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The world's seventh-largest country can be explored for years, yet you will always find something new and exciting here. The best time to visit India is during the dry season that runs from October to April. It's most suitable for hiking in the mountains, visiting spice plantations, and wildlife watching. Go for tiger safari in Ranthambore National Park, birdwatching or white water rafting. In late October or early November, India lights up with thousands of lanterns for Diwali. In March, immerse yourself in a fantastic Holi celebration. Summer is the time for the Festival of Chariots or Rath Yatra and picturesque Teej, a festival celebrating women.

89 things to do in India

International Mango Festival

mid-June–July Event

Life is too short for not jumping into mango heaven at one of Delhi’s most popular events

Motorcycle Trips

June–March Activity

Find a bike, hit the road, and let the mantra 'ready, set, go' be with you!

Cochin Carnival (New Year's Eve)

December 25, 2024–January 1, 2025 Event

Kick up your heels to see off the outgoing year and celebrate the arrival of the New Year in a magnificent way!

Birdwatching

October–March Nature

The avian diversity of India is shocking. Wake up your inner birdwatcher, get armed with a good pair of binoculars, and go explore!

Coffee Harvest

November-March Food

Catch full-bodied taste, unique flavour with fine aroma! Enter the world of remarkable Indian coffee

Ganesh Chaturthi

September 7, 2024 Event

May the blessings of Sri Ganesha be upon you all! Immerse yourself into one of the most widely celebrated festivals in India

Beach Season

November–March Activity

India's long coastlines make for an amazing tourist paradise. Find a beach perfectly suited to your own style!

Onam Festival

September 15, 2024 Event

Get involved and catch your blessing of happiness and prosperity

Snake Boat Races (Vallam Kali)

July–September Event

Get into the spirit of the largest team sport in the world!

Bull Surfing

mid-August Event

Looking for an exotic water sport? Go watch Maramadi bull surfing

Skiing in India

December–March Activity

Try out India's slopes of the Himalayas, the greatest in the world!

Maha Shivaratri

March 8, 2024 Event

Immerse yourself in Maha Shivaratri—discover overall definition of the Hindu galaxy and honor Lord Shiva with the believers

Bikaner Camel Festival

January 13 - January 15 Event

Ever wondered how camel dances look like? Come and discover by yourself!

International Kite Festival (Uttarayan)

January 14–January 15 Event

You see everything from illuminated high-speed sports kites and box kites to handpainted ones in Ahmedabad!

Auroville

all year round Nature

Did you ever think there is a town that awaits your arrival passionately? A place where you already belong and where you already have citizenship?

River Rafting

October–mid-May Activity

Discover India's unbridled water and pass parlous rapids. Go with the flow!

Bhagoria Mela (Haat Festival)

February–March Event

That very moment when the children themselves decide whom to marry

Surfing

October–May (beginners & learners) | March-September (pro's) Activity

India is for surfers! Just find your own perfect spot and enjoy the waves

Yoga

all year round Activity

Seeking serenity and spiritual renewal? India is the perfect place for yoga!

Trekking in the Himalayas

March–November Activity

Find the most stunning sceneries and enjoy the unique culture of the terrain

Lohri

January 13 Event

Harvest season is warmly welcomed with dancing and singing by the bonfire

Dussehra (Vijaya Dashami, Dasara, or Dashain)

October 2, 2025 Event

Don't miss a chance to get a closer look at the religious traditions of India

Paragliding

March–June | October–November Activity

Remember dreaming of flying high like a free bird in the sky? Well, India is calling!

Litchi (Lychee)

May–June Food

Discover the unique taste of the juicy Asian 'apple'

Scuba Diving

May–January Activity

Leave your everyday routine and lose yourself in a sea full of exotic underwater beauty

Pongal

January 14, 2025 Event

Get rid of old household stuff, idolize a sun god, worship cattle, and have a picnic with your beloved. Celebrate Pongal at its finest!

Somvati Utsav (Bhandara Festival) in Jejuri

April 8, 2024 | September 2, 2024 | December 30, 2024 Event

Have you ever seen gold in the air?

Rural Olympics in Kila Raipur

February 3-5, 2025 Event

Check out how the simple entertainment of Indian villagers turned into an annual international event

Kumbh Mela

January 14 - March 08 Event

Immerse yourself in one of the biggest religious gatherings ever

Hot Air Ballooning

October–May Activity

Share an unforgettable experience with someone very special while seeing India from an incredible height

Karni Mata Festival

March 22–31, 2023 Event

If you're up for something out of the ordinary check out this temple where rats are treated like pets!

Tea Harvest

March–November Food

Haven't tried Indian tea? Haven't tried life!

Gardens of Agra after the Monsoon

October–November Nature

Agra is home to popular gardens including Soami Bagh, Ram Bagh, and Mehtab—each with a story to tell!

Sunrise and Sunset near Taj Mahal

October–March Nature

Experience the true grandeur of The Taj Mahal, the iconic landmark of India and the Seventh Wonder of the World

Jallikattu

January 15–16, 2024 Event

An authentic tradition of bull taming is rather cruel and controversial. But it has a long history and is a colourful part of the local culture

Kokum

March–May Food

This fruit can be grown exclusively in the territory of Goa

Spice Plantations

September–June Activity

Don't miss your chance to smell the variety of spices and see how they are grown

Buddha's Hand Fruit

November–January Food

This extraordinarily shaped fruit can be found only in lower Himalayas, so don't miss your chance to try it

Chadar Trek

January–February Activity

This beautiful trek, known as Chadar, is one of the wildest and most dangerous in India along the frozen river and waterfalls

Water Rose Apple

May–July | November–December Food

Try these charming apples with a gentle scent and watery taste during the hot summer months.

