Best Places to Visit in March in India

In March, the pleasant and sunny climate of the spring calls backpackers to come out of their daily chores and satiate their wanderlust. The fresh blooms and leaves adorn nature with new brightness and hues. This is why a vacation trip this month will help you connect with nature in a fascinating way. It will help you restore your inner tranquillity. 

Before packing your bags for a trip this season, you need to know the best places to visit in March in India.

1. Velas Village, Maharashtra

Nestled among the mountains and sea, Velas has to offer one of the broadest and cleanest beaches on the Konkan coast. By visiting this village in March, you can also experience the famous Velas Turtle Festival that attracts tourists from all over the world. All these aesthetic conglomerations make Velas one of the best tourist places in India in March.

• Things to Do: Explore beaches and the wildlife, relish local foods,and see turtle hatchlings
• Top Tourist Attractions: Kelshi Beach, Diveagar Beach, Harihareshwar Beach, Victoria Fort, Murud
• Average Temperature: 31 to 24 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Woodvillas Beachfront Resort, Tranquil Beach Resort, MTDC Resort- Harihareshwar
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹4,000 to ₹7,000 for every individual
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

2. Havelock Island, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Havelock Island can be a backpackers’ paradise for its iconic beaches. The clean, azure water before your eyes and the balmy breeze flowing over your body will give you heavenly joy. You can also engross yourself in activities like scuba diving, kayak riding and so on. There is no wonder why backpackers consider Havelock Island one of the best places to travel in March in India. 

• Things to Do: Experience Kayak ride, explore beaches, enjoy scuba diving, and watch the sky with Newtonian Telescope
• Top Tourist Attractions: RadhaNagar Beach, Sitapur Beach, Elephant Beach, Kalapather Beach, Vijay Nagar Beach
• Average Temperature: 33 to 24 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Coral Reef Resort, Havelock Island Beach Resort
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 11,500 to ₹ 15,500 for every person
• How to Reach: By air and sea

3. Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu

One of the most prominent holy sites of Hindus, Rameswaram attracts pilgrims from all over India. Every year, lakhs of people visit Ramanathasamy temple to pay their obeisance and seek blessings from Lord Shiva. Besides, the pleasant climatic conditions in March amid serene beaches give the place an unearthly appeal. 

• Things to Do: Take a dip in Agnitheertham, visit the south-most point of India, enjoy a train ride over PambanBridge, experience kite surfing, spot migratory birds
• Top Tourist Attractions: GandhamadhanaParvatham,Ariyaman  Beach, Ramanathaswamy Temple, Water Bird Sanctuary, Adam’s Bridge (Rama Setu)
• Average Temperature: 32 to 24 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Hotel Harish, Hotel MCM Towers, Hotel Ganesh Palace, Selvamurugan Residency
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 9,500 to ₹ 14,500 for one person
• How to Reach: By air, train and road

4. Ooty, Tamil Nadu

Sometimes called the ‘queen of hill stations’, Ooty or Udagamandalam is one of the best places to visit in March in India. Beautiful lakes surrounded by green valleys and mountains give this place a hypnotic appeal. Vast tea estates, dense forests, creeks, streams and all other beauteous forms of nature compel tourists to come time and again.

• Things to Do: Camping, sightseeing, boating, trekking
• Top Tourist Attractions: Botanical Garden, Ooty Lake, Avalanche Lake, Emerald Lake, Rose Garden
• Average Temperature: 22 to 9 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Hotel Lakeview, FairstayOoty, Hotel Lakeview, Sinclairs Retreat Ooty, Woodberry Residency
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 8,000 to ₹ 13,000 for one person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

5. Coorg, Karnataka

Madikeri or Coorg is one of the most attractive hill towns in India to visit in March. Every season, lakhs of people choose this as their destination for a vacation to explore its fertile coffee estates. For its rich ecosystem and biodiversity, UNESCO has listed one reserved forest and three wildlife sanctuaries in the list of world heritage sites.

