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Things To See & Do
Visit the Hall of Fame Museum
Pay Homage to Indian Soldiers
Constructed to honour the sacrifices made by brave Indian soldiers, this iconic museum is located on the Leh-Kargil Road and gives you an insight into the military history of Ladakh.
2 to 3 hours
Suggested Time
Attend Morning Prayer at the Thiksey Monastery
Attain Inner Peace
The blissful experience of attending the morning prayer at this twelve-storey monastery complex located on the top of a hill, is simply out of the world.
1 day
Suggested Time
Attend a Local Festival
Soak in Ladakhi Culture
Celebrated with great fanfare by monks, the local festivals give a glimpse of local culture and traditions and are a must-attend if you want to experience Buddhist traditions up close.
Minimum 1 hour
Suggested Time
Try Mountain Biking
Conquer the Mountains
A treat for the adventure buffs, cycling through the highest mountain range in the world dotted with rugged terrains makes for an enthralling experience.
Minimum 1 hour
Suggested Time
Gorge on Local Cuisine
Sample Ladakhi Delicacies
Home to so many quaint cafés and restaurants, it would be a sin to be in Leh and not relish lip-smacking thupkas, momos, noodles, tigmo and rice with an array of delicious sauces.
2 to 3 hours
Suggested Time
Go Shopping at the Tibetan Market
Grab Handicrafts & Souvenirs:
Lined with pretty stalls and shops amidst picturesque surroundings, the local market here offers handicrafts, antiques, trinkets and rare souvenirs.:
2 to 3 hours
Suggested Time
Best Time To Visit Leh
Perfect summer destination
MAR-JUN
Peak Season
SEP-FEB
Moderate Season
JUL-AUG
Off-season
- What To Expect:Clear blue skies with cold temperatures, around 5C to 7C.
- Things You'll Love:Sightseeing and the surreal vistas of snow-capped mountains.
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Book Your Trip to Leh
From
Travel Options to reach Leh
Our Recommendations
Flight to Leh Airport
1h 30m . One way
Booking Options Starting From
₹10,993
Flight to Chandigarh Airport, then Flight to Leh Airport
2h 55m . One way
Booking Options Starting From
₹14,144
Stay in Leh
Recommended Options
3 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹3,485
THE PAL HOTEL
Upper Tukcha Road
4.5/5
₹4,010
Onwards
THE LEH
Near Leh Bus Stand
3.3/5
₹3,685
Onwards
Hotel Sangaylay Palace
Near Leh Bus Stand
4.7/5
₹2,761
Onwards
4 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹5,875
The Kaal
Skara
4.1/5
₹2,590
Onwards
Gyalpo Residency
Near Leh Bus Stand
4.5/5
₹7,134
Onwards
HOTEL PADMA
Near Leh Bus Stand
4.6/5
₹7,902
Onwards
5 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹16,542
The Zen Ladakh
Near Leh Bus Stand
4.3/5
₹12,470
Onwards
THE ABDUZ
Near Leh Bus Stand
4.5/5
₹14,682
Onwards
The Grand Dragon Ladakh
Near Leh Bus Stand
4.6/5
₹22,475
Onwards
Discover by Interest
Tourist Places & Memorable Experiences in Leh
Holiday on your mind? Leh is an incredible tourist destination for Hills & Mountains based travel. Know more about the destination before you plan a perfect trip there.
Top festivals celebrated here are Losar, Ladakh Festival, Saka Dawa Festival and Hemis Tsechu in the months of December, September, June and July respectively. You can visit during these months to enjoy the celebrations! Tourists like to travel to Leh in March, April, May and June to enjoy clear blue skies with cold temperatures, around 5°C to 7°C! Even September, October, November, December, January and February is a preferred time to visit as its a shoulder season offering extremely chilly weather with freezing nights for tourists. You can enjoy the best of both worlds during this time.
July and August is the off season for tourism in Leh. Main things to do in Leh are Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib. Tick all of these off your bucket list to make memories for lifetime. Have a safe trip!
FAQs - Frequently Asked Questions about Leh
What are the things that you should not miss out on when you are in Leh?
If you are a true traveller, you should definitely not miss out on Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa, and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib when you are in Leh to make a funfilled vacay.
What are the best places to visit in Leh?
The most loved attractions in Leh are Leh Palace, Shanti Stupa and Gurudwara Pathar Sahib.
For which type of travelling is Leh a perfect destination?
Leh is a perfect destination for Hills & Mountains themed holidays.