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Top Places to Visit in Gulmarg — Travel Guide
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Top Places to Visit in Gulmarg — Travel Guide

1 min read · 15 Jul 2026

Gulmarg is one of Jammu and Kashmir's notable destinations, with a mix of heritage, nature, and culture worth building a visit around. Here are the top places to explore.

Gulmarg Gondola

One of the highest cable cars in the world, carrying visitors up towards Apharwat Peak in two dramatic stages.

Apharwat Peak

A high-altitude viewpoint reached via the gondola's second stage, offering skiing in winter and sweeping mountain views year-round.

Gulmarg Golf Course

One of the highest golf courses in the world, set against a backdrop of snow-capped peaks in summer.

St. Mary's Church

A quaint colonial-era church surrounded by pine forest, a peaceful stop amid Gulmarg's meadows.

Location Guide

From: Gulmarg, Jammu and Kashmir

Safety Guide

The gondola's second stage can close due to weather or high winds — check operational status before planning your day around it. Warm clothing is necessary even in summer at higher points.

Frequently Asked Questions

Generally May to September offers the most accessible weather and open roads in this high-altitude region, with winter bringing heavy snow and road closures — check current conditions before you travel.

One to two days is usually enough to cover the main attractions listed here at a relaxed pace, depending on how far outlying sites are from the town centre, plus time for altitude acclimatisation where relevant.

Most destinations in this region are best visited between October and March, when the weather is cool and comfortable for sightseeing. Summers (April-June) can be quite hot, and the monsoon (July-September) brings lush greenery but also slippery conditions at hill, fort, and cave sites — always check local conditions before you travel.

Gulmarg is accessible by road, with verified local vehicle owners on MeraYatri offering self-drive and with-driver cars, SUVs, and tempo travelers, as well as by regular public bus and train services to the nearest major town.

Yes — verified local owners list vehicles serving Gulmarg on MeraYatri. Check the "Vehicles" section on this page, or search for rides to Gulmarg directly on the site.

Yes, with reasonable precautions — see the Safety Guide section on this page for specific tips to keep in mind before and during your trip.

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