Two-Day Shimla Itinerary: Explore the Queen of Hills

Day 1: Historic Charm

Shimla, India on May 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Simla Times

Start your day with a delicious breakfast featuring local Himachali dishes and freshly brewed coffee in a cosy ambiance. Open from 8am to 11am.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit The Ridge

The Ridge is Shimla’s vibrant centre where you can enjoy stunning mountain views and watch local artists and street performances. Open all day, best visited in the morning for fewer crowds.
Free, 1h0m

10:45am

Christ Church

Explore Christ Church, the second oldest church in North India, to admire its neo-Gothic architecture and stained glass windows. Open 9am to 5pm.
Free, 0h45m

12:00pm

Lunch at Café Sol

Enjoy a tasty lunch with a mix of Indian and continental dishes in a charming café setting near The Ridge. Open 12pm to 3pm.
INR700, 1h0m

1:30pm

Walk through Mall Road

Stroll along Mall Road, the bustling shopping street where you can browse handicrafts, woollens, and local souvenirs. Stores generally open from 10am to 7pm.
Free, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Viceregal Lodge

Tour the historic Viceregal Lodge, once home to the British viceroy, to marvel at its Tudor architecture and the lovely surrounding gardens. Open 9am to 5pm.
INR30, 1h15m

5:00pm

Relax at Shimla Mall Road Café

Unwind at a café on Mall Road and enjoy local tea or snacks while soaking in the mountain atmosphere.
INR200, 0h45m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Oberoi Cecil

Dine at The Oberoi Cecil’s renowned restaurant, offering a blend of traditional Himachali and multi-cuisine dishes in a grand colonial setting. Open 7pm to 10pm.
INR1500, 1h30m
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Day 2: Nature and Adventure

Shimla, India on June 1, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

Enjoy a simple and hearty South Indian breakfast with good coffee at the historic Indian Coffee House on Mall Road. Open from 7am to 10am.
INR300, 0h45m

8:30am

Trip to Kufri

Drive to Kufri, about 16 km from Shimla, known for its scenic beauty and adventure activities like horse riding and hiking. Open all day.
Free entry, activity costs vary, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Café Sol, Kufri

Relax with lunch at the peaceful Café Sol in Kufri, offering fresh, organic and local dishes. Open 12pm to 3pm.
INR600, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Himalayan Nature Park

Explore the Himalayan Nature Park in Kufri to see native flora and fauna and enjoy easy walking trails. Open 9am to 5pm.
INR20, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to Shimla and Leisure Walk

Return to Shimla for a relaxing evening stroll on the Mall Road or the Ridge, soaking in the mountain sunset.
Free, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Wake & Bake Café

Enjoy a casual final dinner at Wake & Bake Café, known for wood-fired pizzas and a relaxed vibe. Open until 10pm.
INR700, 1h0m
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