Where to go in March 2027
Best Places to Visit in March in India
March is spring in the hills and the last comfortable month in the plains: tulips in Kashmir, first-flush tea in Darjeeling, Holi across the north and the International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh.
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Weather in March: Warming up in the plains and pleasant in the hills, with snow lingering higher up; the south starts getting hot by the end of the month.
Handpicked for March
Top 17 places to visit in March in India
The best places to visit in March in India are Rishikesh, Srinagar, Darjeeling, Varanasi and Andaman Islands. Here are all 17, ranked, with why each is worth the trip in March.
Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
Yoga capital on the Ganga
Why March: The International Yoga Festival is usually held in early March, drawing teachers and students from around the world to the Ganga.
Rishikesh sits where the Himalayas meet the Ganges, earning its reputation as the Yoga Capital of the World while also becoming one of North India's top destinations for white water rafting and bungee jumping.
- Spiritual
- Adventure
Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir
Dal Lake, houseboats and Mughal gardens
Why March: Spring arrives in the Kashmir valley: almond orchards bloom and the Tulip Garden usually opens in late March.
Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir, is one of India's most enchanting destinations.
- Nature
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Tea gardens and Kanchenjunga views
Why March: The first-flush tea harvest begins, rhododendrons bloom and the views open up after winter.
" This "Queen of the Hills" is a centerpiece of Darjeeling tourism, where mist-covered slopes reveal sprawling emerald estates. Every Darjeeling travel guide highlights the sunrise at Tiger Hill as a mandatory start to Darjeeling sightseeing.
- Hills
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
India's oldest living city, on the Ganga
Why March: Holi, which usually falls in March, is celebrated with colour on the ghats; few places mark it with more spirit.
The stone ghats lead not just to the water; they give the impression of the city perpetually sliding into the Ganga.
- Spiritual
- Heritage
Andaman Islands
Turquoise water, coral reefs and white sand
Why March: Warm, calm and sunny: excellent conditions for beaches and diving before the summer heat.
The Andaman Islands offer some of India's clearest waters and best-preserved coral reefs, making them the country's top destination for scuba diving, snorkeling, and pristine beach holidays.
- Beach
- Adventure
Gangtok, Sikkim
Monasteries and Himalayan views
Why March: Rhododendrons start to bloom and the hills warm up after winter.
Gangtok feels like a city that perfectly balances deep ancient spirituality with highly organized modern living. At first glance, it looks like a bustling hill station clinging tightly to a steep green mountain ridge.
- Hills
Gulmarg, Jammu & Kashmir
India's best-known ski resort
Why March: Spring skiing on the upper slopes while the meadows below begin to thaw.
Gulmarg, meaning 'Meadow of Flowers,' is one of Asia's premier ski resorts and one of India's most extraordinary high-altitude destinations.
- Snow
- Adventure
Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Snow, adventure and the Kullu Valley
Why March: Snow lingers at Solang Valley while the town warms up: a good mix for families.
Manali, perched at 2,050 metres in the Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh, is India's most iconic mountain destination.
- Snow
- Hills
- Adventure
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
The old summer capital on a ridge
Why March: Pleasant spring days on the Mall Road and the Ridge, with views of snow-capped peaks.
Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh and once the summer capital of British India, remains the most beloved hill station in the country.
- Hills
McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh
Little Lhasa below the Dhauladhars
Why March: Spring sunshine in the Dalai Lama's hill town; the Triund trek gets busy again as the snow recedes.
You walk up the steep colorful streets and the aroma of steaming momos instantly wraps around you. A standard McLeod Ganj travel guide always points you toward the peaceful Tsuglagkhang Complex, easily ranking among the top attractions in McLeod Ganj.
- Hills
- Spiritual
Kasol, Himachal Pradesh
Riverside village in the Parvati Valley
Why March: Spring in the Parvati Valley: riverside cafés reopen and the pine forests warm up.
Kasol is a small hamlet in Himachal Pradesh's Parvati Valley, cradled beside the Parvati River at an altitude of 1,640 metres.
