February is a wonderful month for all wanderlust people out there who are actually willing to wander in India. A month when winters are going to set down and spring leaves with wonderful cherry blossoms are seen. Many cultural events are seen in this month and Valentine’s week makes it more special to travel around with your loving partner.

So are you looking for the best places in India to visit in February? Here go some awesome places to visit, make your mood delightful and pack your bags to get into the travel zone. 

1. Goa 

Goa is the topmost state when it comes to party spots. Many events and live shows take place in Goa as it attracts many tourists. The Goa carnival is one of the most beautiful things to experience when travelers come in February. Couples can enjoy their time at Goa beach and enjoying their party time in the club.

Places to visit – Calangute beach (try parasailing), seaquarium (play with dolphins), Todo waterfalls (trek with friends/alone), Kayaking, enjoy sunset view in Palolem beach, various forts which can attract historians.

Famous for -  Nightlife, pubbing, Beaches, historical monuments, café.

Temperature level -  26°C 

2. Mumbai

Mumbai is also known as the city of dreams where dreams are cherished and even fulfilled. Usually, the temperature rises here but in February the temperature is set to a good level making travelers attracted to this city even travelers with a foodie nature can travel to Mumbai. From shopping to the nightlife enjoyments there is so much that Mumbai can offer a tourist.

Places to visit –  Gateway of India (photo session), Marine drive, Elephanta caves, Siddhivinayak Temple, Essel world and Imagica, Chhatrapati Shivaji terminus.

Famous for – Street food, Architecture buildings, Ganesh Utsav, Beaches, clubbing.

Temperature level -  12-19°C 

3. Rajasthan 

Rajasthan is a city for riots invoking colours, spectacular sand dunes, palaces, valor, and pride. Beautifully architected with Indian historical memories designed in the forts that usually attract travelers and holidaymakers. Various cities that can be traveled such as pink city, The golden city, the historic city and many more. 

Places to visit  – Hawa Mahal, City Palace of Udaipur, Lake Pichola, Bhangarh fort, Amer, Chokhi Dhani, Masala Chowk

Famous for -  historical forts, shopping, Rajasthani thali (food), adventurous things (paintballs), sand dune drives, camel rides.

Temperature level - 18°C

4. Assam 

In February, Assam is covered with thick trees and the Brahmaputra river sailing down taking the aroma of wonderful tea. Assam is a wonderful north-eastern state in India which every Indian dreams to travel. Best wildlife sanctuaries, aromatic tea which brings the wanderers come all the way to explore this city. 

Places to visit  – Kaziranga national park (visit one-horned rhinos), Kamakhya Temple, Assam state zoo, Majuli island, Panimoor falls, Hajo, Haflong (hill station)

Famous for -  Hillstation, Variety of tea, shopping, Aloo Pitika ( famous food in Assam), wildlife sanctuaries.

Temperature level – 20°C  

5. Punjab 

Punjab has many travel spots in which a tourister gets attracted. This city is known for its food and a religious temple where people get peace when they go to the golden temple. This city has forts,religional temples, zoological parks and various trek spots.

Places to visit– Golden temple , Phillaur fort, rose garden, Devi talab mandir, Mukteshwar mahadev temple, Elysee palace and many more forts to see.

Famous for – Forts,palaces, lassi, regional places, zoological parks.

Temperature -  22°C | 72°F

6. Uttarakhand 

This city is known for hindu pilgrimage sites. It often hosts Ganga aartis.It is also famous for hill station and sanctuaries and trek mountains. The various well known destinations are Nainital,Mussoorie. Tourists who love snowfall are always welcomed in this city in the month of February.

Places to visit -  Binsar,Mussoorie, auli,Jim Corbett National park,chamoli, Ranikhet,Munsiyar, Kedarnath trek ,Tehri lake festival,rishikesh,Chakrata and many more

 Famous for -  Treks, hillside views, shopping, festival enjoyment. 

Temperature level – 7°C to 21°C

7. Bangalore 

Bangalore which is now known as Bengaluru is one of the international courtesy destination for the IT arena. This city is not only famous for tech hubs but also for tourist spots too. The delight for vacationers to enjoy the mild climate  from busy markets and beautiful gardens to  serene lakes and glitzy shopping malls.

Places to visit – Lalbagh Botanical garden, ISCON temple,Bannerghatta National park, Wonder la (for fun), Commercial street and brigade road (shopping), Nandi hills ( for adventurous trip), Art of living centre. 

Famous for -  Tech hubs, wildlife visits, heritage temples, garden cities.