• Things to Do: River rafting, jeep safari, camping, quad biking, trekking
• Top Tourist Attractions: Dubare Elephant Camp, Abbi Falls,NamdrolingMonastery, Iruppu Falls, Mandalpatti
• Average Temperature: 34 to 19 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Hotel Coorg International, Woodstock Resorts, Casa Coorg Homestay, Hotel Le Coorg
• Average Budget: Approximately₹ 9,500 to ₹ 14,500 per individual
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

6. Chikmagalur, Karnataka

Mesmerising cascading waterfalls, dense forests with diverse wildlife, vast coffee plantations and the mountain range Baba Budangiri, make Chikmagalur a wonderful getaway destination. In the Chikmagalur mountain, you can also witness the sources of two rivers, Tunga and Bhadra. 

• Things to Do: Engage in river rafting, go trekking, enjoy jeep safari in the forest, taste local foods, and experience camping on the riverside
• Top Tourist Attractions: Mullayanagiri, Hebbe Falls, Sringeri Mutt, Jhari Waterfalls, Kudremukh National Park
• Average Temperature: 33 to 18 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: RiverMist Resorts, Shola Heights Baamikonda, Upasana Retreat
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 6,500-11,500 per individual
• How to Reach: By road and train

7. Wayanad, Kerala

Situated in the lap of the Western Ghats, Wayanad is a green paradise on earth. The pristine hill station is characterised by its verdant valleys, vibrant wildlife and dense forests. Alongside these landscapes, you can also get a close glimpse of the rich plantation of tea and Indian spices. Visiting this place, you will discover why Kerala is regarded as ‘God’s own country’. 

• Things to Do: Trek, enjoy wildlife refuges, walk in nature, explore tea estates
• Top Tourist Attractions: Kuruvadweep Islands, Chembra Peak, Meenmutty Waterfalls, Kanthanpara Falls, Thirunelli Temple
• Average Temperature: 33 to 19 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Vythiri Village Resort, Sterling Wayanad, Mount Xanadu Resort, Vistara Resort, Rooz Green Leaf Resort
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 7,500-12,500 for one person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

8. Mount Abu, Rajasthan

The hill station Mount Abu also shares a position among the best places to visit in March in India. Being surrounded by the dense forests and mountains of the Aravalli range, it offers an exotic beauty. The boat riding on Nakki lake amid the clear sky overhead and comfortable breeze around make the perfect combination to exhilarate your soul. 

• Things to Do: Explore the temples and architecture, enjoy sightseeing, and go for a boat ride
• Top Tourist Attractions: Nakki Lake, Adhar Devi Temple, Honeymoon Point, Gaumukg Temple, Achalgarh Fort
• Average Temperature: 25 to 14 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Hotel Hillock, The Jaipur House, Hotel Hilltone, Forest Eco Lodge
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 8,000-13,000 for every person
• How to Reach:By air, road and train

9. Old and New Delhi, Delhi

Delhi, the national capital, carries the remnants of our glorious past through its architectural wonder. The city includes many marvellous creations, including havelis, buildings, forts, monuments, bazaars, etc. All these will compel you to brood on how the nation has progressed throughout the year. Since the temperature and humidity remain comfortable during March, you can explore the true colour of Delhi in the best possible way.

• Things to Do: Explore ChandniChowk market, visit heritage monuments, shop in flea markets, taste street food
• Top Tourist Attractions: Humayun’s Tomb, QutubMinar, Red Fort, Akshardham Temple, ChandniChowk market
• Average Temperature: 31 to 16 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: The Prime Balaji Deluxe, Hotel Godwin Deluxe, Ginger Delhi Ryn,Hotel Parkway Deluxe, Hotel Tara Palace
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 8,000 to 13,000 for every person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

10. Jaipur, Rajasthan

Jaipur, famous as the ‘Pink City’, is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Cities. By visiting the city in March, you can participate in the hugely popular Jaipur Elephant festival. It will help you explore the magnificent art and craft of the state, including ivory carving, blue pottery, Meenakari jewellery, block printing, etc. 

