Guided Heritage Walk Tour in Shimla

4.8 (41 reviews) 3 hours Private tour

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Christ Church — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Indian Institute of advance study — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Shimla is the most fabulous hill station of India, well-known for its unique beauty and serenity. The landscape at a height of approximately 7200 feet (2200 meters) has a number of attractions, that will tell you a lot about the region. During the walk you will explore a number of old buildings, such as Gaiety Theater, General Post Office, Bantony, Betink’s Castle, Imperial Bank, Railway Board Building, Gorton Castle, Knockdrin, Kennedy Cottage,Cecil Hotel, and the Indian Institute of Advanced Study.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Himachal Bylocals

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–4 years) · Adults (5–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Walking Tour
Included: Bottled water
Included: Local English Speaking Guide
Included: One way walk tour from Christ church to Indian Institute of Advance study

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off is not included
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: No Transport cost is included from Indian Institute of Advance study to Hotel or Christ church.You have to arrange by own
Not included: Entrance fees: Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex + The Indian Institute of Advanced Study (IIAS) for Foreign Tourist
Not included: Meal

Itinerary

Christ Church

10 min

Our guide will meet you at maine entry gate of church.
The Mall

15 min

Mall road is the main Street in shimla.constructed during British colonial.Your heritage walk will start from here.
Shimla Heritage Walk

3 hours Admission not included

Shimla acts as a hub for India's tourism sector. It is also home to a number of colleges and research institutions as well as multiple temples and palaces. The city's buildings are styled in the Tudorbethan and neo-Gothic architectures dating from the colonial era.

The heritage walk starts from the Christ Church,which is located at the western shoulder of Jakhu Hill and east towards the Viceregal Lodge. Shimla has a number of places to visit. Local hangouts like The Mall and The Ridge are in the heart of the city. Most of the heritage buildings in the city are preserved in their original 'Tudorbethan' architecture. The former Viceregal Lodge, which now houses the Indian Institute of Advanced Study, and Wildflower Hall, now a luxury hotel, are some of the famous ones.

During the walk your guide will take you through a number of old buildings such as Gaiety theatre, General Post Office, Imperial Bank, Railway Board Building, Gorton Castle, Knockdrin, Kennedy Cottage, Cecil Hotel,and Viceregal Lodge and you will find every building has a different style of architecture with many stories of the past. Your guide will narrate various facts and history about the old buildings as you enjoy the nature walk.

The last point of your heritage walk is the Indian Institute of Advanced Study. After learning about Shimla history your tour ends and you can take local transportation by own expense
Indian Institute of Advanced Study

25 min Admission not included

Here your trip will comes end.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Christ Church, Shimla, Ridge To US Club, The Mall, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh 171001, India
Main Gate of Christ Church shimla.

End point

Indian institute of Advanced study Shimla

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

If you cancel	You get back
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions