Location: Nashik
Top Things to do in Nashik
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Nashik, Maharashtra
Situated on the banks of the river Godavari, the city of Nashik, also known as Nasik, is a major Hindu pilgrimage center. Nashik is a bustling township with a blend of the ancient and the modern. Scattered across the city are numerous forts and majestic temples that vie for space with factories and other symbols of Modern India. The Kumbh Mela is the major attraction of Nashik. Occurring once every twelve years it draws innumerable devotees to the city. Other attractions around the city include - Pandavleni Caves, Muktidham Temple, Kalaram Temple among others. Day excursions to Shirdi, Someshwar, Wani are also very popular.
Restaurants in Nashik
1. Shrine of Infant Jesus, Nashik
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By Abanatrix - Mumbai, India
Very lovely peaceful setting. The mass was just as we were leaving but all the areas around were also very pretty. People from all faiths were there to offer prayers. Must go.
2. Saptashrungi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 280 reviews
Reviewed By 007Wanderer01 - Mumbai, India
Saptshringi nivasini mata is represented by a huge idol with 16 hands. Her Aura instantly attracts. We went there from Nasik on the way to Saputara. Road.is good. Ride to hill top is very smooth and approach road is excellent. There was huge rush and took us 2 hours even with the funicular. No social distancing in the Corona times, even though they insist on mask. Funicular is really a well maintained a well operated boon for the devotees. Its not a Rodeway but railway i think. I was carrying my mother who is 72 year old and physically frail.There is an arrangement for wheel chair along with escort for senior citizen with extra cost of INR100, which makes Darshan quite easy for them. Funicular rate is now INR 100 PP.
3. Dhamma Giri
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By YatindraTawde - Mumbai, India
For real benefits, one needs to do an extended course of 10 days. That being said, you can even do a quick one day visit. You are welcomed by a huge gateway which is majestically constructed. Once you enter the Vipassana hall, beautiful paintings depicting the life of the Buddha adorn all the walls. I really admired the skills of the artist/artists who have lovingly sketched and painted the masterpieces. There is a video show of 20 minutes which introduced us to the Vipassana centre and its founders followed by a quick 10 minute meditation session. If you are anywhere near nashik or Igatpuri, it should not be missed.
4. Kalaram Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By tarun457 - Mumbai, India
This is one of a kind the murti of lord Rama which I have seen which is black in colour. The temple is beautiful and made in black sand stone.. There are some renovations going on in the temple but it does not effect the travellers. A must visit place when you are in Nashik.. Regards Tarun Anil Samvedi Virar, Mumbai
5. Gangadwar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By SachinS329
Great place. Greate view...awesome atmosphere. Must visit if you are in Nashik, specially if you visit trimbkeshwar temple. Will definitely go one more time...for sure ..
6. Anjneri Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By Departure710435 - Nashik District, India
Ideally this is the best place to visit in Nashik after Brahmagiri trek in Trimbakeshwar. The administration should have repaired this place during Kumbh Mela. Tourists would have come in droves. Park your car at the Bottom and walk up the trail up. It is slippery, so wear good shoes. In the rainy season it is awesome for the selfie crazy crowd. But I love the winters. It is cold and the best season to visit. Carry lots of water. Because of the broken trail, I will not suggest small kids doing the trek. It takes 4 hours to up and come down.
7. Brahmagiri Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 51 reviews
Reviewed By sumoysen
Recently in during the Christmas (Dec 2018) we had visited Brahmagiri hill near Trimbakeswar and the trip was excellent. Though people say that those hill areas are good during or after the monsoon due to their greenish views but visiting this time in winter will give you another side of the image. The hills will look quite dry but you will be able to notice the wall like rocks along the Brahmagiri or Sahayadri ranges. We went to this place from Trimbakeswar. If you have your own car and if it is small hatchback and of you are quite confident in driving along the narrow ghat roads then you can go of your own. But I suggest you take the rental autos from Trimbakeswar who will charge you between 400-600 for to and fro trips as that you give you some relaxation due to not driving but viewing the beauty of the nature. Once you reach Brahmagiri (some 10-12 kms which will take 45 mins) you will be de-boarded from your vehicle at the entrance of the ghat. Then you have to take a rough muddy road for about 1 kms and then the stairs start. There are lots of Palki (palanquin) services available for aged and/or physically challenged people (and also for kids to have fun) - they take some 800-1000 for taking you in those palkis. A single adult or 2-3 kids can sit on one Palki. There are around 180-200 steps to reach Ganda Dwar or Ganga Mandir which is the origin of river Godavari (The river Godavari is called Dakshin Ganga or the Ganges of the Southern India and hence the names Ganga Dwar or Ganga Mandir. There is another route to reach Brahmagiri or Ganga Dwar which is from Trimbakeswar State highway and in that case you have to climb around 750 steps. Suggestable is this route where you can go through vehicle and then climb for 150-200 steps. Once you reach Ganga Dwar then you can view the Kund (well) to witness the origin of river Godavari. The same hill hosts many other tourist places like 108 Shiva lingam caves (bit narrow and you have to be very careful while walking along the route) and other caves like Rishi Goutam and Rishi Gorakh. But once you reach and visit there then you will be able to witness a different feeling by realizing how those sages did their tapasyas in those caves thousands of years ago. Atop the hill there are many other caves and Shiva lingams but to reach there you have to cross some 1500 steps from the down State highway. But visiting Ganga Dwar or Ganga Mandir and other nearby caves in of great worth considering the rough routes and those 200-300 steps climbing. Also you will find water bottles, sugarcane juice and some biting food stalls. You can hire bamboo sticks as well (hardly 10-15 Rs per stick) if you need a support while climbing up. Overall it's quite a good place to visit with family and kids (ensuring the parents take care of their kids safety). Considering travel time of nearly 2 hours to and fro Trimbakeswar it is worth staying there for another 2-3 hours.
8. ISKCON Nashik, Sri Sri Radha Madan Gopal Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 34 reviews
Reviewed By GNS-RVR - Mumbai, India
This place is little inside the residential area. Asusual, Radha Krishna in ISKCON is no words to express. Do Visit...
9. Jain Mandir Nashik
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By DrRMshah
Beautiful Jain Temple with Serene atmosphere. Nice place to try Jain food and also learn about Jain Philosophy. Can meet devotees and engage in discussions. The carvings and architecture is outstanding.
10. Kapileswara Temple
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 73 reviews
Reviewed By plpalani - Mumbai, India
This temple is located on the way to Godavari opposite to the Goreram Mandir. The main temple ‘s parikira has got many idols including that of Lord Ganesh. The temple is located at a slight height. Nice Lingam. Here the Nandi is considered Guru of Shiv.
