Everyone has already started counting days for the New Year, agree? You must be wanting to make your New Year celebration memorable and happening one which not just include Party All Night but also some fun and adventure, then you have arrived at the right place. For that you can just plan a trip, add places into your bucket list and explore them which is shared below based on personal experience for this New Year celebration.
There are enormous places in India which awaits your arrival on this New Year. You can visit with your family or friends to enjoy it to the fullest. This blog here will help you with the best places to celebrate the new year in India.
Here I have mentioned Top best places to explore in this New Year, adding these to your bucket list will give you endless exposure to adventures and our cultures across India. These are the Best Places to visit in India For New Year Celebration.
- Goa
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Pondicherry
- Gangtok, Sikkim
- Andaman and Nicobar Islands
So, lets begin to explore one and all, to plan for Best places to visit in India for New year celebrations.
1. Goa
Goa is a state on the southwestern coast of India, surrounded by Maharashtra, Karnataka, Arabian Sea. Goa Well known for its beautiful beaches, shimmering night life and Water sports beside being called as one of the most famous party hubs of India. Here you can enjoy many beaches, new year carnivals and spend time partying in the well-known bars, attain celebrities, singers stage live shows. World Heritage -Listed architecture rich in flora – Fauna and rare biodiversity hotspot of the world.
Few best beaches not to miss are Dudhsagar Waterfall, Patnem beach in Palolem, Baga, Calangute offer jet-skiing, parasailing, banana boat rides, water scooter rides, Scuba diving in North Goa. There are other activities also to enjoy as Snorkeling (Underwater life) , Dinner Cruise, Sea food tour, Hot Air Rafting, Chapora Fort to explore history, Grand Island for romantic touch, Shopping if you are fond of Goan dressing style up.
One can visit the Bom Jesus Basilica and churches and convents of Old Goa , Goa State Museum, Goa Science Centre , Snow Park. Don’t miss to have Goan Food and Goan Fish and Rice , you won’t forget the taste ever. On the beaches at night the view is mesmerizing and also best place to have dinner or date with the view song at the background and sea view in front.
Anjuna Beach, Tito Street – Market, fort Aguada plan Trip to Grand Island, Butter Fly Beach then go for Big Daddy Casino at night to play games and try yiur luck to win the jackpot. For night party Club Cubana calls itself the “Nightclub in the Sky, Sunbun Goa are at there best. Lamgau Caves, Bat Island, Chronicle Goa are something unique you can plan to visit. Rent a Scooty, roam around witness the best party places of Goa. This is one of the Best place to visit in India for New Year celebrations.
2. Bangalore, Karnataka
Bangalore or Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka, not just famous as a hub for the IT sector, but also for being the best place for night life. It is also a gem of a tourist destination with friends and family. The bustling metropolis beckons vacationers primarily with its scenic, lush green spaces that have earned it the nickname, ‘Garden City.’
People planning to spend New Year in Bangalore should plan to visit Cubbon Park, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Bannerghatta National Park, Bilikal Rangaswamy Betta, Freedom Park, Lumbini Gardens, Jayaprakash Narayan Biodiversity Park, Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, ISKON Temple, Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore Fort, Government Museum, Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium, The Innovative Film City, Snow City.
For shopping one must not miss UB City Mall, Phoenix Mall and for fun activities Wonderla, Fun World. Thottikallu Falls, Ulsoor Lake, Nandi Hills etc can be one of many other best places for near nature experience or camping. Also Microlight Flying ride at Jakkur, Chikmagalur for Trek , falls, Tea plantation.
But if you are Party animal, there is no other place in better than Bangalore for you. You can go to Comfort Inn Insys Hotel New Year Party, Christmas & New Year Celebration with Sakleshpur Camping,
New Year & Christmas Bash with Kudremukh Trekking, Guhantara Resort Bangalore, Ramanashree California Resort, Goldfinch Retreat Bangalore Day Outing and many other resorts and Hotel – Bars for fun and party all night.
3. Pondicherry
Pondicherry (officially Puducherry, also known as Pondy and Pondichérry) is a city and capital of the Pondicherry (officially Puducherry) union territory of southern part of India. One can find strong French influence on the architecture of the city. Pondicherry is well known for its wide variety of cuisines ranging from South Indian star dishes like idly and dosa to seafood like fried fish, prawn bajji and parota.
French influence can be seen to some extent in the local food. The best options are still the local delicacies; the excellent seafood. If you are beach lover then don’t miss to visit Paradise Beach, Promenade, Serenity Beach, Rock Beach, Auroville Beach, Pudukuppam Beach, best place to relax. And for fun and adventure you should avail all the water sports activities like Scuba Diving in pristine waters of Bay of Bengal(Eden Beach) , Snorkeling etc.
