Surat to Shillong Distance

With a dominance of diamond-cutting and polishing industries, the Diamond City of India, Surat is an important commercial centre of Gujarat. Settled on the banks of the River Tapi, this port city is rich in trade and business opportunities arising daily with new developments in the dynamic economy of the country. Besides the cutting edge trade, the city is replete with age-old temples, museums, lakes, beaches and gardens that constitute significant tourism. The zestful culture and high spirited locals add to the matchless and enthusiastic aura of the city. Surat is best known for Dandiya Raas Festival during Navratri and also the kite-flying festival. It is always recommended to book hotels in Surat early in Navratri season as this is the main tourist season.
 
Best Time to Visit
The Best Time to Visit Surat is the winter months from October to March when the weather is pleasant.
 
Places to Visit
There are some ancient monuments and beautiful beaches that attract tourists. Surat Castle is a great place to visit. This ancient site will give you some insights about the Muzaffarid dynasty that ruled Surat in the bygone days. Dumas Beach is a favourite spot for travelers who want to relax by the beachside and experience stunning sunrise and sunset views. Gavier Lake is another great place to visit where you can enjoy a picnic amidst the beautiful surroundings of the lake. For all the shoppers, Shanivari Market, Dumas Road, Sahara Darwaja and Baroda Prestige are the best local markets to buy handicraft products.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
The city is best known for its unique cuisine that does not derive its taste from the traditional Gujarati cuisine. Some of the popular local dishes that you must try include Locho, Petis, Rasaawala Khaman, Undhiyu and Sarasiya Khaj. You can visit restaurants and eateries at the Zampa Bazar to savour the best local dishes.
Surat offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Surat to Luxury Hotels in Surat / Resorts in Surat, from 5 star Surat 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 Surat to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Surat, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Surat for stay are near Surat Airport, Railway Station Area, Piplod, Adajan and Ring Road. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
The city has a well-planned and systematic transportation network that makes intercity and intracity travel convenient. Surat International Airport (STV) caters to both domestic flights as well as international flights. Airlines such as Indigo and SpiceJet have the maximum number of flights to domestic destinations such as Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad and Kolkata. 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. Numerous express trains are running through the Surat Railway Station that provides direct connectivity to major cities of the Southern as well as Northern India. The bus services in Surat are equally good and make travelling to cities of Gujarat and Mumbai easy.

Shillong is an enchanting city and one of the best holiday destinations for nature lovers. Surrounded with pine trees, sparkling waterfalls and serene lakes, this hill station is a great escape from the burning heat of the plains. The cool breeze, scenic beauty and the unique culture and lifestyle of Shillong attract a large number of tourists to the place. Monsoons in Shillong are heavy and torrential rains enhance the beauty and charm of the place to an exceptional level.  The months from September to May are considered to be the best time to visit Shillong to enjoy a pleasant climate. The hotels in Shillong witness heavy tourist rush at this time. Goibibo is one such platform where you can find all the Shillong hotels and book a suitable one for yourself. 
 
The police bazar area of Shillong is one of the most popular places filled with local shops, hotels, restaurants and cafes. Tourists usually prefer finding accommodation in this area as it caters to the different needs of the travellers perfectly. Hotel Center Point Shillong, Hotel Polo Towers Shillong, Hotel  Monsoon Shillong, Hotel Pegasus Crown, Hotel Alpine Continental Shillong and Shaurya Inn Shillong are some of the good hotels in Shillong Police Bazar. 

If you are looking for budget hotels in Shillong, you will have a variety of options to pick from. These hotels will offer you the basic amenities under a decent price, cordial ambience and courteous staff. The Majestic Shillong, Hotel Silk Route Shillong, JK International Shillong, The Orchid Annex, Hotel Lake View Inn Shillong are some of the good options. 

There are plenty of beautiful homestays in Shillong that you can book through the Goibibo app, If you are travelling with your family and a large group of friends, the homestays will be a good option for you as they will provide you spacious rooms, huge garden areas and a homely environment too. Pine Hill Homestay, Peach Tree Homestay, Shillong Lajong Homes, Quinton Enclave and Sapphire House are some of the homestays you can choose to stay at. 

You will find all these options listed on Goibibo and can also read customer reviews and ratings to get a better understanding of the hotel services and facilities. 

Shillong peak is the highest point in the hill station that offers a magnificent landscape of the hills where you can admire the real beauty of the place. Some of the major sightseeing tourist spots are Laitlum, David Scott Trail, Kyllang rock, sacred grove, Nohkalakai falls, Elephant falls and Nohsngithiang falls. 

You must try the authentic local dishes of Shillong, momos, Dohkhlieh, Jadoh, Pukhlein and Dohneiiong. Mostly the local dishes are non-vegetarian but are worth giving a try for all foodies. Pack your bags and head to an amazing trip to Shillong and book the best hotel for yourself through the Goibibo app.