Nainital Lake: Hours, Address, Nainital Lake Reviews: 4.5/5
Nainital Lake
Nainital Lake
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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Restaurants
69 within 5 kms
Café LakeSide
129
0.4 km₹₹₹₹ • Italian • Indian • Cafe
Zooby's Kitchen
335
0.7 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Indian • International • Grill
Sher-e-Punjab
198
38 m₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Indian • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
Chandani Chowk
278
61 m₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Indian • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
Shiva Vegetarian Restaurant
82
0.5 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Indian • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
Embassy
352
0.5 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Indian • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
Cafe de Mall
67
0.3 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Indian • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly
Simz Café
21
0.4 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Cafe • Fast food • Contemporary
Honey Hut
89
0.6 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Dessert • Cafe • Fast food
Shan-E-Punjab
46
0.5 km₹₹ - ₹₹₹ • Indian • Asian • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
29 within 10 kms
Goddess Naina Devi
865
0.5 kmReligious Sites
Eco Cave Gardens
629
0.5 kmParks • Gardens
High Altitude Zoo
811
0.6 kmZoos
Khurpa Taal
209
0.5 kmBodies of Water
Tibetan Market
147
0.5 kmFlea & Street Markets
Nainital Zoo
17
0.5 kmZoos
Governor's House Raj Bhawan
135
0.9 kmHistoric Sites • Architectural Buildings
Tiffin Top (Dorothy's Seat)
267
1.2 kmMonuments & Statues • Geologic Formations
Nainital Ropeway
196
1.3 kmTrams
Naina Devi Temple
27
1.1 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
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4.5
2,871 reviews
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197
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19
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5
shruti p
Mumbai, India75 contributions
Apr 2022
When you travel by car alongside the lake you truly realize how big it is!! Its very beautiful and clean. Enjoy the boat ride here which takes you to Naina Devi temple and dont forget to click some nice pictures with the hills in the background
Written 21 May 2022
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Saurabh Tiwary
2 contributions
Apr 2022
Nainital is a charming hill station located at the foothills of the Kumaon ranges in Uttarakhand. Very clean lake. Fairly priced boat ride. This is one of the most beautiful lakes in India.
Some of the important places in the district are Nainital , Haldwani , Kaladhungi , Ramnagar , Bhowali , Ramgarh , Mukteshwar , Bhimtal , Sattal and Naukuchiatal . Nainital’s unending expense of scenic beauty is nothing short of a romance with awe-inspiring and pristine Mother nature.
Some of the important places in the district are Nainital , Haldwani , Kaladhungi , Ramnagar , Bhowali , Ramgarh , Mukteshwar , Bhimtal , Sattal and Naukuchiatal . Nainital’s unending expense of scenic beauty is nothing short of a romance with awe-inspiring and pristine Mother nature.
Written 20 May 2022
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Ganesh Singh Koranga
Chandigarh, India8 contributions
May 2022 • Family
As it is the place surrounded by lakes so firstly it is very little pollution.you can take a fresh breathe here.On one side you will experience the mountain range.on the other side you will find the big lake.don’t forget to take a ride on the lake.then go to the temple to offer prayer.do also visit the gurudwar beside.The last and my favorite is the shopping.I found ot to the best place to buy candles and some of the garments.wooden items are also of great quality.
Thanks to nainital police and U.K government 🙏
Thanks to nainital police and U.K government 🙏
Written 17 May 2022
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Rashmi
New Delhi, India17 contributions
Apr 2022
Do take the long boat ride . The feel is very good. Half of what you pay goes to the boatman and the other half goes to the owner of the boat. Use the life jackets. Enjoy the ride anytime
Written 9 May 2022
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Abhinishv
Secunderabad, India618 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
The Nainital lake is the main attraction of Nainital. The lake has boating facility for paddle boat as well as rowing boats . The lake has a perimeter of about 4.5 km and it's a beautiful walk around the water body in the morning or evening. The boat ride costs about Rs.210 per boat. On one side of the lake is the mall road which has many shops & restaurants. Parking around the lake is next to impossible. Better to hire a cab or a cycle rickshaw. If you are driving to Nainital, do book a hotel with parking facility otherwise you may have to park your car about 5-6 km from your hotel & hire a taxi. The place is very well maintained & kept clean by the administration even with so many tourists visiting the hill station. Nainital Lake is a must visit since so many other places like Naina Devi lake, Zoo, Boat House Club, Church & other prominent places are located in very close proximity to the lake.
Written 21 April 2022
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Raja M
New Delhi, India28 contributions
Apr 2022
Excellent view from window and garden. You can see Nainital Lake scenic view while sitting your window with a cup of tea.
when you open your window curtain then you can feel the fresh air and bird sounds.
when you open your window curtain then you can feel the fresh air and bird sounds.
Written 4 April 2022
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JainManoJ
Bhiwani, India113 contributions
Mar 2022 • Family
Nainital in Uttrakhand , is one of best tourist place In lap of Himalayas . The Naini Lake is main attraction point on Mall road. Anyone can enjoy the lake , while walking on Mall road or boating.