Temperature level – 20°C

8. Thekkady

This place is for the tourists who want to spend their time  amidst the beauty of nature and wildlife. In south elephant safaris are pretty adventurous not only for kids but also for adults. Martial arts and the beauty of lakes are seen in this place.

Places to visit - Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Abraham’s Spice Garden, Mangla Devi Temple, Thekkady lake, nature walks, spice plantations,Periyar wildlife sanctuary ( elephant safari)

Famous for – Kalaripayattu (martial art form), elephant rides, religious temple, sanctuaries

Temperature level – 17°C

9. Gulmarg 

This is a place in jammu and kashmir.The cozy hotels with kashmiri cuisine and winter activities in Gulmarg makes it. Perfect tourist destination. This spot is known for skiing and many snow sports in this winter month.

 Places to visit –  Gondola ride, Khilanmarg (exploring),Apharwat peak (trekking), Golf course (golfing), Biosphere reserve (bird watching)

Famous for – snow sports 

Temperature level – 1°C - 3°C

10. New Delhi

This state will always amaze you with great sights to see with a cup of tea in freezing weather. This is mainly for clubbing ,bars and enjoying the nightlife.

Places to visit – Red fort, chandni chowk (street foods), Humayun’s Tomb(historical place), Nehru planetarium (Learn about planets,stars), India gate, Akshardham temple.

Famous for -  Nightlife, bar 

Temperature level – 11°C 

11. Coorg 

A hill station which usually attracts many tourists  as this is filled with glens and green hills with cool breeze following dense foliage of forests . It will surely make you chill and relaxed.

Places to visit – Abbey and Iruppu falls, Nagarhole national park, Raja’s seat ,Mullayanagiri (trekking),Namdroling Monastery, Coffee plantation. 

Famous for - Juicy pulpy oranges,local chocolate and homemade wines. also famous for rainforests and spices.

Temperature – 8-10°C

12. Puri

This is an ancient city in Odisha known for its great jagannath Temple,many pristine beaches offer a great relaxation for the tourists. The resorts,masseurs,breaking waves in the depth of sea of bay of bengal and holy fragrance in the cool weather attracts the tourists to scout to this tourist divine destination.

Places to visit - Jagannath temple(worshipping), Ananda bazar ( Largest food market in the world), Gundicha Mandir, Balighai beach, Chilka lake(largest brackish water lake in asia).

Famous for - Rath yatra, Jaggannath temple, Longest golden beach

Temperature - 10℃ - 18℃

13. Kodaikanal

It is the most mesmerising hill station in Tamil nadu with beautiful granite cliffs,birds chirping in thick forest, lakes and falls with glitter in water and breeze touching the green hills. The evergreen forest here is filled with hikers,rowers of boats, cyclists and trekkers in the hilltop holiday. 

Places to visit - Kodai lake surrounded by Palani hills, coaker’s walk,Silver Cascade falls, Berijam lake,Kurinji Andavar temple, Chettiar park road, Thalaiyar falls and many more are loaded with peace and charm to tourists.

Famous for - star shaped kodai lake, shopping and trekking

Temperature - 23℃ / 11℃

14. Gujarat

This is a dry state with many mesmerising temples,parks and it is mostly famous for lions. a state where hindu god Lord krishna built his own mini state popularly known as Dwakadhish temple. When you are in this state it is more obvious to try Khaman,dhokla with jalebi,fafda(special food items). 

Places to visit - Kankaria lake, sabarmati ashram ( mahatma gandhi’s place), Lukshmi vilas palace (visit castes and architectural buildings), Amaazia water park, Sabarmati riverfront, Adalaj step well, akshardham temple, Rann of kutch(white dessert), gir forest(visit asiatic lions)

Famous for - traditional clothing,colourful handicrafts,festivals and culture.

Temperature - 50℉

15. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

A beautiful union territory with a good environment and silence with small tourist sites including lakes,temples, gardens, parks, night walk place and dam.

Places to visit - Dudhni lake, Swaminarayan temple, Nakshatra garden, Deer park, Vanganga lake garden, Riverfront (for night walks and to see night beauty), Silvassa vasona lion safari.

Famous for - Tarpa festival, water sport activities

Temperature level - 24.2℃ 

16. Agra

A perfect holiday spot for couples who are wanderlust and for travellers who are keen to enjoy the beauty of historical monuments and forts with boat rides and chilling with dolphins. From interacting with elephants to having peace in monuments, this place has everything that every tourister will enjoy.

