2-Day Adventure in Shimla: Heritage, Nature & Culinary Delights

Day 1: Heritage and Leisure

Shimla, India on May 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Sol

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Café Sol, known for its coffee and freshly baked pastries, opening from 7:00am to 11:00am.
INR250, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit The Ridge

Explore The Ridge, Shimla’s open space with stunning mountain views and colonial architecture, perfect for leisurely strolls and photography. It's a free public area open all day.
INR0, 1h0m

10:45am

Christ Church

Visit Christ Church, the second oldest church in North India, famous for its neo-Gothic architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
INR30, 0h45m

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Simla Times

Enjoy authentic Himachali cuisine and continental dishes at Café Simla Times, open from 12:00pm to 10:00pm, offering a cozy ambiance near Mall Road.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

Mall Road Walk and Shopping

Spend your afternoon strolling on Mall Road, discovering local handicrafts, woollens, and souvenirs. The shops are generally open from 10:00am to 8:00pm.
INR0, 2h0m

4:00pm

Visit Jakhoo Temple

Hike or take a short taxi ride to Jakhoo Temple dedicated to Hanuman, perched on Jakhoo Hill, the highest point in Shimla. The temple is open till sunset.
Free donation, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at The Oberoi Cecil’s Café

Dine at The Oberoi Cecil’s reputed restaurant offering a blend of Indian and international cuisine in an elegant heritage hotel setting, open till 11:00pm.
INR1000, 1h30m

Day 2: Nature and Farewell

Shimla, India on May 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Wake & Bake Café

Enjoy fresh baked goods and excellent coffee at Wake & Bake, a popular morning spot open from 7:00am to 11:00am.
INR200, 1h0m

9:00am

Day trip to Kufri

Travel 16 km from Shimla to Kufri, known for its Himalayan wildlife and adventure activities. Visit the Himalayan Nature Park, open from 9:00am to 6:00pm. Entry fee applicable.
INR120, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at The Kufri Fun World Food Court

Enjoy casual dining with simple yet tasty food options nearby the adventure park, open from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
INR350, 1h0m

2:00pm

Return to Shimla and visit Annandale

Relax at Annandale, a beautiful flat valley used as a golf course and picnic spot, open during daylight hours and free of charge.
INR0, 1h0m

3:30pm

Tea and snacks at Ashiana & Goofa

Enjoy evening tea with snacks at this quaint café known for its views and warm atmosphere, open till 7:00pm.
INR250, 1h0m