Explore the 13 best places to visit in November in India. From stunning hill stations to vibrant festivals, discover the perfect destinations for your November getaway in India.
1. Hampi, Karnataka
In November, Hampi, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Karnataka, India, basks in pleasant weather with cooler temperatures, making it ideal for exploring its historic ruins, temples, and boulder-strewn landscapes.
2. Coorg, Karnataka
Coorg, also known as Kodagu, embraces a cool and misty ambiance in November, enhancing the lush green beauty of its coffee plantations, rolling hills, and dense forests.
3. Goa - Beaches, Sunsets and Crazy Nights
Goa transitions from monsoon to winter in November, offering balmy weather, cleaner beaches, and azure skies, making it perfect for sunbathing, water sports, and late-night beach parties.
4. Varkala, Kerala - The hidden treasure of Kerala
In November, Varkala, Kerala's cliffside beach gem, boasts a mild and pleasant climate, ideal for lazing on its pristine beaches, swimming in the turquoise waters, or practicing yoga by the Arabian Sea.
5. Jaisalmer, Rajasthan - November in the Golden City
Jaisalmer's desert landscape is graced with cooler temperatures in November, providing the perfect backdrop for exploring the Golden Fort, wandering through its ancient havelis, and venturing on camel safaris across the mesmerizing Thar Desert.
6. Pushkar, Rajasthan- Of Fairs, Festivals and a Holy Lake
In November, Pushkar, Rajasthan's spiritual and cultural heart, comes alive with the world-renowned Pushkar Camel Fair, where thousands gather for camel trading, cultural performances, and spiritual activities.
7. Tarkarli, Maharashtra- The lesser known beach holiday
Tarkarli, a coastal haven in Maharashtra, offers balmy weather and clear waters, creating an ideal setting for snorkeling, scuba diving, and dolphin-watching tours.
8. Bharatpur, Rajasthan- Bird-watching in November
Bharatpur, Rajasthan's bird paradise, presents pleasant weather, attracting a myriad of migratory birds to the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, turning it into a vibrant avian spectacle in November.
9. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu - The Princess of Hill Stations
In November, Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu's "Princess of Hill Stations", welcomes visitors with cool, mist-covered mornings and lush green landscapes rejuvenated by the prior monsoon rains.
10. Bodh Gaya, Bihar - A rather sacred November
Bodh Gaya, the revered pilgrimage site where Buddha attained enlightenment, offers pleasant and cool weather in November, ideal for meditation sessions under the sacred Bodhi Tree and exploring the magnificent Mahabodhi Temple Complex.
11. Sanasar, Jammu and Kashmir โ Quieter hills with livelier skies
In November, Sanasar, Jammu's hidden gem, unveils a picturesque canvas of golden-hued meadows and crisp mountain air.
12. Sundarbans, West Bengal- Royal Bengal Tigers and the largest mangrove forest
Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest, teems with life as migratory birds join its diverse fauna, while the delta's waterways become more navigable post-monsoons during the month of November.
13. Shantiniketan, West Bengal - A calm November
Shantiniketan, West Bengal's cultural and educational hub founded by Rabindranath Tagore, bathes in a pleasant atmosphere in November, perfect for exploring its historic Visva-Bharati University and attending traditional Baul music performances.