Guava

December–March Food

Guava in India is often eaten with cheese or ham

Magnetic Hill

June–October Activity

Mystery or optical illusion? The best way to find out the truth is to visit the Magnetic Hill yourself

Shigmo Festival (Shigmotsav)

March 24, 2024 Event

Become a part of this major Hindu festival in Goa

Winemaking

January Food

Visit Goa during the wine season and taste some great homemade varieties

Krishna Janmashtami

August 26, 2024 Event

Visit the birthplace of Lord Krishna and discover this ancient Hindu festival

Waterfalls at Peak Flow

mid-June–September Nature

An adventurous journey through lush green jungles and up hills—all for the gorgeous views!

Diwali, Festival of Lights

October 29–November 3, 2024 Event

As Christmas to Christians, Diwali is as important to Hindus

Turtle Nesting Season

November–April Nature

Witness sea turtles laying eggs and little hatchlings heading to the sea

Balloon Air Safari

October–March Activity

Flying over Agra will surely make your rendezvous with the holy city unforgettable

Loktak Lake

February–March Nature

This lake features a unique organic formation, as well as endemic animal and bird species. The only floating national park is also located on the lake. There are enough reasons to visit this amazing spot

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

March–May | October–mid-December Activity

The railway that inspired Wes Anderson and gave us the wonderful 'Darjeeling Limited'

Tiger Safari in Ranthambore National Park

October–June Nature

Don't miss a chance to meet Shere Khan, the king of the Jungle

Holi Festival

March 25, 2024 Event

The most colorful of all Hindu festivals is visitors' favorite

Bhangarh Fort

October–February Activity

Visit the abandoned town which acquired a reputation as the most haunted place in India

Ross Island

November–March Activity

Watch how this tropical forest is taking over historical ruins

Iron Pillar of Delhi

mid-September–June (all year round) Activity

This 1600-year-old column proves the efficiency of ancient technology

Kolukkumalai Tea Estate

December–mid-June Activity

The world's highest tea plantation offers panoramic views at 8,000 feet (2,438 m)

Apatani Tribal Village of Ziro

July–March Activity

The fascinating tribe has preserved traditions and way of life

Krishna's Butter Ball

November–February (all year round) Activity

Seeing this boulder balance on a steep rock could make you believe in its divine origin

The Blue City of Jodhpur

October–March Activity

Situated in the Thar Desert, this city boasts a collection of indigo houses​

Barasingha (Swamp Deer)

mid-October–June Nature

An endangered unique deer that can be seen only in one nature preserve

Kumbhalgarh Fort (The Great Wall of India)

October–March Activity

Be amazed by the second-longest continuous wall on the planet

Great Banyan Tree

October–March (all year round) Nature

A complex system of aerial roots makes this tree look like a forest

Rath Yatra

June 26, 2025 Event

About a million local and international visitors flock to the city of Puri to witness this amazing Hindu festival

Rohtang Pass

May–October Activity

A dangerous Himalayan road which name translates like "a corpse field"

Kolli Hills Road

all year round Activity

An amazing but dangerous ghat road with 70 continuous hairpin bends

Badrinath

late April–early November Activity

A holy town in the mountains can be reached only by a scenic seasonal road

Munnar Road

August–mid-June Activity

A spectacular winding road going through mountains and tea plantations

Mughal Road

April–October Activity

A scenic and historic highway between high-altitude Jammu and Kashmir on the sides of the Pir Panjal Range

Pamban Road Bridge

October–April Activity

India's first sea bridge, second longest in the country

Shillong International Cherry Blossom Festival

November 15–16, 2024 Event

A rare autumn bloom draws visitors to Shillong, Meghalaya in northeastern India

Bhogi

mid-January Event

A popular celebration in South India

National Sports Day

August 29 Event

A celebration of India's greatest hockey player of all time

Karthigai Deepam

December 13, 2024 Event

The Hindu festival of light popular in South India

Teej Festival (Festival of Swings)

August 7, 2024 | August 22, 2024 | September 6, 2024 Event

The celebration of women that marks the beginning of monsoon season

Auto Expo

January 17-22, 2025 Event

The biggest in Asia and second biggest car show in the world

Elephant Festival

March 25, 2024 Event

A colourful Holi tradition that features elephant polo and dances in the heart of Jaipur

Saffron Harvest

late October–early November Activity

Kashmir's variety of this most expensive and precious spice is considered to be premium quality

Leh–Manali Highway

June–mid-October Activity

An unforgettable journey along a scenic road in North India

Tata Mumbai Marathon

January 19, 2025 Event

The largest and most prestigeous running event in India

Go Heritage Run

October 20–25, 2022 Event

Run series take advantage of India's most scenic locations

Pushkar Mela (Camel Fair)

November 9–15, 2024 Event

Immerse in Rajasthan traditions at one of the largest agricultural fairs in India

Losar Festival (Losar New Year)

February 10–11, 2024 Event

The colorful Tibetan New Year celebration is the major holiday in Ladakh region

Fireflies in Maharashtra

mid-May–mid-June Nature

Thick hilly forests of Maharashtra are India's best spot to observe lightning bugs

Easter

March 31, 2024 Event

Christians all over India celebrate Easter loudly and authentically

Comic Con India (Delhi)

December 6–8, 2024 Event

Check out India's most famous pop-culture event

Umshiang Double-Decker Root Bridge

October–May Activity

A living suspension bridge formed with plant roots and trunks

Khardung La Road

May–October Activity

Head to the world's highest motorbike road

Tamil Nadu International Balloon Festival in Pollachi

mid-January 2025 Event

The largest family-friendly carnival in South India

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