The Ridge : This large open space in the heart of town presents excellent views of the mountain ranges. Shimla’s landmarks - the neo-Gothic structure of Christ Chursh and the neo-Tudor library building are here.

Lakkar Bazaar : Popular for its wood crafts and souvenirs, this is just off the Ridge.

Jakhu Hanuman Temple:- No visit to the state capital Shimla is complete without visiting Jakhu Hill. This hill looms over Shimla town and is the geographical nucleus. the Hanuman temple at the top of Jakhu hill is the highest point in town. The steep climb is rewarding for the fine views it offers over the surrounding valleys, out to the snow capped peaks and over Shimla it self.

The temple is only 2 km from the Ridge but it could be an hour walk for a person not used to mountain climbing. the temple is one of the most favoured spots for tourists apart from pilgrims. There are many monkeys around the temple, but surprisingly they don’t attack people. Pilgrims offer them eatables which they readily accept. The approach to the temple is through a dense forest of deodars, though many find the climb tiresome. Ponies are available for a to and fro ride to the temple.

St. Micheal’s Cathedral : This dressed - stone church with fine stained glass has a cruciform design. It is located just off the Mall, below the District Courts.

The Glen : At 1830 m, this is a thickly wooded ravine through which a stream flows. It is a popular picnic spot.

Annandale :- Surrounded by a thick deodar forest this large glade has an ancient temple on an edge.

Bhargaon (4 km) : Approached either past the cemetery below St. Edward’s School, or through Tutikandi, this village ha splendid examples of traditional Himachal architecture.

Prospect Hill and Kamna Devi (6 km) : At 2125 and crowned by a temple dedicated to Kamna Devi, the Hill offers spectacular views of the area.

Sankat Mochan (7 km) : This is a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.

Chadwick Falls (8 km.) At 1586 m, these rain-fed falls are approached through Summerhill.

Tara Devi (11 km) : A thickly wooded hill whose peak has a temple dedicated to Tara Devi.

Mashobra (12 km) : At 2149 m, this beautiful subrub is surrounded by a thick forest. From here, a track leads down to Sipur which is an exquisite glade shaded by ancient deodar trees. There are old temples on a side and a fair is held every April.

KUFRI MINI ZOO ADDED ATTRACTIONS TO TOURISTS

Kufri, famous tourists spot only 16 kms. Shimla has an added attraction of Mini zoo amidst dense forest to the tourists where a rare breed of wild animals and pheasants species commonly found in Himalayan forest region have been kept in natural habitat. Spread over an area of twenty hectares of land with rich flora and fauna about 140 wild animals including pheasants of different verities ‘Monal’ the State bird of Himachal Pradesh and one of the endangered species of Himalayan region has been the other attractions of this zoo also been placed safely in this mini zoo. The other attraction of this zoo are Tibetan wolf, Brown Bear and Barking Deer.

There are other popular wild animals species in the Mini zoo such as leopard, Ghoral, Samber, Himalayan Thar, Yak, black bear and number of pheasants varieties.Himalayan Nature Park has been set up at Kufri in 1992 which is spread in 90 hectare area and mini zoo has been set up in this Park which has been set up at a cost of Rs. 5 crore.

Infact, Kufri was popular for winter sports especially skiing which used to be organized here till 1990 with the passage of time and due to substantial decrease in snowfall, the winter sports from Kufri shifted to other places like Dhomri in Narkanda in Shimla District and Solang Nalla in Kullu District where snow for longer duration is available during winter. Taking advantage of the space available,The Forest Department decided to restored the attraction of this popular tourist spot by establishing Himalayan Nature Park thereby giving boost to wild life tourism.

State Museum : This houses a representative collection of Himachal Pradesh’s rich heritage exhibits inculde archeological artifacts, carvings, paintings and sculptures. Closed on Tuesdays and holidays. Himachal State Museum was opened on January 26, 1974 with the purpose of collecting and protecting the scattered cultural heritage of Himachal Pradesh particularly in the Westem Himalayan principalities.