Manali City Guide
Manali is one of India’s most popular hill stations, nestled in the Kullu Valley of Himachal Pradesh. Surrounded by snow-capped mountains, pine forests, and rivers, Manali is famous for adventure sports, honeymoon trips, and scenic beauty.
📍 Quick Facts
StateHimachal Pradesh
Famous ForHill Station & Adventure
Ideal Duration3–5 Days
LanguagesHindi, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
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📱 NetworkJio, Airtel, VI
🌐 InternetGood 4G (limited in remote areas)
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Mar – JunBest for sightseeing
Jul – SepMonsoon (landslides possible)
Oct – FebSnowfall & winter sports
FestivalsWinter Carnival
🎯 Things to See & Do
🏛 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Solang ValleyAdventure sports hub
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Hadimba TempleAncient wooden temple
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Beas RiverRiverside views
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Rohtang PassSnow-covered mountain pass
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Himachali ThaliTraditional cuisine
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MomosPopular street food
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Trout FishLocal specialty
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CafésOld Manali cafés
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Mall RoadMain shopping street
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Woollen WearCaps & sweaters
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HandicraftsWooden souvenirs
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Local ProductsHoney & jams
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SkiingWinter adventure
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ParaglidingSolang Valley
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Nature WalksPine forests
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CampingStargazing experiences
🗺 Suggested Manali Itinerary
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Day 1Hadimba Temple · Mall Road
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Day 2Solang Valley · Adventure sports
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Day 3Rohtang Pass · Snow activities
🚆 How to Reach Manali
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Chandigarh Airport (IXC)Approx 310 km
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Joginder Nagar RailwayNarrow gauge
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HRTC & Volvo BusesFrom Delhi & Chandigarh
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TaxiChandigarh ↔ Manali from ₹6,000
🏨 Where to Stay in Manali
Luxury Hotels
Mid-Range Hotels
Budget Hotels
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Span ResortRiverside luxury
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The HimalayanCastle-style luxury
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Solang Valley ResortMountain views
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Snow Valley ResortPremium comfort
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Hotel Johnson LodgePopular mid-range
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Hotel Honeymoon InnCentral location
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Hotel Manali InnComfort stay
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Hotel Mountain FaceValue option
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Guest HousesAffordable stays
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HomestaysLocal experience
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HostelsBackpacker options
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OYO HotelsLow-cost rooms
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Johnson’s CaféMulti-cuisine favorite
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ChopsticksTibetan & Chinese food
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Lazy DogOld Manali café
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Café 1947Riverside café
📍 Nearby Destinations
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Solang Valley · 14 kmAdventure spot
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Kasol · 75 kmParvati Valley
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Naggar · 20 kmHistoric village
👕 What to Wear
Summer – Light jackets
Winter – Heavy woolens & boots
Snow – Gloves & thermal wear
Evenings – Warm layers
🎉 Festivals
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Winter CarnivalJanuary celebrations
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DussehraKullu celebrations nearby
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DiwaliHill-town festivities