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OYO Rooms have many budget hotels in Mcleodganj, premium hotels in Mcleodganj and homestays in Mcleodganj situated at great locations in Mcleodganj. You can choose your accommodation based on your budget and the facilities you are looking for.
Budget Accommodations
The Castle, Naddi Heights, The Oak Valley
Premium Accommodations
Hotel Nature’s Feast , Raku’s Place, Dal Lake Resort
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Mcleodganj does not have an airport; the nearest one is Gaggal which does not have frequent flights. The nearest and best airport to Mcleaodganj is Delhi airport. From Delhi, you can take a car or a bus to the hill station. You can travel by road from many nearby big cities like Chandigarh, Amritsar and Delhi by taxi or a bus. When it comes to buses you will have an option of taking a state-run or a private bus. By train, you can reach Mcleaodganj through Pathankot which is the nearest railway station (90 km away). View more hotels in Mcleodganj

Mcleodganj is a suburban part of Dharamshala. There is no bus or metro network here. State-run buses usually help in commutation between villages. For local commutation, you will have to mostly depend on taxis and auto rickshaws. Walking is also a good way to explore Mcleodganj and enjoy its scenic beauty. You can hire an auto rickshaw for local sightseeing also, wherein a few tourist points will be covered for a fixed price. View more hotels in Mcleodganj

There are so many homestays available in this area that reflect the architecture and beauty of Tibetan homes. If you think you will not be able to afford these properties, you are absolutely wrong. There are so many affordable options to pick from. You can use the link to find affordable homestays in McLeod-Ganj from OYO Home. If you want to learn more about Tibetan culture and experience Buddhism at its best, then McLeod-Ganj is the place to visit. It is situated in Himachal Pradesh and is quite close to Dharamshala. The place bustles with domestic and international visitors all through the year. The best way to enjoy the place is from the comfort of your homestay.

Mcleodganj is all about sightseeing and trekking. There are lots of trekking trails and waterfalls that offer great views and amazing trekking experience. You can also go boating in the beautiful Dal Lake of Macleodganj, camping on the edges of the mountain and gaze at the beautiful night sky. Some other exciting things to do are visit nearby temples, monasteries, attend yoga sessions, learn how to cook Tibetan food and enjoy the local food and street shopping.

Mcleodganj is a beautiful hill station with mesmerizing seasons. It is known as a Little Lhasa and is situated close to Dharmashala. Mcleodganj is beautiful in every season and you can decide on which time suits you best. If you would like pleasant, bright weather on your trip, summer months from March to June are a perfect time. Similarly, if you would like to enjoy the hills in the rain and witness the lush greenery if the town, visit during monsoons. Now, coming to winters, this season is absolutely blissful but chilly as the temperature sometimes even drops to -1o C.

Mcleodganj is also known as Upper Dharamshala and is home to Dalai Lama in India. The food here has a strong Tibetan influence and you will find plenty of vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian food. Like all tourist destinations, the best local food is found on the street of Mcleodganj or little café tucked away on the hillsides. When you are here, do not forget to try thenthuck, momos, tibetan noodles and bread, thukpa, bok choy soup, sushi, vegan food and international dishes like Falafel and wood-fired pizza. Some exciting places to sit down eat are German Bakery, Shiva Café, Kunga’s, Crepe Pancake Hut, Illiterati and Pema Thang Pizzeria.

There are many things that are unique to Mcleodganj and can make for a lovely souvenir for family and friends. Some of the items that can be wonderful gifts are Buddha statues, prayer flags, Tibetan handicraft, jewellery, colourful bags, handmade paper and singing bowls. Like all tourist spots, you will find great deals if you are good at bargaining. Also, if you buy these in large quantities, the shopkeepers may offer great discounts.

Mcleodganj is an ideal place for older kids who do not mind walking a lot and who understand the concept of beauty and serenity. If you have little kids you can take them to the various tourist destinations in Mcleodganj and try to make the experience as fun as possible through fact sharing. Some interesting places for kids in Mcleodganj are HPCA stadium, Norbulingka Institute, Gyuto Monastery and Tibetan Museum.

There are many places in and around Mcleodganj that you must visit. The list of destinations is endless but holidays are of course numbered. So, you should make an itinerary and keep the most important things on top, so that you do not miss them. Some of the top places to visit in Mcleodganj are: Bhagsu Falls, Dharamkot, Namgyal Monastery, Triund, Bhagsunath Temple