Srinagar

Dal Lake, gardens and houseboats

What to expect in Srinagar

Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu and Kashmir, lies in the Kashmir Valley around Dal Lake, with Mughal gardens, wooden houseboats and snow-capped peaks. Planning a trip here with Malti Luxe Hospitality starts with how you like to travel, whether that is a relaxed family break, a couples' getaway or a trip with friends.

Among the places most visitors want to see are Dal Lake shikara ride, Mughal Gardens, Shankaracharya Temple and Old City and Jama Masjid. Leave time for the local food as well: expect wazwan, noon chai and Kashmiri kahwa. Popular experiences include houseboat stay, shikara ride and garden walks.

The best time to visit is april to october for greenery and december to february for snow. Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport serves Srinagar, and the city is reached by road from Jammu. Conditions and entry rules can change, so please check current travel requirements before you book. Share your dates and preferences with our team and we will help you shape stays, local travel and sightseeing around Srinagar.

• Dal Lake shikara ride
• Mughal Gardens
• Shankaracharya Temple
• Old City and Jama Masjid
• Best time: April to October for greenery and December to February for snow.
• Local flavours: wazwan, noon chai and Kashmiri kahwa.
• Getting there: Sheikh ul-Alam International Airport serves Srinagar, and the city is reached by road from Jammu.
• Try: Houseboat stay, Shikara ride, Garden walks.