Guwahati Honeymoon Packages

Millions of travelers visit the city throughout the year and particularly enjoy visiting many of its amazing attractions like the Kamakhya Temple, Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, Guwahati Zoo, and the Umananda Island. Guwahati is also home to the silk industry and if you or your partner love shopping, you are in for a treat.

5 Places To Visit In Guwahati

The best places that should be a part of your itinerary while visiting Guwahati are:

1. Kamakhya Temple

What’s Special: Religious place, worshipping grounds

Nearby Attractions: Umananda temple, Assam State Museum

Timings: 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM

Major Attractions: NA

Distance From City: 114 km

Transportation Option: Local transportation such as cab/auto

Possibly the most popular tourist spot in Guwahati, the much revered Kamakhya Temple has seen visitors from faraway lands. If you are on a Guwahati honeymoon, seek blessings at this temple full of good vibes and immense serenity. It is located on Nilachal Hill in the western part of Guwahati. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Shakti and is a part of one of the four shakti paths in India.

2. Umananda Island

What’s Special: Shiva temple

Nearby Attractions: Guwahati planetarium

Timings: Open 24x7

Major Attractions: Nehru Park

Distance From City: 30 km

Transportation Option: Local transportation such as cab/auto

Did you know that Umananda Island is the smallest river island in the world? It is in the heart of the River Brahmaputra that flows in the middle of the city of Guwahati. One will love the pristine ambience here and is also called the Peacock Island based on its shape. This name has been given to this island by the Britishers. This is also a place with an interesting history with folklore suggesting that the Lord of Love, Lord Kamdev was burnt to ashes at this exact spot.

3. Guwahati Zoo

What’s Special: Hengrabari Reserved Forest, exotic birds, rate reptiles

Nearby Attractions: Kamakhya Temple

Timings: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Major Attractions: NA

Distance From City: 29 km

Transportation Option: Local transportation such as cab/auto

A botanical garden cum zoological park, the Guwahati Zoo is a wonderful experience. Must add this to your Guwahati honeymoon package, if you love to explore interesting flora and fauna. It was established in 1958 and has over 900 species of animals, reptiles, and birds. If you are visiting during the winter season, be ready to be lost in the great crowd that is a part of this destination at this time.

4. Assam State Museum

What’s Special: Ancient scriptures, cultural heritage

Nearby Attractions: Umananda temple

Timings: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Major Attractions: Peacock islands

Distance From City: 25 km

Transportation Option: Local transportation such as cab/auto

Learn all about the exciting Ahom culture at the Assam State Museum in Guwahati. It is one of the oldest museums in North East India and has artefacts dated as old as the 7th century. It was established in 1940, during the colonization of India to showcase the history and culture of this part of India.

5. Madan Kamdev

What’s Special: Archaeological site, religious importance

Nearby Attractions: Kamakhya temple, Baihata Chariali

Timings: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Major Attractions: NA

Distance From City: 40 kms

Transportation Option: Local transportation such as cab/auto

About 40 km from the city centre, Madan Kamdev is an archaeological site spread over an area of 500 meters. You will find sculptures and idols of Madan Kamdev in abundance here- scattered all over the place. Perched on a hilltop, this is one of the most exciting attractions in Guwahati.

Best Time To Visit

Winter (October - March)

The bliss that Guwahati is during winters can only be understood if you visit. Particularly exciting is a time when it is visited with your loved one. So book a Guwahati honeymoon package between this time, since winters are also a popular time for weddings as well. Some very interesting festivals also take place in the city during this time like the Magh Bihu Festival. The weather is chilly dipping to 12 degrees Celcius and going up to only 25 degrees Celcius.

Monsoon (June - September)

The city of Guwahati witnesses heavy rainfall during these months, starting July, going on till October. This may not be an ideal time to visit Guwahati as there are crazy downpours during this time. The attractions may seem slightly inaccessible during this time.

Summer (April-May)

With moderate to high temperatures, staying between 30-40 degrees Celcius. Though the afternoons may be uncomfortable, early mornings and late evenings are pleasant. This is a very good time to visit Guwahati with friends and folks. A very popular attraction for tourists during this time is the Ambubachi Mela, which happens at the Kamakhya Temple.

How To Reach?

By Air

There is an airport in Guwahati, which is well-connected to cities like Kolkata, Delhi, Agartala and many more. The international airport closest to Guwahati is Mumbai. The Guwahati Airport is 20 km away from the city centre, and if you are on a Guwahati honeymoon, you can rent a cab or a car for a beautiful drive from the airport to the city.

By Train

There are two major rail stations in Guwahati- one which is the city’s namesake and the other one, Kamakhya. Trains come to these stations for all major cities in India. You will find express and super fast trains plying to the city on a regular basis.

By Road

By road, one can reach Guwahati by bus through the National Highway, which connects to all major cities in the North East. You will find three bus terminals here- ISBT Guwahati, Paltan Bazar, and Adabari. Private and state-run buses are available that connect cities around India.