- Jammu and Kashmir sightseeing spans the valley and the Jammu region.
- Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Pahalgam are the valley must-sees.
- Jammu adds temples and Vaishno Devi in Katra.
- Group the sights by area to save driving time.
Jammu and Kashmir sightseeing covers an enormous range, from lakes and ski meadows to temples and pilgrimage sites. Knowing the highlights helps you build a trip that flows well.
This guide lists the top places and how to group them sensibly.
What are the top Jammu and Kashmir sightseeing spots?
In Kashmir: Srinagar, Gulmarg, Sonmarg and Pahalgam. In Jammu: the temples and Katra for Vaishno Devi.
These are the anchors of almost every itinerary, and most trips string together several of them.
What should you see in Srinagar?
Dal Lake, the Mughal gardens, the old city and a Shikara ride.
Srinagar deserves a day or two of its own before you head out to the meadows. See our Srinagar itinerary.
What are the meadow highlights?
Gulmarg's gondola, Sonmarg's glacier and Pahalgam's river valleys.
Each is a separate day trip from Srinagar, in a different direction, so plan one per day.
How do you cover Jammu too?
Add Katra for Vaishno Devi and travel to Kashmir by the new train.
See our Vaishno Devi Kashmir tour guide. General information is on the J&K Department of Tourism.
Plan your sightseeing
Browse all our Kashmir tour packages by length and theme.
Have a question about planning your trip? Message us on WhatsApp or contact our Kashmir team for a free itinerary.
