Enjoy a 2-hour walking tour, where each step takes you deeper into the city’s colonial past and its rise as the summer capital of India.
With an expert guide by your side, you’ll uncover fascinating stories about Shimla’s history, from its British colonial roots to its transformation over the years.
Choose between two time slots—10 AM to 12 PM or 4 PM to 6 PM—to explore Shimla's legacy at your convenience.
Learn about the historical significance of famous colonial-era landmarks such as Rashtrapati Niwas, Gorton Castle, and St. Michael's Cathedral.
Shimla's Colonial Walking Tour is a guided tour of the city's rich history and colonial architecture. This two-hour tour takes you from Rashtrapati Niwas to the Himalayan Bird Park and Himachal State Museum, where an expert guide will tell you fascinating stories. Explore prominent colonial-era sites such as the Shimla Vidhan Sabha and Gorton Castle, which are known for their neogothic architecture. Your guide will also talk about the significance of the Shimla-Kalka Railway Track and the history of St. Michael's Cathedral.
Activity Duration: 2 hours
Activity Timings: 10 to 12 AM and 4 to 6 PM
Meeting Point: Entrance Gate of Rashtrapati Nivas, Chaura Maidan Road, Shimla
Ending Point: Kalibari Temple, Shimla