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Shillong travel guide

The best time to go, 7 places worth your time, what to eat, and where to stay in Shillong.

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Places to visit in Shillong

  1. 1

    Laitlum canyons

    The end-of-the-hills viewpoint.

    Nature & views · best in the morning

  2. 2

    Elephant falls

    Three tiers in the pine forest.

    Nature & views

  3. 3

    Cherrapunji day trip

    Nohkalikai falls and Mawsmai cave.

    Nature & views · Adventure · best in the morning

  4. 4

    Dawki and Mawlynnong

    The clear Umngot river and the cleanest village.

    Nature & views · Heritage & culture · best in the morning

  5. 5

    Umiam lake

    Boating among the hills.

    Relaxation

  6. 6

    Police Bazaar

    Cafes, music and local shopping.

    Shopping · Local food · best in the evening

  7. 7

    Don Bosco Museum

    The cultures of the north-east.

    Heritage & culture

A 4-day Shillong itinerary

An easy plan for a first visit. The trip planner makes one for your own dates, pace and interests, with a quotation.

  1. Day 1: Arrive in Shillong

    Morning
    Travel to Shillong. Aim to reach by lunch.
    Afternoon
    Check in at your stay (usually from 1–2 PM), have lunch and rest after the journey.
    Evening
    Police Bazaar: cafes, music and local shopping.

  2. Day 2: Laitlum canyons and Elephant falls

    Morning
    Laitlum canyons: the end-of-the-hills viewpoint.
    Afternoon
    Elephant falls: three tiers in the pine forest.
    Evening
    Cherrapunji day trip: Nohkalikai falls and Mawsmai cave.

  3. Day 3: Dawki and Mawlynnong and Umiam lake

    Morning
    Dawki and Mawlynnong: the clear Umngot river and the cleanest village.
    Afternoon
    Umiam lake: boating among the hills.
    Evening
    Don Bosco Museum: the cultures of the north-east.

  4. Day 4: Last morning and departure

    Morning
    A slow breakfast and a last walk around the neighbourhood.
    Afternoon
    Pack and check out (usually by 11 AM). Pick up anything you want to take home.
    Evening
    Travel home.
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Stays in Shillong

Questions travellers ask

What is the best time to visit Shillong?
October to May.
How many days are enough for Shillong?
3 to 4 nights are comfortable for the main places, with an easy first and last day.
What are the top places to visit in Shillong?
Start with Laitlum canyons, Elephant falls, Cherrapunji day trip. The full list with tips is on this page.
What is a good Shillong itinerary?
A 3 to 4-night trip covers the main places: arrive and settle in on day one, see Laitlum canyons, Elephant falls, Cherrapunji day trip over the middle days, and keep the last morning easy before check-out.
What food should I try in Shillong?
Try jadoh, tungrymbai and smoked pork.
Can Nirvana BnB plan my Shillong trip?
Yes. Our free trip planner makes a day-by-day itinerary with a quotation PDF in about a minute, and our travel desk confirms the price for your dates.

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