Location : 34 km uphill of Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand.
Climate condition :The climate of Mussoorie is mild and entirely comfortable in summers, temperature wavering below 30º C. Winters are very cold, and temperature dips to freezing point.
Best time to visit : April -June, September - October

Thing to do
The best and first thing that strikes one’s fascination is 34 km uphill drive from Dehradun to Mussoorie. The one hour drive let one love the exciting road routes, which are full of sharp turns and diversions. Beyond, there are heaps to see and indulge into while being at Mussoorie. Activities, such as horse riding, sightseeing places like lake, temple and beautiful peaks, and nature walk keep travelers engaged in viewing the natural beauty of its milieu.

Mussoorie Attractions

Camel's back road : This is a 3 km stretch, enjoyable for walking and horse ridding. One can get a spectacular view of the sunset in the Himalayas from here. The road passes through an old British graveyard and is named after a rock resembling the back of a sitting camel.

Gun Hill : This is the second highest peak in Mussoorie, offering an astounding view of the Himalayas, a bird's eye view of Mussoorie and ofcourse the entire Doon Valley. This spot may be reached through a Ropeway ride or a 20-minute trudge up a bridle path. During pre-independence days a gun mounted on this top used to be fired heralding mid-day to enable people to adjust their watches and hence this name.

Company Garden: One of the most popular picnic spots of Mussoorie, Company Garden is also the most favourite picnic and excursion spot. The artificial lake and garden enables people enjoying Boating and Nature Walk, respectively.

Childer's Lodge : This is the highest peak in Mussoorie, about 5 Kms from the Tourist Office. One can walk or go on a horse back for a glimpse of snow-clad mountains. It is fascinating to get the glimpse and never lets you go back home.

Cloud End : The resort is surrounded by thick deodar forest, ideally suited for foreigners and honeymooners. The bungalow built in 1838 by a British major was one of the first four buildings of Mussoorie has now been converted into a hotel. The place provides peace and calm and is full of flora and fauna.

Jharipani Falls and Bhatta Falls : The Jharipani and the Bhatta Falls are two major waterfalls of Mussoorie. Jharipani Fall is located 8.5 m from Mussoorie on the Mussoorie-Jharipani Road and can be reached by a vehicle, up to a distance of 7 km. The rest of the journey (1.5 km) has to be covered on foot. Bhatta Fall is located on the Mussoorie- Dehradun Road and is an ideal spot for bathing and picnicking.

Jwalaji Temple : This famous Hindu temple is located at a distance of 9 km from Mussoorie. Dedicated to Goddess 'Durga', this temple is situated atop the Benog Hill, at a height of 2100 m. Enveloped by thick forests from all sides; the temple poses a striking picture. Moreover, one can have breathtaking view of the Himalayan peaks, Doon Valley and the Yamuna valley from this site.

Lal Tibba (5 Km) : Lal Tibba (2438.4 m) is the highest point of Mussoorie. There is a high power binocular kept here which provides a close and magnificent view of snow covered Gangotri, Kedarnath, Chaukhamba, Nanda Devi and Sri Kanta peaks. A television tower, which is at Lal Tibba, has been relaying television programme from Delhi since 12th August 1979.

In addition to the above tourists may visit Benong Hill (7 km.), Depot Hill, Hathi Paon (6 km), Clouds End (7 km.), Mossey fall and Bhatta fall (10 km).

Mussoorie Lake : This newly made lake is situated on the Dehradun road, at a distance of 6 km from Mussoorie. Developed by the city board and the Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority, this lake is a famous picnic spot of the place. With a beautiful backdrop, the place is also famous for its pedal-boating facilities. The lake also offers enchanting view of Doon Valley and the surrounding places.

Van Chetna Kendra :
Covered with a thicket of undulating pine trees and varicolored shrubs, Van Chetna Kendra is a popular picnic spot of the place. It is located at a distance of about 3 km from Mussoorie, on the Tehri Road (by-pass). Thus, it is easily accessible from Mussoorie by a vehicle or even on foot. The place is also popular for exotic wildlife delights like Ghurar, Kankar and Himalayan Peacock.