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Guided Heritage Walk Tour in Shimla
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Non-refundable
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3 Hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Shimla is the most fabulous hill station of India, well-known for its unique beauty and serenity. The landscape at a height of approximately 7200 feet (2200 meters) has a number of attractions, that will tell you a lot about the region. During the walk you will explore a number of old buildings, such as Gaiety Theater, General Post Office, Bantony, Betink’s Castle, Imperial Bank, Railway Board Building, Gorton Castle, Knockdrin, Kennedy Cottage,Cecil Hotel, and the Indian Institute of Advanced Study.
What's Included
- Walking Tour
- Bottled water
- Local English Speaking Guide
- One way walk tour from Christ church to Indian Institute of Advance study
- Hotel pickup and drop-off is not included
- Gratuities
- No Transport cost is included from Indian Institute of Advance study to Hotel or Christ church.You have to arrange by own
- Monument fees
- Meal
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
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Indian institute of Advanced study Shimla
Indian institute of Advanced study Shimla
What To Expect
Christ Church
Our guide will meet you at maine entry gate of church.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Mall
Mall road is the main Street in shimla.constructed during British colonial.Your heritage walk will start from here.
15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Shimla Heritage Walk
Shimla acts as a hub for India's tourism sector. It is also home to a number of colleges and research institutions as well as multiple temples and palaces. The city's buildings are styled in the Tudorbethan and neo-Gothic architectures dating from the colonial era. The heritage walk starts from the Christ Church,which is located at the western shoulder of Jakhu Hill and east towards the Viceregal Lodge. Shimla has a number of places to visit. Local hangouts like The Mall and The Ridge are in the heart of the city. Most of the heritage buildings in the city are preserved in their original 'Tudorbethan' architecture. The former Viceregal Lodge, which now houses the Indian Institute of Advanced Study, and Wildflower Hall, now a luxury hotel, are some of the famous ones. During the walk your guide will take you through a number of old buildings such as Gaiety theatre, General Post Office, Imperial Bank, Railway Board Building, Gorton Castle, Knockdrin, Kennedy Cottage, Cecil Hotel,and Viceregal Lodge and you will find every building has a different style of architecture with many stories of the past. Your guide will narrate various facts and history about the old buildings as you enjoy the nature walk. The last point of your heritage walk is the Indian Institute of Advanced Study. After learning about Shimla history your tour ends and you can take local transportation by own expense
3 Hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Indian Institute of Advanced Study
Here your trip will comes end.
25 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Operated by Himachal Bylocals
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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