Darjeeling travel guide
Darjeeling Tourism | Darjeeling Guide
You're Going to Love Darjeeling
With a population of 123,797, Darjeeling is a must-see destination in West Bengal, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 2 days in order to fully appreciate everything Darjeeling has to offer.
What to do in Darjeeling
Top activities & attractions in Darjeeling
When to visit Darjeeling
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Darjeeling in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 19 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 753 mm. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Darjeeling, with an average rainfall of 5 mm.
How to Get to Darjeeling
Plane
Although Darjeeling doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pakyong (PYG), which is located 38 km from Darjeeling. The shortest domestic flight to Darjeeling departs from Kolkata and takes around 1h.
Airports near Darjeeling
Airlines serving Darjeeling
Where to stay in Darjeeling
Average rates range from around ₹ 3,709 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 6,693 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Darjeeling
Most booked hotels in Darjeeling
Hiring a car in Darjeeling
Expect to pay ₹ 105 per litre in Darjeeling (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,260 and ₹ 1,679.