On the western side of India, Maharashtra is the third largest state in India. known as the green state, Maharashtra is a multicultural hub that has an array of offerings. Be it beaches, caves, historic spots, fashionable cities, tradition, and culture, the state offers it all. Amongst the offerings, Maharashtra is home to many beautiful hill stations that provide travellers with an opportunity to experience nature at its best. Below is a list of top hill stations you should visit. Train, bus or car can reach them along with which they have great options of hotels that you can choose from.

Lonavala

Lonavala is the most visited hill station for people living in Mumbai or Pune. Just a 2-hour ride from Mumbai, Lonavala has a special place for people who want to get a quick break. With a lot of waterfalls, hiking points, caves, and hilltops, Lonavala is a paradise for people wanting to go for a hike or just explore the beauty. On your visit, don’t forget to try the famous Maganlal Chikki and the chocolate fudge.

Matheran

Surrounded by the green Sahyadri hills, Matheran is at a height of 803 m above sea level. Matheran is Maharashtra’s only eco-friendly hill station where cars and other vehicles are banned.  You can enjoy clean air, crisp sky and wonderful weather. Having several viewpoints, on your visit you can see spectacular views of hills and green landscapes.

Mahabaleshwar

I consider Mahabaleshwar the best hill station in Maharashtra. A photographer’s dream, Mahabaleshwar is at a height of 4500 ft above sea level. Tourists flock to see spectacular views that can be seen from the Elephant point, Falkland point and Arther seat. Mahabaleshwar was the summer capital of the old Bombay Presidency. On your visit, you can still see mansions built during the British days that are still well maintained.

Panchgani

Panchgani is known as the land of the five hills – Gadavli, Khingar, Taighat, Dhandegar and Amral. With a pleasant climate almost throughout the year, Panchgani attracts tourists for its dense forests, lush green landscape and waterfalls. Panchgani has a beautiful old-school charm that Parsi and British buildings can reflect.

Malshej Ghat

Malshej Ghat is a place that attracts all adventure lovers. Kalyan Nagar Road, this place attracts tourists during the monsoon season. On your visit here, you can visit explore forts on the hills and famous old temples. You can also try various adventure activities like trekking, waterfall rappelling, bird watching and hiking,

Khandala

Another popular getaway, Khandala is also a beloved hill station loved by all. Khandala also offers enchanting views, trekking paths, hills, and caves. When you Khandala do visit Lohagad Fort, Kune Waterfall, Bushi Lake, Singroba Temple, Bhaja and Karla Caves, and Duke’s nose to see some gorgeous history and beautiful views.

To get away from the daily hustle and bustle of the city, hill stations attract travellers either for a weekend getaway or for a fun-filled time with close ones. To get away from the sultry hot and humid weather, hill stations become that perfect place for you to enjoy cool weather, breathe fresh clean air and rejuvenate. Maharashtra offers great hill stations that provide travellers with a lot of options from which they can choose. Any that you choose, you will be sure to have a great time.