• Things to Do: Experience folk songs and dance, relish local cuisines, visit exotic palaces, attend local theatre
• Top Tourist Attractions: HawaMahal, Nahargarh Fort, City Palace, JantarMantar, Amer Fort, Galtaji Temple
• Average Temperature: 31 to 16 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: The Fern Residency, Jai Mahal Palace, Ramada by Wyndham
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 6,000 to 9,000
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

11. Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

The holy city of Mathura is one of the most sanctified destinations of India. It is the birthplace of Lord Krishna. You can find inner solace by visiting the river Yamuna and the 25 holy ghats on it. This place must stay on your shortlist of best places to visit in March in India if you want to rejuvenate yourself spiritually during your brief vacation.

• Things to Do: Take bath in the holy ghats, indulge in photography, explore the local market and people, trek on Govardhan hill
• Top Tourist Attractions: KusumSarovar, KansQuila, Govardhan Hill, VishramGhat, Dwarkadhish Temple
• Average Temperature: 25 to 17 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Brijwasi Centrum, Brijwasi Lands Inn, The Mystic Palms
• Average Budget:Around ₹6,000 to 9,000 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

12. Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Rishikesh, one of the Char Dhams (four holy pilgrimage sites for salvation), attracts hundreds of pilgrims every year. Surrounded by rocky mountains, gushing rivers, and lush valleys, this place offers an ethereal beauty to visitors.People come to this place every year during March to attend the famous yoga festival. 

• Things to Do: Ganga aarti, bungee jumping, Trivenighat visiting, river rafting
• Top Tourist Attractions: Rishikund, LaxmanJhula, The Beatles Ashram, Kunjapuri Temple,VashishtaGufa
• Average Temperature: 22 to 12 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: HOLY WATER Hotel, Sterling Palm Bliss, Sanskriti Vedic Retreat, Lemon Tree Premier, YogNiketan by Sanskriti
• Average Budget: ₹ 7,500 to ₹ 10,500 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

13. Shillong, Meghalaya

Shillong, also popular as ‘Scotland of the East’, is a mesmerising hill station, working as a tourist magnet. Surrounded by three hills, Jayantia, Khasi and Garo, it provides a breathtaking view to appease your senses. The gushing streams in the middle of spectacular green valleys will fill your heart with inexplicable ecstasy. There is no wonder why tourists consider Shillong one of the best places to visit in March in India.   

• Things to Do: Trekking, rock climbing, camping, relishing local foods
• Top Tourist Attractions: Umiam Lake, Shillong Peak, Elephant Falls, Laitlum Canyons, Don Bosco Museum
• Average Temperature: 23 to 11 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay :M Crown Hotel, The Loft- Executive Inn, The Heritage Club
• Average Budget: ₹ 8,500 to 13,500 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

14. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

India's spiritual capital, Varanasi, is a place known for its religious importance. Hindu pilgrims come to this place to pay their obeisance to God and seek salvation by taking a bath on the holy ghats of the river Ganges. In addition, Sarnath, the consecrated place where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon, is within a distance of just 10 kilometres.

• Things to Do: Attend Ganga aarti, take a spiritual tour, explore the local market, bathe in the Ganges, enjoy a boat ride
• Top Tourist Attractions: Sarnath Museum, KashiVishwanath Temple, DhamekStupa, AssiGhat, ManikarnikaGhat
• Average Temperature: 26 to 16 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Hotel Four Element, Hotel Varanasi Inn, Hotel Ganges Grand, Hotel Temple on Ganges
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 8,000 to ₹ 13,000 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

15. Agra, Uttar Pradesh

Agra is one of the culturally and historically important cities of India. An abundance of elegant and marvellous monuments, forts and palaces make Agra one of the best places to visit in March in India. Among all of the architectural wonders erected during the Mughal period, the beauty of the Taj Mahal holds an unparalleled position.

• Things to Do: Exploring Kinnari bazaar, bird watching, relish Mughlai cuisine, visiting monuments and palaces
• Top Tourist Attractions: TajMahal, FatehpurSikri, Agra Fort, Akbar’s Mausoleum
• Average Temperature: 26 to 18 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Hotel Taj Resorts, Crystal Sarovar Premiere, Hotel Clarks Shiraz, Max Guest House, The PL Palace
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 7,000 to ₹ 12,000 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

16. Udaipur, Rajasthan

One of the major cultural hubs of India, Udaipur is famous for its series of artificial lakes, mosaic palaces and forts with beautiful gardens. Besides these appealing sights, the city also sings the valour of its Mewar heroes through various art forms, including paintings and folk songs. By visiting the city in March, you can attend the Mewar festival to witness these beauties with all their grandeur.

