10 best hill stations to visit near mumbai

by priyanka roshan | aug 20, 2024

If you’re a Mumbaikar needing a quick escape, these nearby hill stations are perfect for a refreshing retreat. Here are 10 must-visit hill stations near Mumbai that offer stunning views, cool weather, and serene surroundings.

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Just 83 km away, Lonavala and Khandala are popular getaways with lush valleys, waterfalls, and iconic viewpoints like Duke’s Nose. Don’t miss out on the famous Lonavala chikki!

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Only 90 km from Mumbai, Matheran is Asia’s only car-free hill station. Enjoy peaceful walks, toy train rides, and panoramic views at Panorama Point and Charlotte Lake.

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Located 263 km away, Mahabaleshwar is famous for its strawberry farms, misty hills, and stunning viewpoints like Arthur’s Seat and Elephant’s Head Point.

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About 690 km from Mumbai, Chikhaldara is Maharashtra’s only hill station with coffee plantations. It’s a nature lover’s paradise, surrounded by dense forests and the Melghat Tiger Reserve.

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Over 200 km away, Lavasa is a beautifully planned hill city inspired by Italy’s Portofino, offering lakeside promenades, colorful architecture, and adventure activities.

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Just 62 km from Mumbai, Karjat is ideal for trekkers. Explore ancient Kondana Caves, lush trails, and scenic waterfalls like Bhivpuri.

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 148 km from Mumbai, Igatpuri is a tranquil retreat known for the Vipassana International Academy and the majestic Tringalwadi Fort.

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127 km away, Malshej Ghat is a monsoon paradise with misty hills, waterfalls, and migratory flamingos, perfect for a rainy-season adventure.

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522 km from Mumbai, Amboli is one of Maharashtra’s wettest places, offering lush forests, pristine waterfalls, and stunning viewpoints.

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256 km away, Satara is home to the Kaas Plateau, known as Maharashtra’s “Valley of Flowers,” which blooms with wildflowers during the monsoon.

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