Top 15 Stunning Tourist Destinations Near Dehradun for Weekend Getaways

Distance: 34 km
Best Time: March–June & October–December
How to Reach: Dehradun → Rajpur Road → Mussoorie (1 hr)

Why Visit?
Mussoorie is a timeless favourite. With its cool weather, mountain views and lively Mall Road, it’s perfect for a relaxed weekend.

What to Do:

• Visit Gun Hill Point

• Walk at Camel’s Back Road

• Explore Landour cafés

• Adventure activities at Jharipani

Stays: Fortune Resort, JW Marriott, budget homestays in Landour.

Distance: 45 km
Best Time: February–June & October
How to Reach: Dehradun → Rishikesh (1–1.5 hr)

Why Visit?
Known as the Yoga Capital of the World, Rishikesh offers a mix of peace and thrill perfect for all kinds of travelers.

Activities:

• River rafting

• Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

• Café hopping (Little Buddha, Ganga View Café, freedom Café)

• Bungee jumping at Mohan Chatti

Stays: Aloha on the Ganges, Zostel Rishikesh, camps near Shivpuri.

Distance: 52 km
Best Time: All year
How to Reach: Dehradun → Haridwar Bypass (1.5 hr)

Highlights:

• Evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri

• Ropeway to Mansa Devi & Chandi Devi

• Street food at Haridwar market

Stays: Ganga Lahari, Radisson Blu, budget dharamshalas.

Distance: 60 km
Best Time: October–February for snow, March–July for pleasant weather
How to Reach: Dehradun → Mussoorie → Dhanaulti (2 hr)

Activities:

• Visit Eco Park

• Explore Apple orchards

• Skywalk adventure at Dhanaulti Adventure Park

Stays: Hotel Drive Inn, Dhanaulti Retreat, luxury camps.

Distance: 90 km
Best Time: Throughout the year
How to Reach: Dehradun → Vikasnagar → Chakrata (2.5–3 hr)

Why Go?
Chakrata is known for its untouched beauty, forests and peaceful vibes.

Activities:

• Explore Tiger Falls

• Sunset at Chilmiri Top

• Trek to Budher Caves

Stays: Blue Canvas Resort, Himalayan Paradise, camps.

Distance: 78 km
Best Time: February–June & winter for snowfall
How to Reach: Dehradun → Mussoorie → Dhanaulti → Kanatal

Activities:

• Valley crossing, camping

• Visit Surkanda Devi Temple

• Jungle safari in Kodai forests

Stays: Terraces Kanatal, Royal Kanatal.

Distance: 95 km
Best Time: March–June
How to Reach: Dehradun → Narendra Nagar → Tehri

Why Visit?
Perfect for water sports and lake-side relaxation.

Activities:

• Jet skiing, boating, kayaking

• Sunset by the lake

• Visit the Tehri Dam viewpoint

Stays: Tehri Adventure Resort, lakeside tents.

Distance: 18 km
Best Time: Anytime
Route: Dehradun → Rishikesh Road → Rani Pokhari

Activities:

• Photography

• Lakeside walks

• Temple visit

Stays: Local homestays.

Distance: 35 km
Best Time: All year
Route: Mussoorie → Hathipaon Road

Activities:

• Sunrise & sunset views

• Trekking

• Visit the historic colonial house

• Stays: Camps & cottages nearby. 

Distance: 20–40 km (multiple gates)
Best Time: November–June
Route: Dehradun → Haridwar Road → Rajaji Gate

Activities:

• Jungle safari

• Bird watching

• Nature trails

Stays: Wild Brook Retreat, Forest Rest Houses.

Distance: 45 km
Best Time: March–June
Route: Mussoorie → Kempty Road

Activities:

• Waterplay

• Ropeway

• Photos & local shopping

Distance: 70 km
Best Time: February–June
Route: Dehradun → Mussoorie → Dhanaulti → Kaddukhal

Activities:

• 2 km trek to the temple

• snowfall Himalayan views

• visit Kanatal nearby

Distance: 70 km
Best Time: February–June
Route: Dehradun → Mussoorie → Dhanaulti → Kaddukhal → Nainital

Activities:

• Boating at Naini Lake

• Ropeway ride to Snow View Point

• Visit Naina Devi Temple

• Walk along Mall Road

• Short trek to Tiffin Top & Land’s End

Stays:

• The Naini Retreat

• Shervani Hilltop

• Lakeside hotels & budget homestays in Mall Road/Tallital