Things to do in Srinagar

Start with a shikara ride on Dal Lake and a stay or visit to a traditional houseboat, then tour the Mughal gardens of Nishat Bagh, Shalimar Bagh, and Chashme Shahi. Climb or drive toward Shankaracharya Temple for city views, visit Hazratbal Shrine, and explore local markets for pashmina, papier-mâché crafts, saffron, and Kashmiri spices. Popular guided experiences include Srinagar city sightseeing tours, Old City heritage walks, photography tours, and private day trips to Gulmarg, Sonamarg, or Pahalgam. In spring, the Tulip Garden season adds one of the city’s most colorful highlights.