Places to visit- Taj mahal, taj museum, mehtab bagh, akbar’s tomb, mughal gardens, agra fort,Taj mahotsav(10 day event in shilpgram)

Famous for - majestic gardens, various UNESCO world heritage sites, great shopping destinations.

Temperature - 26℃ / 10℃

17. Alleppey

The houseboat ride on the backwaters will be lush in Alleppey. The rich paddy fields and coconut groves along the edges. With the beginning of February, the peak winter is over. This will allow the land to get greener. In addition, the place will be pleasantly warm for you to explore all the regions in and around Alleppey.

Places to visit - backwater houseboat cruise, sunset at Pozhiyoram,ayurvedic massage,krishnapuram palace(visit),marari beach, karumadikuttan statue,temple car festival at chettikulangara temple.

Famous for - ayurvedic massages, water sports, religious places.

Temperature - 24.0℃

18. Kochi

It is a southern part in india - as south is known for the god’s place,this is a place blessed with god's beauty one side surrounded with arrabian sea and other side filled with beauty of mountains.

Places to visit - Kochi biennale festival, Cherai beach,Mattancherry palace(dutch palace), Fort Kochi(fishing with chinese fishing nets),Jewish synagogue,willingdon island,veeranpuzzha backwater and many more.

Famous for - historical fortification, ruins of old palatial buildings, sightseeing.

Temperature - 32℃/24℃

19. Pallakad

This place is known as one of the famous destination in february as in this month this place celebrates its cultural events which are worth seeing, thus enjoying the puppet show,bull race, folk art forms and many more.

Places to visit - Chettiulangara Bharani temple fair, pariyanampetta pooram festival,Malampuzha dam,palakkad fort,Managalam dam, Silent valley national park,Nelliyampathy hills.

Famous for - various dams, lakes, boat racing, bull racing, regional places.

Temperature - 19.1℃

20. Kumarakom

This is a backwater destination which is close to kottayam,kerala. This place is mainly for bird watching, enjoying the boat rides and spotting birds closely and having romantic dates and lushfull photography of nature.

 Places to visit -Kumarakom bird sanctuary,Bay island museum,Pathiramanal island,Vagamon,aruvikuzzi falls,vembanad lake 

Famous for - sightseeing, trekking, loving the nature

Temperature - 28℃

21. Yercaud 

This is a beautiful hill station located in tamil nadu.this is a tranquil place which is a good place for nature enthusiasts. Even adventurous people can make a way to this place for trekking.

Places to visit - Emerald lake,Killiyur falls,Pagoda point,Bear cave,Botanical garden, silk farm,Lady’s seat, anna park

Famous for - sightseeing, boating,trekking,strolling,photography, flower shows

Temperature- 27℃/13℃

22. Nashik

Tourists with wine enthusiasts,it's your time to visit Nashik as this place has heights of grape cultivation. Big events are organised in the month of february.The mild climate in nashik is pretty comfortable for the travellers to travel in this place.

Places to visit - Sula fest,Harihar fort, saptshrungi,Brahmagiri hills, kalaram temple,Yolk winery and tasting room, Dudhsagar falls, Nashik caves, Trimbakeshwar temple.

Famous for- treks, winery products, fests,regional places.

Temperature - 31℃

23. Ziro

A small place in Arunachal pradesh with evergreen nature sights with lush greenery and clear blue sky makes it a perfect look. spotting birds and animals is mostly a very adventurous thing. trekking out in their mountains and having chilly water.

Places to visit - train fish farm, paddy cultivation,Shivling, kile pakho,Talley talley wildlife sanctuary,meghna cave temple, dolo mando (trekking).

Famous for - trekking, bird sightseeing, water sporting, spiritual peace.

Temperature -  14℃

24. Siang river rafting

An adventurous place where tourists who love to risk themselves or tourists who love to water sport can go. This is mainly for river rafting. River Siang gives you grade 3 and grade 4 level river rafts, trekking and angling.

Places to visit - Daying ering wildlife sanctuary,Pangin,Kekar monying,Komsing.

Famous for - Watersports, trekking, bird watching.

Temperature - 14℃

25. Kullu and Manali

This is the most visited hill station in North India.It is blessed with verdant greenery with flower blossoms and pristine streams with pleasant climate.The trekking trails,waterfalls, religious places and many other destinations draw couples and travellers to this hill station.

Places to visit - Hadimba temple,Manali gompa,Arjun gufa,Great himalayan national park,Naggar castle, Rohtang pass,Raghunath temple, Friendship peak.

