Guwahati Travel Guide

TRAVEL GUIDE, GUWAHATI Updated : May 4, 2016, 02.52 PM IST

Guwahati Travel Guide
The north-east region of India is still a mystery for travellers. The myriad myths and legends associated with this part of the world has given it a veil of ‘the unknown’ that has become a source of its mystique and has served to attract many a modern travellers. The city of Guwahati in Assam, has become the gateway to this mystic land of seven states, better known as ‘The Seven Sisters’. A major tourist destination in itself, Guwahati is a perfect mix of cultural heritage, nature trails, food hubs, shopping districts and a buzzing nightlife. Not to mention the long list of weekend getaways which are waiting to be explored!

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Your guide to luxury living in Guwahati

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Your guide to luxury living in Guwahati

Placed amid hills and sitting beside a mighty river, Guwahati offers some of the best city views as compared to other Indian cities in its category. With the advent of commercial uproar in the region, Guwahati has been w...more

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Best mid-budget hotel options for pocket friendly holidays in Guwahati

HOTELS IN GUWAHATI

Best mid-budget hotel options for pocket friendly holidays in Guwahati

We plan our finances well in a vacation and divide them under a few basic categories – conveyance, accommodation, sightseeing, shopping and activities. Some like to travel posh and some like to stay upscale but if you ar...more

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Get value for your money at these budget hotels in Guwahati

HOTELS IN GUWAHATI

Get value for your money at these budget hotels in Guwahati

They say, good things come at a price but if the price is never specifically mentioned, it is safe to assume that those ‘good things’ may come at a low price as well (the price is there nevertheless!). And there are few ...more

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Hotel Hornbill

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Hotel Hornbill

Hotel Hornbill is located in the always alive Paltan Bazar area of Guwahati. The hotel describes itself as a business accommodation and they leave no stones unturned to do justice to their claim. A traveler looking for s...more

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Top Restaurants in Guwahati you don’t want to miss going to

RESTAURANTS IN GUWAHATI

Top Restaurants in Guwahati you don’t want to miss going to

Food and travel go hand in hand and if you are in Guwahati, there is no way that you should give its food offerings a miss. Being the major city not only of Assam, but also the entire north east (NE) region, Guwahati is ...more

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Parampara Paradise

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Parampara Paradise

Better known as just Paradise, this restaurant finds place in one of Guwahati’s oldest upscale food havens. The sheer vintage value of this place is an added attraction to the immensely diverse food options it has in sto...more

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Khorikaa

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Khorikaa

One of the most easily recognized restaurants in Guwahati, Khorikaa is an Assamese cuisine specialist with a rich food menu. The ambiance of the place is at par with any other restaurants in its category and the guests g...more

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Morung Restaurant

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Morung Restaurant

Just a heartbeat away from the Guwahati railway station, Morung is a hot favorite among tourists who want to delve into food of the region. Located opposite Acoustic Zone in Bhangagarh, on Rajgarh Road, it is easily acce...more

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Naga Kitchen

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Naga Kitchen

An ideal place to experiment with Naga cuisine in Guwahati, Naga Kitchen serves good and reasonably affordable food. The restaurant is located on an accessible spot on G S Road, Six Mile and is quite popular amongst the ...more

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Places to visit in Guwahati

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Places to visit in Guwahati

For the rest of India, the north-eastern region of the nation still revolves around the city of Guwahati. This is probably because the city houses the only recognized airport among the seven-sisters or is the first entry...more

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Saraighat Bridge

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Saraighat Bridge

Well, the name is self explanatory―it is a bridge. What is in Saraighat Bridge that calls for tourist attention? The answer leads us back in time to 1671 when the Mughals sent a huge army to invade the then undivided Ass...more

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Brahmaputra River

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Brahmaputra River

It seems impossible to visit this city and yet not lose yourself for a few minutes by the majestic Brahmaputra River. Typically, a lot of people start their day at the banks of the river while sipping chai or energising ...more

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Nehru Park

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Nehru Park

Named after Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, this park is centrally located, opposite the famous Cotton College. It is one of the greenest and most beautiful places in the city. The park attracts many visitors because of its gre...more

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Unmissable experiences in Guwahati

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Unmissable experiences in Guwahati

Apart from the stipulated tourist destinations, Guwahati is a place where you can indulge in several outdoor activities. The presence of one of India’s biggest and mightiest rivers and the hills that surround the city of...more

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River cruise on the Brahmaputra

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River cruise on the Brahmaputra

