Darjeeling Travel Guide | Queen of Hills Tourism

Darjeeling: The Queen of Hills

Darjeeling is one of India’s most iconic hill stations, famous for its breathtaking Himalayan views, colonial charm, and world-renowned tea.

Kanchenjunga & Sunrise Experience

The snow-clad Mount Kanchenjunga creates a magical backdrop. The best view is during sunrise from Tiger Hill, the highest point in Darjeeling.

Kanchenjunga view from Darjeeling sunrise
Golden sunrise over Mt. Kanchenjunga

Top Attractions in Darjeeling

  • Tiger Hill Sunrise
  • Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (Toy Train)
  • Batasia Loop
  • Ghoom Monastery
  • Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park
  • Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
  • Rock Garden & Ropeway
Darjeeling hill town panorama
Beautiful panoramic view of Darjeeling town

Tea Gardens & Heritage

The famous Happy Valley Tea Estate, established in 1854, is one of the oldest tea gardens producing premium Darjeeling tea.

Happy Valley Tea Garden Darjeeling
Lush green tea gardens of Darjeeling

Famous Places

Glenary's Restaurant offers colonial charm with stunning mountain views and authentic Darjeeling tea.

Lebong race course Darjeeling
Lebong Race Course – one of the highest in the world

Flora & Medicinal Plants

Darjeeling hills are rich in biodiversity, including Rhododendron and medicinal plants like Aconitum ferox, Artemisia vulgaris, and Taxus baccata.

Accommodation Options

  • Hotel Broadway
  • The Bellevue Hotel
  • Retreat Wind Horse
  • Hill Crown Retreat
  • Hotel Mohit

Taxi Stands

  1. Upper Clubside Taxi Stand
  2. Lower Clubside Taxi Stand
  3. Motor Stand near Chowk Bazar

Latest Update

Toy Train Service: Darjeeling Himalayan Railway services resumed from October 2024.

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