Famous for - trekking, divine destinations, wildlife sanctuaries.

Temperature- 20.8℃

26. Dehradun

The travelers and couples have been attracted to the most beautiful sight of Dehradun ie. tree coving with the hills, snow-capped Himalayan peaks, and churches, summer palaces from the British era.

Places to visit -Buddha temple, Mindrolling monastery, Shikhar falls, robbers cave doon valley, Dehradun zoo.

Famous for - zoological parks, churches, temples, and valleys.

Temperature - 23℃

27.Dalhousie 

This is one of the popular places for solo travelers apart from families and couple travelers. The snow-capped mountains and pine-clad valleys bring beauty to this place.

Places to visit -Panch Pulla, St. John’s Church, Satdhara Falls, St. Francis’ Church, Kalatop Wildlife Sanctuary, Dainkund Peak, Chamunda Devi Temple, Khajjiar, Barapatthar Hill, Subhash Baoli, Sach Pass, and Ganji Pahari.

Famous for - snow sports 

Temperature - 12℃

28. Nainital

This place seems to have a mental peace place with a spectacular view of forests and valleys with a centre grabbing attention of the lake. The snow in winters make it a mesmerizing look.

Places to visit - Mall road,Naini lake,Naina devi temple,Snow view point,Kilbury road.

Famous for- trekking, snow sports

Temperature - 11.2℃

29. Mathura and Vrindavan

These are the most religious place to visit in North India. Pilgrims travel here throughout the year but there is a flood of pilgrims when Holi and Janmashtami are celebrated as it is a cultural event organized in this place.

Places to visit - Krishna Balram temple, Dwakadhish temple, Kans quila, Mathura Museum, Shri Krishna Janam bhumi temple.

Famous for - religious temples

Temperature - 24℃

30. Lucknow 

This is also known as the city of nawabs which has historical monuments,mosques,temples and many more ancient things which a historical traveller would love to see.

Places to visit -Chandrika Devi temple, Indira Gandhi Planetarium, Jama masjid,Rumi darwaza,Aminabad market,Amrapali water park

Famous for -Waterparks, monuments, ppalaces, historical buildings.

Temperature - 27℃

31. Sawai Madhopur

This place is not only known for its wildlife, but also for its historical importance. The rich and magnificent Ranthambore Fort and other historical monuments.

places to visit – Ranthambore Tiger reserve, Malik Talao, padam talab, national chambal sanctuary (birds visit ).

Famous for – Guavas ( fruits), a large population of tigers.

Temperature – 19°c (avg. 66° F)

32. Shekhawati

It is a historical region located in the NE part of Rajasthan. It's mostly for an art lover, someone who’s into architecture and history. This place is worth visiting, the view of this place is beautiful.

places to visit – historic sites ( cenotaph of sardul singh), a baisa’s adventures, seth ram gopal poddar chhatri.

Famous for – heritage, architecture full of fresco painting  (open air art gallery).

Temperature – 27°c / 10°c 

33. Ludhiana

It is a large city located in Punjab. It is mostly famous for its big buildings and industries. They have international brands of things and satisfy the demand of major domestic and international brands.

places to visit – Gurudwara Nanaksar Jagraon, malls, rakh bagh park.

Famous for – shawls and stoles, mbd malls, best clothing.

Temperature – 15°c

34. Jaisalmer

It’s a former medieval trading center and a princely state.It is also known as the golden city. It is distinguished by its yellow sandstone architecture. 

places to visit – gadsisar lake, patwon ki haveli, bada bagh, tanot.

Famous for – forts, historic temples, colourful bazaars, blue lakes, camel rides and delicious cuisine 

Temperature – 28°c

35. Jodhpur

It is a city in the thar desert of NW of Rajasthan. Its 15th century Mehrangarh Fort is a former place that’s now a museum, paintings, weapons and sedan chairs.

 places to visit – Jaswant thada, Rao jodha desert rock park.

Famous for – historic kingdom of Marwar, palaces, forts, dessert and temples

Temperature – 28.2 °c

36. Prayagraj

Allahabad is officially known as prayagraj. It’s a metropolis in UP. Prayagraj is the most populous district in UP.

 places to visit – it is the holiest city, besides it is worth visiting for the Kumbh Mela (held once in 12 years ).

Famous for the – museum, the new Yamuna bridge, Anand Bhawan, Kumbh Mela and Sangam.

Temperature – 28°c / 12°c.

37. Sikkim

It is located in the northeast of india. It has many beautiful palaces, buddhist sites and monasteries.

