Rajiv's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Take in the fresh air of Shillong with an early morning walk among the serene surroundings.
17 locals recommend
Ward's Lake
Take in the fresh air of Shillong with an early morning walk among the serene surroundings.
Amongst the few high altitude Golf courses in India, this 18 hole course is quite impressive and well maintained
9 locals recommend
Shillong Golf Course
Golf Link - Marwroh Amongst the few high altitude Golf courses in India, this 18 hole course is quite impressive and well maintained
A well maintained Park with an awesome view of the popular tourist places immediately around Shillong.. the Elephant Falls.. Great for a picnic too
Mattilang Amusement Park
A well maintained Park with an awesome view of the popular tourist places immediately around Shillong.. the Elephant Falls.. Great for a picnic too
Shillong Peak, Laitkor
For a 180 degree view of Shillong City. Just a 30 minute drive.
An awesome view of the Umiam Reservoir just minutes before you enter the city. Those with an appetite for water sports can find their way to Orchid Lake Resort around 16 kms before Shillong.
Umiam River
An awesome view of the Umiam Reservoir just minutes before you enter the city. Those with an appetite for water sports can find their way to Orchid Lake Resort around 16 kms before Shillong.
The rainiest place in the world is definitely a must visit. Just 60 kms from Shillong with a good motorable road. Keep atleast a day for the visit to savour the most wonderful and myriad falls dotting the landscape. A clear Birdseye view of the plains of Bangladesh, some of the best caves in Asia and the famed Mawsmai falls.
11 locals recommend
Cherrapunjee
The rainiest place in the world is definitely a must visit. Just 60 kms from Shillong with a good motorable road. Keep atleast a day for the visit to savour the most wonderful and myriad falls dotting the landscape. A clear Birdseye view of the plains of Bangladesh, some of the best caves in Asia and the famed Mawsmai falls.
A very well known cave on the way to Cherrapunjee. Meghalaya is home to some of the most famous caves in Asia
6 locals recommend
Mawsmai Cave
A very well known cave on the way to Cherrapunjee. Meghalaya is home to some of the most famous caves in Asia
Laitlum Grand Canyon
Haven't seen the Grand Canyon but this one is awesome.
Mawphlang David Scott Trail
A popular hiking trail across hill streams and awesome villages
Wah Umngot
Jarain
Thadlaskein Lake
Shillong Golf Course
Golf Link - MarwrohBeadon Bishop View Point
Elephant Falls
Kongthong
Krangsuri waterfall
Krang Suri Boating
Sankar azan pathShnongpdeng Dawki Camping
Shnongpdeng Point
Mawlynnong the Cleanest Village of Asia
Surok MawlynnongMawlynnong
Maple Pine Farm
Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians
FRUIT GARDEN, DIRECTORATE OF HORTICULTURE, GOVERNMENT OF MEGHALAYA
Mawphlang Sacred Forest
Nohwet View Point
When on a visit to Mawlynnong try out this place
Food Scene
When in the heart of the city, don't forget to savour the tastiest Jalebis in the country at this prominent sweet shop.
Delhi Mistan Bhandar
When in the heart of the city, don't forget to savour the tastiest Jalebis in the country at this prominent sweet shop.
Just a couple of hundred metres from our place. An awesome Chinese experience
7 locals recommend
The Wok Chinese Restaurant
Just a couple of hundred metres from our place. An awesome Chinese experience
Cafe Shillong
Southern Taste
Jiva veg restaurant- pure vegetarian
Jiva Veg Restaurant
G S RoadJiva Veg
Southern Taste
Dejavu Restaurant
Try out their Butter Garlic Prawns and Drums of Heaven
For the vegetarians..Chilli Gobi is a must try. For the non Veggies..Chicken Butter Masala.
Awesome Naans
Bamboo Hut Restaurant - Restaurant in Shillong
MG RoadFor the vegetarians..Chilli Gobi is a must try. For the non Veggies..Chicken Butter Masala.
Awesome Naans
Madras Cafe
Jail RoadOlivia’s Kitchen
Cafe Shillong
Enchanté - Tea Room
Besa Bistro - Best Restaurant in Shillong
Besa Bistro - Best Restaurant in Shillong
City advice
What to pack
Light pullover, folding umbrella
As the name suggests, "Meghalaya" , the Abode of Clouds can be rather unpredictable weatherwise. A sudden light shower followed by bright sunshine is common during the monsoon. A slight chill in the evenings can be expected. For winters, please please carry enough woolens if you don't want to be frozen duck.
Getting around
Bara Bazar.. An absolute must.
A bit congested but those who can brave the crowds would witness a local market like no other. Hidden delights await those who savour local food and organic farm produce brought in directly from the dozens of villages surrounding Shillong. A word of caution..though basically safe, it's advisable not to carry too much cash or valuables due to the rush in this market
Getting around
Shared Taxis are the common way to get around the city.
Shared Taxis are the commonest way to get from one place to another within Shillong City. The routes are fixed and charges are between Rs. 30 to Rs. 50 per person. A full taxi can be rather costly at anywhere between Rs. 250 to Rs. 350 for a 5km to 7 km ride.