Written 26 March 2022
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trilochansaini
Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia670 contributions
Dec 2021
The lake is beautiful. The place is well maintained and kept neat and clean. People can opt for a boat ride. It was too cold so we didnt go for a ride.
Written 23 January 2022
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Abasu1963
Bhopal, India121 contributions
Dec 2021
Took a walk around the lake, the market, the Temple, Gurudwara, the boating area and finally decided to take a ride. It all started with the standard packages for half lake/full lake and finally came to half lake ticket with full lake (balance in cash) + tips. Anyway, it was a good experience to take a round in the lake, which did not excite me much, as I had taken round in much bigger water bodies (reservoirs/big rivers/sea). The positive feeling is the neatness and the clean water with no trash or, plastic bags floating around, which has become so common in INDIA.
Written 15 January 2022
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Dhruv Agarwal
4 contributions
Dec 2021
Not much to say about it. A beautiful mango-shaped lake in the middle of the city. A bit crowded with boats but the temple nearby looks like the threat as temple waste is flown in the lake (what I saw) and people feed fish with the Prashad which may be unhealthy for fish,
Written 29 December 2021
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Alok S
Bengaluru, India15 contributions
Hi sir..what is best route for nanital from Agra considering 1 year baby along
What are the entry rules in Nainital currently as per government regulations?
Shanti
Hyderabad District, India78 contributions
There are no rules to enter right now. I visited very recently. Though be prepared to face random Police checks and may have to go through random COVID19 test by Police admin (I didn’t face anything, but heard like that).
Can we want corana card in nanital when we go in november
Vijaya Choudhary
New Delhi, India11 contributions
Kindly await directions from the Government if the card would be required. I am having regular visitors to my resort in the Himalayan View Cottage , Mukhteshwar, Nainital. If you want to come please call me on 9911809099 . You are welcome
hello sir now a days can we visit in naital
M&M
Doha, Qatar885 contributions
Yes... comply with the state regulations...
Khushal Kumar
Sheoganj, India
Can v get a bike on rent and travel around lakes n views??
Maheshkakar
New Delhi, India94 contributions
Yes
Hema Shankar
New Delhi, India
I am from New Delhi plz tell best place for trip
weyeskay w
71 contributions
Try to walk one round around the lake!
Thankyou for the information.We are 4peple travelling can we consider 5k per head for 2 days??which would includ cab services for sightseeing and lodging???
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gmaji
Asansol, India8 contributions
Hi, it will be OK if you consider Lake tour and city tour only with a budget Hotel for accommodation. For out side tour like Ranikhet or Mukteswar from Nainital the price will be bit higher side.
Hi could you please tell me what would be the expense for 3 days 2 nights in Nainital for 4 days??
Kanchan S
Mumbai, India60 contributions
If you are going to take accommodation near Mall road it will be around 3k per nights double occupancy/ I stayed at The Pavilion hotel, ita a good property..the bet part by walking you can cover few best sights. Other expenses like boat riding is nominal 250 to 350 per person.
Daydream30269534094
Bharatpur District, India
Pis plan a trip covering nanital Ranikhet kasoli
anandsrivastava
Delhi, India153 contributions
Not clear where you are based. For Nainital you can take a taxi all the way or from Kathgodam which is the rail head. Kasauli is near Shimla, not Nainital. Perhaps you are thinking of Kaushani. Both Ranikhet and Kaushani can be accessed from Nainital.
What is the 24hour parking charge at mall road area
Kanchan S
Mumbai, India60 contributions
On mall road parking is not allowed
Frequently Asked Questions about Nainital Lake
- Nainital Lake is open:
- Sun - Sat 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
- We recommend booking Nainital Lake tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 5 Nainital Lake tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Nainital Lake:
- Nainital Cool Weekend Heaven from Delhi (From ₹ 17,671.12)
- Nainital Haridwar Rishikesh Mussoorie Tour 6 Days / 5 Nights (From ₹ 24,693.26)
- 2 Nights & 3 Days Nainital And Bhimtal From Delhi (From ₹ 38,837.87)
- Heritage & Cultural Walking Tour Nainital (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour) (From ₹ 654.37)
- Nainital Night Walking Tour (From ₹ 1,090.36)
- Hotels near Nainital Lake:
- (0.03 km) Hotel Kay Kay's
- (0.06 km) OYO 3836 Happy Homes
- (0.16 km) Elphinstone Hotel
- (0.15 km) Hotel Welcome Park
- (0.29 km) Shervani Hilltop
- Restaurants near Nainital Lake:
- (0.04 km) Sher-e-Punjab
- (0.06 km) Chandani Chowk
- (0.08 km) Chaudhary Restaurant
- (0.41 km) Café LakeSide
- (0.26 km) Cafe de Mall
- Attractions near Nainital Lake:
- (0.48 km) Goddess Naina Devi
- (0.48 km) Eco Cave Gardens
- (0.41 km) Nainital Hill Station - Bike Rental services
- (0.61 km) High Altitude Zoo
- (0.48 km) Khurpa Taal