Most people prefer to make the most of an extended weekend by planning a short vacation to nearby travel destinations. The month of January 2024 has some important festivals and a national holiday, providing an extended break around the weekend. If you are looking for scenic locations near Delhi-NCR, we have listed the top five weekend getaways for you.
Manesar
Distance from Delhi: 52 km Manesar is more than an industrial town in Gurgaon district. The quaint location draws several tourists looking for a break from the everyday hustle-bustle of city life. Manesar offers plenty of adventure activities, such as camping, hot balloon rides, rock climbing, trekking, hiking and biking. Besides, there are several shopping hubs and restaurants to explore in and around Manesar. Things to explore in Manesar:
- Sultanpur National Park
- Pandala Village
- Fun and Food Village
- DLF Cyber Hub
Neemrana
Distance from Delhi: 146 km Neemrana in Rajasthan has become a popular destination for day trips and has gained popularity due to the famous 15th-century Neemrana Fort palace. There are plenty of resorts and hotels for travellers. Additionally, the place offers several adventure activities, such as zip lining. Things to explore in Neemrana:
- Neemrana Fort palace
- Baori
- Sariska National Park
- Bala Quila, Alwar
- Kesroli Fort
- Village Safari
- Paradise Water Park
- Siliserh Lake
Sohna
Distance from Delhi: 64 km Sohna, also known as Greater Gurgaon or Southern Gurgaon, is located on the Delhi-Alwar Highway. Flanked by the Aravalli hills, Sohna has become a popular weekend getaway for people in NCR. It is also the site for the annual vintage car rally held every year in February. Sohna is accessible by public transportation and cab. Things to explore in Sohna:
- Damdama Lake
- Shiva Temple
- Shiv Kund
- Sohna Hill Fort (Bharatpur Hill Fort)
- Gora Barak Mosque
- Ruins of Kamboj
Agra
Distance from Delhi: 239 km Nestled on the banks of the Yamuna River in Uttar Pradesh, Agra is a popular travel destination that draws tourists from the world over with its rich culture and history. The ideal way to reach Agra from Delhi is by road through the Yamuna Expressway. Things to explore in Agra:
- Taj Mahal
- Agra Fort
- Fatehpur Sikri
- Taj Museum
- Akbar’s Tomb
- Jama Masjid
- Dolphin Water Park
- Shopping at local shops
Bharatpur
Distance from Delhi: 222 km Bharatpur is known for the Keoladeo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bird sanctuary in Bharatpur is famous for its diverse flora and fauna and migratory birds during winter. In addition, tourists can explore some of the famous temples, palaces and forts. For example, the Deeg town, around 32 km from Bharatpur, is known for the famous Deeg Fort, also called Jal Mahal. Things to explore in Bharatpur:
- Lohagarh Fort (Iron Fort)
- Bharatpur Palace
- Bankey Bihari Temple
- Ganga Mandir
- Laxman Mandir
- Seetharam Temple
- Government Museum of Bharatpur
- Deeg
- Dholpur Palace
- Jawahar Burj
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