The largest city in Jammu division and also the winter capital of Jammu and Kashmir, Jammu city is located on the banks of river Tawi. Surrounded by Shivalik range from three sides –North, East and Southeast, the Trikuta range surrounds the North East part of Jammu. The city is connected by all major cities of India through its train routes with railway station called Jammu Tawi. There is also a reliable bus connectivity as well as Jammu airport with flights flying to major cities like Amritsar, Delhi, Mumbai etc.
Things to do in Jammu
1. Take a trek to Vaishno Devi temple
Known to be one of the most sacred tourist spots in India, a trip to Jammu cannot be completed without visiting Vaishno Devi temple. Thousands of devotees take this enthralling journey to Vaishno Devi every year to seek blessings of Maa Durga. There are also horseback rides and helicopters for those who cannot climb that high peak.
2. Take an insight into history by visiting the Mubarak Mandi Palace
known for the Dogra Art Museum, the Mubarak Mandi Palace is an important landmark of Jammu city. There is a vast and impressive collection of old manuscripts, art, embellishments owned by royals of the past and other items of historical significance.
3. Go for ski at Patnitop
Skiing is no doubt one of the best activities you can indulge in when you are in Jammu. Once your reach Patnitop, you are welcomed by beautiful landscapes, panoramic views, and trekking paths. There are reliable buses that operate from Jammu to Patnitop. These buses help the tourists travel back and forth to their destinations.
4. Enjoy the Jammu cuisine
Besides being a sight to behold, Jammu is also known for some of its mouth-watering dishes and is called a heaven for foodies. Some of the must-try delicacies of Jammu are Rajma chawal, patisa, dum aloo, dogri dishes and many other traditional gourmet foods.
5. Take a walk in the colourful trails of Bagh-e-Bahu garden
Among a myriad of things to do in Jammu, taking a walk at majestic and lush green bagh-e-bahu garden is something that you must not miss. It is located on the bank of Tawi River and boasts of lush green plants, ponds, colourful flora and beautiful fountains. There is also an artificial lake with beautiful flower bed.
6. Go boating in Mansar lake
Located at a picturesque location in Jammu and surrounded by hilltops and lush green forests, you need an entire day to visit the Mansar lake. It is about two-hour drive from main Jammu city and you would need about 2 to 3 hours to explore the area. Boating and fishing are two must-do activities in Mansar lake.
Where to stay in Jammu
Jammu is a famous and popular tourist destination that sees thousands of tourists flocking here every year. It is not so difficult to find good hotels in Jammu irrespective of your budget. With OYO rooms providing hotels in all ranges, one can find and book a hotel of their choice before you have even booked your tickets for Jammu
If you are heading to Jammu for a family vacation, you can check out Oyo Rooms near the Katra and choose from a myriad of options like hotels, serviced apartments and homestays as per your budget.
Hotels in Jammu
You can find various budget and premium category Jammu hotels online on OYO Rooms website. It is easy to pick a hotel based on your budget, the number of people you are travelling with and duration you are travelling for. If you are looking for a hotel that fulfils a specific need like Wi-Fi or a swimming pool, then you can pick the same amenity from amenities filter given for hotel search pages.
A standard budget accommodation with OYO rooms offers you clean rooms with attached bathroom, private car parking, air conditioning, refrigerator and in-house dining. Whether you choose a hotel or a homestay, most Oyo Rooms have a conference room and a fully functional business centre at your disposal.
If on the other hand you are looking for premium stay option with OYO Rooms, use the filter OYO type and check on premium properties. You will be given options like flagship and OYO Townhouses.
you also get to choose the services that you mandatorily require like laundry service, free Wi-Fi, round the clock security or a well-furnished room.
if you are travelling to Jammu on a budget, OYO provides some best budget hotels in Jammu as options to stay.