Darjeeling: The Queen of Hills
Darjeeling was the British Raj's summer capital, and the toy train is one of the key attractions for tourists planning a vacation to Darjeeling.
Mount Kanchenjunga and other snow-capped summits are the pendant necklaces of the queen of hills. Tiger Hill, at an elevation of 8,442 feet, is Darjeeling's highest point and attracts tourists with its breathtaking sunrise.
The best time to see the sparkling snow-covered spectacular Kanchenjunga is during sunrise. The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Padmaja Naidu Zoological Park, Botanical Garden, Batasia Loop, Darjeeling ropeway, Darjeeling Rock Garden, Ghoom Monastery, and Natural History Museum are among must-see attractions in Darjeeling.
The Glenary's restaurant and bar in Darjeeling is one of the most beautiful eateries in India, offering mesmerizing natural beauty around it. It is known for its beautiful colonial-era architecture and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including the famous Kanchenjunga. The restaurant is also famous for its traditional Darjeeling tea.
Rhododendron is a common sight in these hills. Moreover, these hilly slopes are home to many medicinal plants such as Aconitum ferox, Adhatoda vasica, Artemisia vulgaris, Berginia ciliata, Hedychium spicatum, Sapindus mukorossi, Taxus baccata, and Zingiber cassumunar.
Accommodation Options
- Hotel Broadway
- The Bellevue Hotel
- Retreat Wind Horse
- Hill Crown Retreat
- Hotel Mohit
Taxi Stands in Darjeeling
- Upper Clubside taxi stand just below Planter's Club
- Lower Clubside taxi stand on Laden La Road and next to Gandhi Road traffic point
- Motor Stand on Lebong Cart Road near Chowk Bazar
Temporary Update
Toy Train Service Resumption: Regular DHR toy train services between New Jalpaiguri (NJP) and Darjeeling are expected to resume on October 1, 2024, after a suspension of almost three months. For fare tariffs for the daily round trip from Darjeeling to Ghum, passenger train, and special coach bookings, please visit the DHR fare details page.
For hotels, transportation & trekking, tourists can contact Amber Singh of D.B.S. Tours & Travels, ISKCON Mandir Road, near Sachitra Bhawan, Siliguri. You can reach him at 9475549877 or 8509505775, or email at