Places to See in Bhimtal

Over 14 tourist spots, attractions, activities and places to see in Bhimtal.

There are various sightseeing and places of interest in and around Bhimtal that can be visited with family and friends. Along with Nainital, tourists also make sure to visit Bhimtal as it is less crowded, more peaceful than Nainital. One of the highlights of Bhimtal is the small aquarium at the centre of the lake. It is a popular destination among the honeymoon couples.

Check out 14 tourist spots in Bhimtal where travellers can spend their leisure time. Explore the hidden gems of Bhimtal through this well-researched list, learn about the most happening places, things to do, activities, attractions and famous picnic spots for a memorable vacation in Bhimtal.

Garg Parwat

Garg Parwat

1 kms from city center
Garg Parvat is a pristine hillock located near Bhimeshwar temple which is revered by the Hindus. This luscious terrain is adorned in the beauteous Kumaon region of Uttarakhand. Garg Parvat is the source of Gargi River al...
Nal Damyanti Tal

Nal Damyanti Tal

2 kms from city center
Nal Damyanti Tal is a small natural lake located about 2 km from Bhimtal. This placid lake is besieged with natural foliage and is considered to be sacred by the locals. Having shallow waters, Nal Damyanti Tal is a ...
Hidimba Parvat

Hidimba Parvat

5 kms / 24 mins from city center
Hidimba Parvat is a lush green terrain located at a favorable distance of 5 km from Bhimtal. The hillock has been named after a demon called Hidimba, the wife of Bheema one of the Pandava brothers from the famous mytholo...
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Aquarium Island Cafe Bhimtal

Aquarium Island Cafe Bhimtal

1 kms from city center
Exploration Time 1 hr
Located at the heart of the Bhimtal Lake, Aquarium Island Cafe is a unique concept with one of its kind cafe in the middle of the lake with an aquarium inside. The aquarium is a home to the fishes from countries like Sou...
Bhimtal Lake

Bhimtal Lake

1.2 kms from city center
Bhimtal is a picturesque lake located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. Named after the legendary Bhima of Mahabharata, Bhimtal is a beautiful lake centered amidst green mountains.You can enjoy stroll around the l...
Butterfly Research Centre

Butterfly Research Centre

1.5 kms / 4 mins from city center
The Butterfly Research Centre is located on a hillock near the Bhimtal Lake and houses the fourth largest butterfly and moth reference collection in India. Of the approximately 1300 species of butterflies to be found in ...
Bhimeshwar Mahadev Temple

Bhimeshwar Mahadev Temple

1.2 kms / 4 mins from city center
Named after the powerful Mahabharata character Bhim, Bhimeshwar Mahadev Temple is situated at Bhimtal. According to the Skandpurana, once upon a time Bheem travelled to Himalayas all by himself....
Karkotaka Temple

Karkotaka Temple

2.6 kms / 9 mins from city center
Named after a mythical cobra, Karkotaka hills are quite well known for the Nag Temple and are visited by thousands of pilgrims who come here to worship the serpent god, Nag Karkotaka Maharaja on the event of Rishi Pancha...
Victoria Dam

Victoria Dam

0.2 km from city center
Exploration Time 1 hr
Victoria dam is located at one end of Bhimtal Lake and has terraced flower gardens that are placed on either side of the dam. A 17th century historic Bhimeshwar temple located next to the dam attracts hordes of people du...
Folk Culture Museum

Folk Culture Museum

Exploration Time 1 hr
This museum is a must visit place of Bhimtal. Popularly known as ‘Lok Sanskriti Sangrahalaya’, this private museum was founded by Dr. Yashodhar Mathpal in 1983 and presents valuable artifacts and a treasure of old ph...
Hanuman Garhi

Hanuman Garhi

Hanuman Garhi is located some 3.5 kms from the Tallital or South End bus stop, at an altitude of 6,401 ft above sea level. Lord Hanuman – the monkey god of the epic Ramayana is the main deity of the temple. ...
Garud Tal

Garud Tal

Garud Tal is one of the seven lakes of Sattal which are interconnected. The name of these seven lakes is Purna Tal, Ram Tal, Sita Tal, Lakshman Tal, Nal Damyanti Tal, Sukha Tal, and Garud Tal. Sattal is mysteriously conn...
Devasthal Observatory

Devasthal Observatory

Exploration Time
Devasthal observatory is located  in the district of Nainital, Kumaon region of Uttarakhand, India. The literal meaning of the place is "abode of god". The observatory is situated in the Kumaon Himalayas at an altit...
Dhanachuli

Dhanachuli

Dhanachuli is a tiny hamlet perched at an elevation of 7,000 feet above sea level located only few km from Mukteshwar in Uttarakhand. The town is blessed with scenic grandeur and is located only 26 km from Bhimtal. One c...
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Bhimtal With Nainital 3 Nights
4 Days / 3 Nights
₹ 14,000    ₹13,500
Weekend Trip To Bhimtal 2 Nights
3 Days / 2 Nights
₹ 9,500    ₹9,500
Bhimtal With Nainital Ranikhet 4 Nights
5 Days / 4 Nights
₹ 16,900    ₹16,900
Road Trips of Uttarakhand
Multiple
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