One Day Trip to Dagshai: Scenic Escape and Historical Exploration

Day 1: Dagshai day trip

Dagshai, India on June 20, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House, Chandigarh

Start early with a traditional South Indian breakfast like idli and coffee at the Indian Coffee House, open from 7:00am to 11:00am, to fuel your day trip.
INR150, 0h30m

8:00am

Travel to Dagshai

Drive from Chandigarh to Dagshai, which takes approximately 1.5 hours. Enjoy the scenic hills en route.
INR600 (taxi fare approx.), 1h30m

9:30am

Visit Dagshai Jail Museum

Explore the historic Dagshai Jail Museum, a former British jail displaying colonial history and life. It opens at 9:00am and closes by 5:00pm.
INR30, 1h

10:45am

Walk around Dagshai Bazaar

Take a leisurely walk through Dagshai Bazaar, where you can find quaint shops selling handicrafts and local snacks.
Free, 0h45m

11:30am

Visit St. Patrick’s Church

Visit this charming colonial-era church known for its gothic architecture and tranquil environment, open till 5:00pm.
Free, 0h30m

12:15pm

Lunch at The Holiday Home Dagshai

Enjoy a peaceful lunch at The Holiday Home’s restaurant, which serves delicious North Indian dishes with a view of the lush surroundings.
INR400 approx., 1h15m

1:30pm

Nature walk to Mussoorie Point

Take a scenic nature walk or a short drive to Mussoorie Point, approximately 3 km from Dagshai, to savor panoramic views of the hills. Spend time relaxing and photographing the landscape.
INR20 (parking if applicable), 2h

3:30pm

Tea and snacks at a local cafe

Stop at a local cafe on your return to Dagshai town for some chai and light snacks, enjoying the small town ambiance.
INR100, 0h30m

4:00pm

Prepare for return journey

Begin your return drive to Chandigarh, allowing about 1.5 hours to reach by early evening.
INR600 (taxi fare approx.), 1h30m

5:30pm

Dinner recommendation in Chandigarh - Black Lotus, Taj Chandigarh

If you wish to dine in Chandigarh, try Black Lotus for exquisite Chinese cuisine with superb ambiance, open from 7:00pm to 11:00pm.
INR1200 approx., 1h30m
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