

Forest Research Institute, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

The Forest Research Institute located in Dehradun was established in 1906. This research institute is a Greek-Roman-style spacious campus equipped with architecture.

Along with the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, this campus houses the head office of Forestry Research besides six other Indian Forest Museums.

  • Location: Masrang, 8 km from Dehradun City Centre
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

3. Asan Barrage

Asan Barrage, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

The Asan Barrage, which is also known as Dhaulipur Lake, is a picturesque place formed by the joining of the Asan and Yamuna Rivers.

The region is replete with biological variations and attracts thousands of species of birds every year. This place is a paradise for bird watchers because the rarest birds are found here all over the world.

  • Location: Near Dehradun, Uttarakhand
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

4. Chetwode Hall

Chetwode Hall, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

The splendor of the Indian Armed Forces is visible in this hall located near the Indian Military Academy. It has contemporary artifacts of the Indian Army, ammunition, and various artifacts showing the bravery of the Indian armed forces.

  • Location: Indian Military Academy, Dehradun
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

5. Fun Valley

Fun Valley, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

Fun Valley is a popular tourist attraction center located at the base of the Garhwal Himalayas. It is a complete recreation site with thrilling water rides and multi-cuisine restaurants and numerous dining options in small restaurants. This is an ideal place to hang out at the end of the week.

  • Location: Dehradun-Mussoorie Road, Dehradun
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

6. Clock Tower

Clock Tower, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

The Clock Tower or “Ghanta Ghar”, a legacy of independence, was completed in 1953. This six-faced 85-meter tall tower was inaugurated by Lal Bahadur Shastri, whose foundation stone was laid by the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Sarojini Naidu, in 1948.

Though it does not have a clock now, it is heard that when it is well Used to work, its sound was heard at the other end of the city. In this clock tower, the names of Indian freedom fighters are written on a gold plate which is located on Rajpur Road.

  • Location: Rajpur Road, Dehradun
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

7. Zonal Museum

Zonal Museum, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

In 1971, the Zonal Museum was established on Haridwar Road. It has artifacts related to the development of mankind that depict the lifestyle of ancient civilizations.

Its opening hours are from 10 am to 5 pm (closed on holidays, second Saturday and Sunday).

  • Location: Haridwar Bypass Road, Dehradun
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

8. Tiger View Jungle Camp

This place is located in the Gular Khalla Hamlet and can be seen camping in the jungle and seeing rare Indian tigers in a thrilling jungle safari.

This place is no less than a paradise for wildlife lovers. The whole year is the best time to travel here. Read Also: 10 Famous Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks in Uttarakhand

  • Location: Near Rajaji National Park, Dehradun
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

9. Malsi Deer Park

Malsi Deer Park, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

The park is full of flora and fauna. The park is home to animals like two-horned deer, nilgai, peacock, and tiger. This beautiful place is also a paradise for photography and an ideal place for sightseeing and vacation.

The park, located at the foothills of the Shivalik Range, is part of the Malsey Forest Reserve. Read Also: 12 Famous Bird-Watching Spots in Uttarakhand.

  • Location: Mussoorie Road, Dehradun
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

10. Rajaji National Park

Rajaji National Park, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

The special thing about this garden named after C. Rajagopalachari is that it is a famous tiger reserve. The park is spread over three districts Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, and Haridwar. The park is known for fossils, some of which are 10 million years old.

You can also see Sal and Sheesham trees along the way. However, the major attraction here is a 34 km long safari walk by jeep or by elephant climbing. You can see various species of tiger, elephant, chital, sambar, Kakar, king cobra, and migratory birds in the park.

  • Location: Chilla Range, Dehradun
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

11. Har ki Doon

Har Ki Dun, Dehradun, Uttarakhand

This beautiful Cradle Farm valley is located at an altitude of 3,566 meters above sea level, which is also known as the “Valley of the Gods”.

This valley is surrounded by dense deodar forests and magnificent mountain peaks. It is a paradise for trekking where you can explore the most untouched areas of the Himalayan belt of Garhwal.

  • Location: Near Taluka, Uttarkashi district
  • Entry Fee: INR 25
  • Timings: Mon to Sun, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Conclusion

At these places, you can enjoy the pleasure of visiting Dehradun. The same weather remains here for 12 months. In any season, one can feel relaxed here.

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