- Hills
- Adventure
Wayanad, Kerala
Forests, waterfalls and spice estates
Why March: Coffee blossom season, when the plantations are covered in white flowers with a jasmine-like scent.
Wayanad is Kerala's green escape into the Western Ghats, where misty hills, spice plantations, and cascading waterfalls replace the state's better-known backwaters.
- Nature
- Hills
Shillong, Meghalaya
Pine hills, waterfalls and living root bridges
Why March: Dry, mild weather to explore the waterfalls and living root bridges of the Khasi Hills before the rains.
Shillong doesn't try to impress you. It simply does. Tucked away in the rolling Khasi Hills of Meghalaya, this charming mountain city feels like a place where nature and culture have found the perfect balance.
- Hills
- Nature
Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu
Lake and pine forests in the Palani Hills
Why March: Cool, dry days by the lake and in the pine forests while the plains heat up.
Kodaikanal takes a while to get to and that's probably why it still feels like it belongs to the people who make the effort. The drive up is all hairpins and eucalyptus, and by the time you arrive the rest of Tamil Nadu feels very far away.
- Hills
Mahabaleshwar, Maharashtra
Strawberries and Sahyadri viewpoints
Why March: Strawberry season: the farms around Mahabaleshwar are full of fresh berries.
The mist rolls over the Sahyadri ridges, turning the landscape into a dream of emerald green. This stunning Mahabaleshwar location offers a crisp chill that defines the perfect Mahabaleshwar weather.
- Hills
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
The Blue City below Mehrangarh Fort
Why March: The last comfortable month for the Blue City, and Holi is celebrated with colour across Rajasthan.
Dawn spills gold over Jodhpur, and the Blue City slowly stirs beneath the towering Mehrangarh Fort. From its ramparts, the indigo houses glow like a living mosaic, one of the unforgettable top attractions in Jodhpur.
- Heritage
Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh
Tiger country in Central India
Why March: As the forest thins and waterholes shrink, tiger sightings get more frequent.
Bandhavgarh National Park is a 448 square kilometre tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh’s Umaria district, renowned for having one of the highest tiger densities in India, with around 135 tigers in the core area, the highest density by area in the world.
- Wildlife
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More places to visit in March in India
131 more destinations from our guides at their best in March.
Sep – MarChikmagalur
Jul – MarAlwar
Oct – MarFaridabad
Sep – MarSakleshpur
Oct – MayCherrapunji
Oct – AprHavelock Island
Oct – MayKabini National Park
Oct – MarParwanoo
Oct – AprPort Blair 
Oct – MarNeemrana
Oct – AprNeil Island (Shaheed Dweep)
Mar – JunTehri- Oct – MayBandipur National Park
- Oct – MarUdupi
- Oct – MarAjmer
- Oct – MarAuroville
- Oct – MarBikaner
- Mar – JunDharamshala
- Oct – MarPushkar
- Oct – MarAgartala
- Oct – MayAgatti Island
- Oct – MarAgra
- Oct – MarAhmedabad
- Oct – MarAizawl
- Oct – MarAjanta Caves
- Mar – JunAlmora
- Oct – MarAmaravati
- Oct – MarAmarkantak
- Oct – MarAmritsar
- Oct – MarAnandpur Sahib
- Oct – MarAraku Valley
- Dec – MarAuli
- Oct – MarAurangabad
- Oct – MarAyodhya
- Oct – MarBangalore
- Oct – MayBangaram Island
- Nov – MarBetla National Park
- Oct – MarBhimbetka
- Mar – JunBhimtal
- Oct – MarBhopal
- Oct – MarBhubaneswar
- Oct – MayBiligiriranga Hills