Places to visit – gangtok, pelling are some popular destinations to visit in sikkim

Famous for – its biodiversity, alpine, subtropical climates, snowy mountains, culture.

Temperature – 13°c

38. Vizag

Vizag is also known as Visakhapatnam, located in Andhrapradesh. It's known for its many beaches, submarines, museums, temples (elaborate kali temples).

Places to visit – borra caves, submarine museum, Kailasa Giri, rishikonda, yarada.

Famous for – dolphins, tribes, Indira Gandhi zoological park, simhachalam temple.

Temperature – 31° C / 20 °C

39. Dandeli

It is a town in the western state of India, Karnataka. A natural habitat of wildlife, including tigers, black panthers, leopards, gaur, etc.

Places to visit – sanctuaries, national park, bamboo crafts items, shopping malls.

Famous for – wildlife animals, river rafting, adventures.

Temperature – 33.2 °C

40. Kalimpong

It’s a Hilltown in west Bengal. It can be visited any time of the year. The weather is most of the time brilliant and bright. It is surely a honeymoon destination.

Places to visit – kurseong, Darjeeling, mirik, Siliguri.

Famous for – hill station, owning several avenues for adventures in the region.

Temperature – 13°C

41. Darjeeling

It is located in West Bengal, the northernmost part. It has famous Darjeeling hill station tea. Foods like momos, thukpa, alundum, and traditional Nepali thali are famous in this district.

Places to visit – tiger hill, batasia loop, ropeway.

Famous for – tea industry, hilly areas, 3rd highest mountain in the world, Kangchenjunga.

Temperature – 21°C 

42. Khajuraho

It is a group of monuments – Hindu, Jain temples in chhatarpur district. They are UNESCO world heritage sites. 

Places to visit – light and sound show, dulhadev temple, Kandariya Mahadev temple.

Famous for – temples, nagara – styles architectural symbolism and their erotic sculptures.

Temperature – 27°C

43. Varanasi

It is a city located in Uttar Pradesh. Regarded as the spiritual capital of  India. The city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges river's sacred waters.

Places to visit – dasaswamedh ghat, assi ghat, dhamek, manikarnika ghat.

Famous for – muslin and silk fabrics, perfumes, ivory works.

Temperature – 27°C

44. Kolkata

It’s the capital of west Bengal. Founded as an east India company trading post. It's also home to the mother house whose tomb is on site. 

Places to visit – victoria memorial, Howrah bridge, temples

Famous for – Bengali foods, love of literature, trams, football.

Famous for – 29°C  

45. Mahabaleshwar

It is a hill station area. It features several elevated viewing points such as Arthurs seat. A waterfall tumbles off a sheer cliff. 5 rivers meet at Panch Ganges.

Places to visit – elephant's head point, chinamans falls, dhobi waterfall, Venna, Arthurs seat.

Famous for – strawberry, raspberries, home jellies, honey, jams and more.

Temperature – 28°C

46. Munnar

It’s a town in Kerala in western ghats of India. A hill station and former resort for British raj elite, surrounded by rolling hills dotted with tea plantations.

Places to visit – attukal waterfalls, tata tea museum, top station, kundala lake.

Famous for – hill station

Temperature – 30.4 °C  

47. Shimla

It’s a city in Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalayan foothills. It's also known for handicraft shops that line the mall, a pedestrian avenue.

Places to visit – shail peak is one of the most beautiful tourist attractions. Lakkar Bazaar, trekking, camp under stars.

Famous for – holiday retreat during summers, honeymoon spot.

Temperature – 6°C

48. Nagaur

It has a huge mineral resource. It is located in Rajasthan.it is the birthplace of Meera and Abul Fazal.

Places to visit – Meera bai temple, the fort of the hooded cobra, dadhimati, Mata temple 

Famous for – spices, temples, heritage 

Temperature – 18°C

49. Pushkar

It is a town bordering the Thar desert. Pushkar lake is a sacred Hindu site with 52 stone staircases where pilgrims bathe.

Places to visit – Pushkar lake, Varaha temple, Pushkar camel fair.

Famous for – annual fair ( camel fair ) featuring a trading fete of cattle, horses and camels.

Temperature – 19°C 

50. Bir

It is a rural village located west of Joginder Nagar Valley in Himachal Pradesh. It's also the location of the Bir Tibetan colony.

Places to visit – paragliding in Bir billing, chokling monastery, gunehar waterfall, Bir market.

Famous for – bir billing, camping, spiritual studies and meditations.

Temperature – 15°C / 5°C