Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
- Altitude
- 2,276 m
- Good for
- Hill station, Snow
- Best time
- Mar · Apr · May · Jun · Dec · Jan
Overview
About Shimla
Once the summer capital of British India, Shimla spills down its ridges in tiers of tin roofs. The Ridge, Christ Church and the UNESCO-listed Kalka–Shimla toy train keep its history very much alive — and winter often brings snow.
Highlights
- 01Kalka–Shimla heritage toy train
- 02The Ridge, Mall Road and Christ Church
- 03Day trip to Kufri and Mashobra
- 04Jakhu temple above the town
At a glance
- Region
- Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
- Altitude
- 2,276 m
- Best time
- Mar · Apr · May · Jun · Dec · Jan
- Good for
- Hill station, Snow
Trips to Shimla
Price on request
Live weather
Right now in Shimla
15°C
Showers
Wind 10 km/h
Next 5 days
- Today15°7°
- Fri17°6°
- Sat17°6°
- Sun18°5°
- Mon19°6°
Forecast data from MET Norway · updates every 30 minutes
Location
Finding Shimla
- Region
- Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
- Altitude
- 2,276 m
- Coordinates
- 31.1048° N · 77.1734° E
Getting there
How to reach Shimla
Chandigarh International Airport
~115 km away
Best connected option, about 3.5 hours by road. Shimla's own airport has very few flights.
Kalka
~90 km away
Change to the UNESCO-listed toy train to Shimla, about 5 hours of tunnels and bridges.
From Delhi
~350 km drive
8–9 hours via Chandigarh and the Parwanoo highway.
Shimla in pictures
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When to go
Best months for Shimla
Ideal Off season
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Journeys that include Shimla
Good to know
Planning a trip to Shimla
When is the best time to visit Shimla?
The best months to visit Shimla are March, April, May, June, December and January. Outside these months you can still travel, and we will tell you honestly what the weather and roads will be like.
How do I reach Shimla?
The nearest airport is Chandigarh International Airport, about 115 km away. The most convenient railway station is Kalka, about 90 km away. By road, Shimla is about 350 km from Delhi. We arrange private pickups from any of these.
How high is Shimla? Will the altitude be a problem?
Shimla is at about 2,276 m. That is comfortable for most travellers, including children and older parents, but mornings and evenings are cold for much of the year, so pack warm layers.
How much does a trip to Shimla cost?
It depends on your dates, hotel category, group size and how many days you have. Message us on WhatsApp with these details and we will send a clear, itemised price, usually within a few hours.
Can you plan a custom trip to Shimla?
Yes. Every trip we run is planned around you. We can combine Shimla with nearby places, slow the pace for families, or add treks and activities.
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