The river runs through the entire length of Assam but the stretch that touches Guwahati is the most highlighted one, courtesy the city’s commercial and political status and the famous Saraighat Bridge. The Brahmaputra di...more

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Go for a ride in Accoland

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Go for a ride in Accoland

Who does not like a fun outing in an amusement park located in the backdrop of a hillock? So even if you are not accompanied by a kid, you can anyway head towards Accoland, the best amusement park in Guwahati. Located on...more

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Trekking in Nilachal Hills

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Trekking in Nilachal Hills

If you are in North East and you don’t climb a hill, your stay is incomplete so this is one thing you must do! The entire city is surrounded by hills and the best parts to go trekking are Nilachal hill and the hills of N...more

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Heritage walks in old Guwahati

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Heritage walks in old Guwahati

There is a reason why the phrase – old is gold – exists in our vocabulary and the old Guwahati area further cements that saying. Though there is no specific new Guwahati on either maps or local lingo, we can recommend ce...more

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Retail therapy in the shopping districts of Guwahati

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Retail therapy in the shopping districts of Guwahati

Travelling has myriad dimensions and different people travel for different reasons but one thing that lies common among them is the urge to collect souvenirs. Mementoes are like alarms set in the future that go off the m...more

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Ganeshguri market

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Ganeshguri market

This market derives its name from the Ganesh temple located nearby and is an unmistakable landmark in Guwahati. Thanks to its proximity to the state capital Dispur, this place is considered to be the commercial centre po...more

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Paanbazar

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Paanbazar

The academic hub of Guwahati, Paanbazar is equally well known as a shoppers’ paradise with an extended range of shops and showrooms selling almost everything! Be it clothes, jewelry, furniture, souvenirs, home décor item...more

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G.S. Road

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G.S. Road

Short for Guwahati–Shillong Road, G.S. Road runs through the length of Guwahati and is a hub for shoppers. An upscale address for various business establishments and government offices, G.S. Road is home to numerous show...more

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Partying the night away in Guwahati

NIGHTLIFE, GUWAHATI

Partying the night away in Guwahati

Known for its natural beauty and old world charm, Guwahati is still not a full – fledged after dark city. Thanks to its geographical location in the north eastern part of the country, the city sees an early sunrise and s...more

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The Lounge Bar

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The Lounge Bar

Housed in the posh Dynasty Hotel, Lounge Bar is a thriving contemporary pub that is marked by incredible music and a lively crowd. An upscale address for the locals, especially the young office goers and college students...more

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Topaz Lounge

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Topaz Lounge

A high–end bar and lounge, Topaz has given new dimensions to how Guwahati spends its nights. At par with any other bar in its category across India, Topaz has risen fast to become a popular hangout place for the young an...more

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The Silver Streak

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The Silver Streak

Tucked inside the Brahmaputra Ashok hotel, Silver Streak is an upscale discotheque where people unwind to thumping rhythm and foot–tapping beats. The hotel that houses this uber cool place is a landmark for the city (als...more

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Café Hendrix

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Café Hendrix

Named after guitar legend, Jimi Hendrix, this place has to be one of the most happening hangout zones for the young hearts of the city. Immensely popular among the locals, this bar is often referred to as just ‘Hendrix’ ...more

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Weekend getaways from Guwahati

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Weekend getaways from Guwahati

Guwahati has plenty to offer to a traveler who can spend days exploring the city inside out including its many late night joints and music destinations. And if there is still the leisure of time, venture outside the city...more

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Sivasagar

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Sivasagar

A full – fledged tourist attraction in itself, the town of Sivasagar is the jewel in the crown of the holistic travel guide of Assam. Located 363 kms north-east of Guwahati, Sivasagar is well connected with the rest of t...more

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Nameri National Park

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Nameri National Park

Wildlife enthusiasts have plenty to explore in Assam and Nameri National Park is a place where a traveler can find a flora and fauna heaven. Spread across 200 square km along the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas, Namer...more

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Shillong

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Shillong

Located at a distance of just over 100 kms from Guwahati, Shillong is the first place that you should visit if you want a weekend getaway from the hustle bustle of city travelling. Either board a bus or hire a cab, you w...more

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Hajo

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Hajo

At a distance of just 27 km from the Saraighat Bridge which is the northern border of Guwahati, you will find this quiet town situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra. An ancient town that goes back to the days of the Ko...more

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24 hours in Guwahati

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24 hours in Guwahati

Guwahati has been hovering a tad below the radar as a tourist destination of choice, which is surprising because it sits on a cultural and spiritual epicenter and is fast emerging as a world-class city. A silent witness ...more

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