• Things to Do: Boating, shopping, temple hopping, sightseeing
• Top Tourist Attractions: Lake Pichola, City Palace, Jag Mandir, Monsoon Palace, Jagdish Temple
• Average Temperature: degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Park Exotica Resort, TheOberoiUdaivilas, Regenta Central Mewargarh, The Ananta Udaipur
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹ 8,000 to 13,000 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

17. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

Tawang is a beautiful small town on the lap of the Himalayan range. The 400 years old Tawang Monastery, encircled by lush green hills, make the place a celestial paradise. It is also the birthplace of the current Dalai Lama. Tourists regard this destination as one of the best places to visit in March in India because, at this time, they can also take part in the famous sacred Losar festival.

• Things to Do: Meditation, hiking, tasting Tibetan foods, buying from local markets
• Top Tourist Attractions: Tawang Monastery, Tipi Orchid Sanctuary, Sela Pass, Tibetan Settlement Market, Thingbu Hot Spring
• Average Temperature: 9 to -3 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay :Dondrub Homestay, Bliss HomeStay, Hotel Tawang Heights
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹7,500 to ₹ 10,500 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

18. Kodaikanal, Tamil Nadu

Kodaikanal is one of the most exquisite hill stations that you can visit in March. It is situated between Parappar and Gundar valleys. These valleys get an enchanting beauty after being adorned with the dense forests of cypress, acacia, shola, and other such trees. The forests and the overall hill station will appear more amusing when you will witness its picturesque waterfalls and vast green meadows.

• Things to Do: Boat riding, birdwatching, exploring nature, wandering in the forest
• Top Tourist Attractions: Coaker’s Walk, Kodaikanal Lake, Bryant Park, Silver Cascade Falls, Vattakanal Falls
• Average Temperature: 32 to 20 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Hotel Raindrops, The Tamara Kodai, Sterling Kodai Lake
• Average Budget: Approximately ₹9,500 to ₹ 14,500 per individual
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

19. Ranthambore, Rajasthan

Ranthambore can be an easy escape from your humdrum and boring life in March. The major attraction of this destination is the formidable Ranthambore Fort, surrounded by dense forest. You can also explore the rich wildlife by visiting the Ranthambore National Park. It is home to majestic predators like crocodiles, leopards and tigers. 

• Things to Do: View the diverse wildlife, enjoy hot air ballooning, jeep safari in the forest, explore the fort
• Top Tourist Attractions: Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, Ranthambore Fort, Trinetra Ganesh Temple, Padam Lake, Kacheeda valley
• Average Temperature: 34 to 15 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: The BaaghAnanta Elite, Jungle Villas, Omak Tiger Seven, The SherGarh Resort
• Average Budget:Around ₹ 8,000 to ₹ 13,000 per person
• How to Reach:By air, road and train

20. Halebeedu, Karnataka

Halebeedu is one of the major historical places in India. The numerous ancient temples within the town are a few of the remnants of the Hoysala Empire. The sculptures on the temple pillars give an unforgettable account of the rich Hoysala style of 13th century AD. These remnants of the past, including waning architectures, will leave you in wonder.

• Things to Do: Enjoy watersports at Yagachi dam, visit temples, explore the local market, and relish local foods.
• Top Tourist Attractions: Yagachi Dam, Hoysaleswara Temple, BasadiHalli,  Belur
• Average Temperature: 35 to 18 degree Celsius during March
• Places to Stay: Berry Blossom Resort, The Coffee Castle Villa, Hoysala Village Resort
• Average Budget: Approximately₹ 8,000 to 12,000 per person
• How to Reach: By air, road and train

India is a large nation with historically, geographically, and culturally diverse regions. There are always so many different things, places, arts, and cultures to discover and experience. You can choose one of these best places to visit in March in India to indulge in discovering new facets of the country. It will help you get a much-needed break from your daily routine in the most amusing way.