To enjoy boat life Chunnambar Boathouse is the best option one cab have as its spectacular boating and picnic spot located on the backwaters where the Chunnambar River meets the Bay of Bengal. You enjoy boating in motorboats, speed boats, sailboats, rowed boats, water scooters, paddled boats, and pedaled boats and sail through the placid backwaters between mangrove trees.
For archeological tint go to Arikamedu, or The Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, The Pondicherry Botanical Garden, For shopping one can find various fashionable clothes, jewelry, indoor home décor, and even stylish shoes many more, Ousteri Wetland and National Park also not to be missed. There are various famous bars Le club at White town Bamboo bar at MG road, Paradise lounge at Saram or Pubs like Pub crawl.
4. Gangtok, Sikkim.
Gangtok, is a city, municipality and the capital also the largest populated place of Sikkim Gangtok is the main base for Sikkim tourism and is the most popular tourist seasons. Many of Gangtok’ s residents are employed directly and indirectly in the tourism industry, owing restaurants.
Mahatma Gandhi Marg and Lal Market are prominent business areas and tourist spots in Gangtok. Representing culture to its visitors in colorful displays being Free of litter and smoke also on eof the best place for shopping.Tsomgo Lake having blue waters, reflecting Himalayas peaks. Nathu La Pass with spectacular beauty and can buy raw silk, butter, china clay, goat and sheep skins, horses for unique shopping. The Gnathang Monastery and Gnathang War Memorial are two other attractions. For romantic tour don’t miss Seven Sister Water Falls.
If you are fun and adventure fan do visit Kanchenjunga Mountain for trekking for 10-12 days and also visit the Kanchenjunga National Park. Magnan will be fun places for visit to enjoy paragliding, rock-climbing, mountain-biking and forest camping while a spiritual retreat can be enjoyed in Labrang Gompa, one of the most revered monasteries in Sikkim, same as Phadong Monastery and Tholung Monastery. Namprikdang. One can indulge in activities such as snowboarding and skiing, which is breathtaking.
For something exciting visit Gangtok Ropeway, which is opened in Vishal Gaon and also Reshi Hot Spring. Namchi should not be missed for Char Dham, Shedrup Choling monastery, Ngadak monastery, Dechen Choling monastery, Rock garden, treks to the surrounding valley and photography of magnificent Khangchendzonga from Namchi and Pelling. The Himalayan Zoological Park, Fambong La Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the great tourist attractions to explore Gangtok wildlife. And yes there are plenty of Pub and Bars for part all night to enjoy light life.
5. Andaman and Nicobar Island.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands is an union territory of India having approximately 572 islands, of which 37 are inhabited, present at the junction of the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea, with tropical rainforest canopy. The Andaman and Nicobar Islands Integrated Development Corporation has spread its wings in the field of tourism, fisheries, industries because of multiple beaches, fun activities.
Havelock Island has 3 more beaches like Radhanagar Beach, Vijayanagar Beach and Elephant Beach for amazing water sports. Kayaking, scuba-diving, trekking, bird watching, snorkeling, Jet skiing, parasailing etc. Barren Island for Scuba Diving and witnessing amazing underwater aquatic life. Chidiya Tapu for mesmerizing Sunset Point for stunning sunset views and trking to black mountains. Chidiya Tapu Biological Park houses endangered species of flora and fauna and awesome picnic with family. For peace and beauty visit white sandy Wandoor Beach,
Snorkeling, scuba diving and Glass Bottom Boat Ride into the shallow and clear waters of Jolly Buoy Island, The North Bay Island and Red Skin Island. Saddle Peak which is the highest Peak of Andaman, is also mesmerizing and fun to go for. Dhaninalah Mangrove Nature Walk for beautiful view. Long Island would be worth spending a day due to its Caves, beautiful beaches, rolling hills, evergreen forests and stunning marine ecosystem and also romantic boat cruise.
Ross Island is rich heritage of the British legacy since the time when India was under the British Rule, One will find British era Church, Hospital, Bakery, Press, Swimming Pool, Troop Barracks, Ballroom, Chief Commissioner’s House and Government House and also look around for deer, peacock, ducks etc. At least have 5 days for Andaman and Nicobar visit to cover most splendid places, chill party and shop. The most famous market of Andaman is the Aberdeen Bazaar in Port Blair. Here, you can shop for souvenirs, seashell products, pearl jewelry and also fruits – vegetables , pearls will be best gift for family and friends.
Now since Best places to visit in India for New Year celebrations is revealed. Let us know what are your plans for this New Year 2023, as countdown has already begun and its time to add spots to your bucket list. And not to miss this year adventure, fun and party.