- Oct – MarBinsar
- Mar – JunBir Billing
- Oct – MarBishnupur
- Oct – MarBodh Gaya
- Mar – OctBomdila
- Nov – MarBorra Caves
- Oct – MarBundi
- Mar – JunChail
- Oct – MarChandigarh
- Nov – MarChettinad
- Oct – MarChittorgarh
- Oct – MarCuttack
- Mar – JunDalhousie
- Oct – MayDandeli
- Oct – AprDawki
- Oct – MarDehradun
- Mar – Jun, Sep – NovDharamkot
- Oct – MarDigha
- Oct – MarDimapur
- Oct – MarDiu
- Nov – MayDudhwa National Park
- Nov – MarDwarka
- Oct – MarEllora Caves
- Oct – MarGandikota
- Dec – AprGir National Park
- Oct – MarGokarna
- Oct – MarGopalpur
- Oct – MarGwalior
- Oct – MarHaridwar
- Jul – MarHogenakkal
- Oct – MarHorsley Hills
- Oct – AprImphal
- Oct – MarIndore
- Oct – MarJammu
- Mar – JunJibhi
- Nov – JunJim Corbett National Park
- Oct – MarJorhat
- Mar – JunKasauli
- Oct – MarKausani
- Mar – JunKhajjiar
- Oct – MarKochi
- Oct – MayKolad
- Oct – MarKolkata
- Dec – MarKufri
- Oct – MarKurukshetra
- Mar – JunLansdowne
- Oct – MarMorni Hills
- Oct – MarMount Abu
- Mar – JunMukteshwar
- Sep – MarMunnar
- Mar – JunMussoorie
- Oct – MarNagarjuna Sagar
- Oct – MarNahan
- Mar – JunNainital
- Jan – JunNarkanda
- Oct – JunNilgiris
- Mar – OctOld Manali
- Mar – JunPalampur
- Oct – MarPatiala
- Oct – MarPrayagraj
- Oct – MarPune
- Oct – MarPuri
- Oct – MarRaipur
- Oct – MarRajgir
- Oct – AprRameswaram
- Oct – MarRanchi
- Oct – AprRanthambore
- Oct – MayRatnagiri
- Oct – MarReiek
- Oct – MarSanchi
- Nov – MarSatkosia
- Nov – MarSattal
- Oct – JunSawai Madhopur
- Oct – MarShantiniketan
- Oct – MarShirdi
- Nov – MarSimlipal National Park
- Oct – MarSirpur
- Oct – MarSrisailam
- Oct – MarStatue of Unity
- Nov – MarSultanpur National Park
- Nov – MarSundarbans
- Oct – JunTadoba National Park
- Oct – MayTarkarli
- Mar – OctTawang
- Oct – MarThanjavur
- Mar – JunTirthan Valley
- Oct – MarVarkala
- Oct – MarVisakhapatnam
- Oct – JunYercaud
Beyond India
Best places to visit in March outside India
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March travel FAQs
Which are the best places to visit in March in India?
The best places to visit in India in March are Rishikesh, Srinagar, Darjeeling, Varanasi, Andaman Islands, Gangtok, Gulmarg, Manali, Shimla and McLeod Ganj. In all, 148 destinations in our guides are at their best in March.
Which are the best places to visit in March in South India?
In South India, Wayanad and Kodaikanal are among our top picks for March.
Where can I see snow in March in India?
Gulmarg and Manali are your best bet for snow in March. Snowfall varies from year to year, so check conditions before you travel.
Which beaches are good to visit in March in India?
Andaman Islands has good beach weather in March.
Where can I go on a wildlife safari in March in India?
For wildlife in March, try Bandhavgarh National Park. Safari slots are limited, so book permits early.
What festivals and events are there in March in India?
Look out for International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh, Tulip Garden opening in Srinagar and Holi in Varanasi. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar change dates each year, so check before you book.
Which are the best places to visit in March outside India?
Outside India, Dubai, Singapore City, Maldives, Phuket, Kuala Lumpur and Hanoi are at their best in March, going by our destination guides.
What is the weather like in India in March?
Warming up in the plains and pleasant in the hills, with snow lingering higher up; the south starts getting hot by the end of the month.
