Lucknow to Shimla Distance

Lucknow is a heritage capital city of Uttar Pradesh. The city is famous for Islamic architecture, Mughlai cuisine, classical dance, music, poetry, adab (manners) culture and heartwarming hospitality by the locals. Brimming full with fascinating heritage monuments, age-old bazaars, gardens and embroidery boutiques, Lucknow is a vibrant city progressing at a moderate level.
 
Best Time to Visit
Summers in Lucknow are very hot and harsh, therefore it is suitable to visit the city in the winter season. October to March is the Best Time to Visit Lucknow.
 
Places to Visit
Some of the best Places to Visit in Lucknow are Bara Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, Chota Imambara, Ambedkar Memorial Park, The Residency Lucknow, Husainabad Clock Tower and Dilkusha Kothi. If you are travelling along with kids, then you can visit Lucknow Zoo, Janeshwar Mishra Park, Kukrail Picnic Spot and Gandhi Museum. Chowk is one of the oldest markets in the city with lanes of shops selling antiques, handcrafted items, chikankari fabrics, footwear and a lot more. Hazratganj Market, Nishatganj and Aminabad Markets are few other markets in the city known for books, accessories and branded showrooms. You can book Lucknow Hotels nearby these markets.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
Lucknow is a culinary heaven for foodies. Often called ‘The City of Kebabs’, this city has a plethora of dining places from urban sophisticated restaurants to small eateries. Some of the fine dishes of Lucknow include a variety of Kebabs and Biryani, Roomali Roti, Tikka, Kofta and more. For sweet lovers Kulfi, Jalebi and Kheer are must-try. Raheem Hotel, Idrish Hotel and Naushijaan are perfect dining places to try out Mughlai cuisine. Some other popular restaurants are The Urban Terrace, The Cellar, Moti Mahal Restaurant, Oudhyana and Royal Cafe.

Lucknow offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Lucknow to Luxury Hotels in Lucknow / Resorts in Lucknow, from 5 star Lucknow hotels to Guest House, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Lucknow to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Lucknow, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Lucknow for stay are near Lucknow Airport, Gomti Nagar, Hazratganj, Charbagh Station and Alambagh. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
The connectivity of Lucknow to international locations via airways and domestic cities via airways, roadways and railways is very good. Air travel is the most convenient of all. The Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), Lucknow Airport is the main airport of the city that has many connecting domestic flights as well as international flights to Dubai, Muscat, Sharjah, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and many other cities. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Charbagh is the main station in the city. Besides this, tourists can also de-board at Gomti Nagar, Aishbagh Junction and Alamnagar. Lucknow has excellent connectivity to other major cities via several UPSRTC buses. Tourists can avail the buses from Kaiserbagh and Alambagh bus stands. Local buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis are convenient options to travel within the city.
 

The capital city of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is one of the most visited hill stations of Northern India. The city showcases a magical blend of serenity and buoyancy, with snow-capped Himalayan peaks, lush green valleys, busy markets and vibrant culture. The presence of elite colonial architectural buildings and ancient temples display the historical aspects of the city distinctly.
 
Best Time to Visit
The months from March to June are considered the ideal months to visit this hill station when the weather is pleasant and worth enjoying. From budget to luxury Goibibo has a wide range of Shimla hotels.
 
Places to Visit
Summer Hills, Jakhoo Hills and The Scandal Point Ridge are some of the famous points in Shimla that offer picturesque views that are cherished by nature lovers. The Shimla State Museum, Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge are some of the historical buildings that portray excellent Victorian architecture at its best. Chadwick Falls, Naldehra and Shaily peak, Green Valley and Tara Devi Temple are some of the other interesting tourist spots. The Mall Road and Lakkar Bazzar are the two main local markets where you can shop for Himachal handicraft products, woollen wear, wooden home decor pieces, woven carpets, hats, and some traditional jewellery.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
The Himachali cuisine offers some extremely flavoursome dishes such as Channa Madra, Siddu, Sepu Badi Madra that you must try. Some of the popular restaurants that you can visit are Baljees, The Devicos, Indian Coffee House and The Lutyens Room.
Shimla offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Shimla to Luxury Hotels in Shimla / Resorts in Shimla, from 5 star Shimla hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Shimla to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Shimla, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Shimla for stay are near Shimla Airport, The Mall Road, Main Town, Shoghi and Chotta Shimla. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
With a well-planned and systematically designed transportation network, the city is accessible from all parts of the country. Located at a distance of 22 km from the main city, the Shimla Airport (SLV) serves domestic flights and streamlines the air connectivity of the city with Delhi. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Shimla Railway Station is also listed as a World Heritage Site and there a few express and passenger trains that operate between Shimla, Kalka and Delhi. Also, there are plenty of state-run HRTC and private buses that connect Shimla with cities like Chandigarh, Kalka, Ambala and other nearby interstate and neighboring state locations.