Gun Hill Mussoorie | Ropeway | Ticket Price

Gun Hill is the second highest peak in the hill station after Lal Tibba. This is one of the best tourist attractions of Mussoorie with an interesting history. In addition, its natural beauty attracts a large number of tourists. This place got its name because Britishers used to fire cannons from their guns to tell people the time at this place.

Situated at Mussoorie elevation of about 400 ft above the Mall Road, Gun Hill is one of the most visited attractions in Mussoorie. To reach Gun Hill, tourists have to take a cable car. On the other end of the ropeway, you arrive at the real treasure of nature, the panoramic views of the entire hill station.

The highlights of Gun Hill in Mussoorie include breathtaking views of the snow-capped Himalayan ranges like Pithwara, Srikantha, Bandarpunch, Gangotri, and the entire Doon Valley. Gun Hill Mussoorie also has several shops, restaurants, and stalls where visitors can enjoy shopping and indulge in games offered by the shops here. In addition, the hill is an excellent location for nature lovers and photographers.

So if you are on a honeymoon trip to Mussoorie, make sure not to miss out on this beautiful attraction.

Here are the details you must know about Gun Hill in Mussoorie –

Best time to visit Gun Hill

The best time to visit Gun Hill is between March and June, the summer season. Between these months, you will enjoy comfortable weather favorable for trekking and outdoor activities.

Timings to visit Gun Hill

Although a person can visit Gun Hill anytime throughout the day, the best time to be here is between 10 am and 6 pm.

How to reach Gun Hill

Gun Hill, Mussoorie is roughly 34 km away from Dehradun and 1.7 km from the Library Bus Stand. You can take a drive from Dehradun to Gun Hill or choose to go for a trek from the Library Bus Stand at the hill station.

By Ropeway: While Mussoorie Gun Hill is located at a higher altitude than the Mall Road, tourists can access it through the ropeway as well.

Cable Car Ride in Mussoorie Price

Mussoorie cable car ride costs INR 75 for a round trip.

The timings of Ropeway are listed below:

From January to December – 10 am to 6 pm
From May to July and October – 8 am to 10 pm
August to September and November to April – 10 am to 7 pm

Hotel near Gun Hill Mussoorie

Due to the proximity of Gun Hill with the Mussoorie Mall Road and Library Bus Stop, there are multiple accommodation options. Some of the best hotels near this attraction are listed below: