Lonavala is one of the most beautiful and popular hill stations in India. It is located in between Pune and Mumbai. Pune to Lonavala distance is 65 km and Mumbai to Lonavala distance is 83 km. If you are residing in Pune or Mumbai and looking for a place that is full of natural beauty, then Lonavala tourist places will be the best option for you. A number of tourists visit this place every year. Whether they have come for a honeymoon, family trip, or with friends, places to visit in Lonavala never disappoint them.
If we talk about famous sweets in Lonavala, then let us tell you ‘Chikki’ is the most famous sweet of Lonavala. Don’t forget to taste this delicious sweet during your Lonavala Trip. If you are planning for a trip to Lonavala, then try to visit this place in winter. The beauty of this place is worth seeing at this time and you will feel yourself near to nature.
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Best Time to Visit Lonavala
Although the best time to visit Lonavala is between October to May, but many tourists come here in Monsoon as well. At this time tourists enjoy here watching greenery and beautiful waterfalls. But we will not recommend you to visit Lonavala in the monsoon. Because visiting this place in monsoon can be a bit risky and troublesome. But if you are a nature lover, then you can visit this place any time.
How to Reach Lonavala
By Air: If you are going to travel to this place via flight, then let us tell you that the nearest airport to Lonavala is Pune International Airport. It is around 70 km away from Lonavala and well connected with other major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore. From here you can hire a taxi or a cab or you can use local conveyance to reach your destination.
By Train: If you are going to travel via train to reach Lonavala, then you should know Lonavala has its own railway station. Which is well connected via rail to other major cities’ railway stations like Delhi, Mumbai, Pune.
By Road: If you have chosen a road trip to reach Lonavala, then let us tell you that being situated between Mumbai and Pune, this hill station is well connected with major cities like Khopoli, Karjat, Talegaon, and Dabhada. You can easily reach here by your own vehicle or public transport.
Famous Lonavala Places to Visit
Planning for the Lonavala trip? Then read this article to know about the famous places to visit in Lonavala. Here you will know about those hidden places in Lonavala, where tourists like to visit very much. Must add these places to your itinerary.
Bhushi Dam
Bhushi Dam is one of the beautiful places to visit in Lonavala for couples. it is also counted among the top picnic spot in Lonavala, where tourists like to visit with their family or loved ones. Here it is more fun to sit on the stairs and watch the water of the dam fall. Trust me you will never forget this view in your life. Whenever you will visit this place, just keep in mind to wear slippers. Although, you can get slippers on rent from here as well.
Don’t ever dare to bathe in the falling water of the dam after taking any kind of intoxication. The stones here are very slippery, and in the condition of intoxication, the chance of accident will increase. Other than that, you can have a lot of enjoyment here. Also, there are many shops here, from where you can enjoy tea, pakodas, and chikkis. If you want to see the real beauty of this Dam, then visit this place during the monsoon.
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Lonavala Lake
While going to Bhushi Lake, Lonavala Lake falls on the way. This lake is one of the beautiful Lonavala places to visit. Here you can spend a good time with your family or loved ones. Let us tell you the Lonavala Lake is just 3 km away from Lonavala and from Lonavala Lake Bhushi Dam is around 4 km away. So, if you are planning for a trip to Lonavala, then must add this place as one of the most famous picnic spots in Lonavala.
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Pawna Lake
If you want to make your Lonavala trip even more romantic and exciting, then must visit Pawna Lake. This is an artificial lake and is considered as one of the most popular places in Lonavala. Every year a number of tourists and locals come here for a picnic or to spend some quality time with their family and loved ones. This lake is just 15 km away from Lonavala.
The best thing about this lake is you will not see much crowd here. Most of the people visit this place to spend their time in peace with their family. If you live in Mumbai or Pune and want to spend your weekend in peace with your loved ones, then Pawna lake is the best option for you.
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Lohagad Fort
Lohagad Fort, which is 11 km away from Lonavala, is one of the best Lonavala places to visit in lockdown. It is one of the historic forts in India, which is located on the Sahyadri Hills in the Lonavala. Let us tell you this fort is at the height of 1050 meters above sea level and considered as the best place for trekking near Mumbai or Pune. If you are an adventure lover, then you can visit this place during your Lonavala trip. We are sure you will not disappoint after visiting this place.
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Tiger Point
The famous Tiger Point of Lonavala is one of the most beautiful places to visit in Lonavala. This place falls on the way to Aamby Valley, at a place called Kurvande. Tiger point is basically a hilltop from where you can enjoy the view of dense forest, beautiful waterfalls, mountains, greenery, and lakes. Let us tell you this place is just 12 km away from Lonavala. Must visit this place once with your friends and family.
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Parking Charges
- Bike Parking Rs 20
- Car Parking Rs 50
- Bus Parking Rs 100
Karla Cave
Karla Caves are among the best places for Lonavala Sightseeing, which is situated around 11 km away from Lonavala. This place is also counted among one of the main tourist places in Khandala. The main thing about this cave is, it is made in the same way as Ajanta Ellora Caves i.e., by cutting stones. In this beautiful cave, you will see Buddha statues on pillars and inscriptions written on it in Brahmi script. It will take you around 2-3 hours to see this full cave.
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Adlabs Imagica Theme Park
Adlabs Imagica is considered as one of the famous places to visit in Lonavala for Kids. It is located on the Mumbai and Pune Expressway near Khopoli. This theme park is opened in 2013 April and now it is counted among the top amusement parks in Lonavala and Maharashtra. This place is a one-stop-shop for kids, where they can enjoy multiple things. This Park is divided into three parts i.e., theme park, snow park, and water park. So, you can say that this is the place where you can enjoy your weekend with your family.
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- Theme Park Timing is 10:30 am – 8 pm
- Water Park Timing is 10:30 am – 7 pm
- Snow Park Timing is 10:30 am – 7 pm
Entry Fee
- Children’s Charges Rs 599 (Between 3-5 yrs.)
- For Senior Citizens Rs 699 (Above 60)
- For Adults Rs 999 (One Time Entry to all 26 rides)
- Rs 1299 for Unlimited Entry to all 26 Rides
- Rs 1999 for Unlimited Rides, and Unlimited Lunch and Dinner
Rajmachi Point
Rajmachi Point is one of the best places to visit in Lonavala, which is located on the Pune-Mumbai highway, around 6 km away from the Lonavala Railway Station. This place got its name Rajmachi Point because Chattarpati Shivaji’s Rajmachi Fort is just situated opposite this point. From this point, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the valley and waterfalls. There is also a temple and a beautiful park here, where you can enjoy with your children. Due to the beauty of this place, filmmakers also like this place very much and they shoot their films here. Trust me guys, visiting this place will be one of the best things to do in Lonavala.
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