Lonavala Hill Station Mumbai
About
A popular hill station on the Mumbai-Pune route, Lonavala is known for its spectacular valleys, waterfalls, ancient Buddhist caves, and the famous chikki sweet. The lush green landscape during monsoon is absolutely stunning.
Basic Information
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free (town); Individual attractions may charge Rs 20-50
Best Time to Visit
June to March (monsoon for waterfalls, winter for trekking)
Place Type
Nature
How to Reach
Drive via Mumbai-Pune Expressway (1.5-2 hours). Take local train from CST/Dadar to Lonavala station (2.5 hours).
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of Lonavala Hill Station
No metro stations found within 5 km.
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of Lonavala Hill Station
No local train stations found within 3 km.
History
Lonavala has been a popular retreat since the British era. The nearby Karla and Bhaja caves date back to the 2nd century BCE, making this area one of the oldest Buddhist sites in Western India.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free (town); Individual attractions may charge Rs 20-50
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
June to March (monsoon for waterfalls, winter for trekking)
How to Reach
Best reached by taxi or auto-rickshaw
Famous for its chikki (a brittle sweet) and fudge
Bhushi Dam overflows dramatically during monsoon, creating natural water slides
Karla Caves nearby are among the oldest rock-cut temples in India (2nd century BCE)
Visit during monsoon for the most dramatic scenery
Buy authentic chikki from Cooper's or Maganlal's
Rajmachi Fort trek is excellent but requires proper trekking gear
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near Lonavala Hill Station
Lonavala Hill Station
Nature
Khandala & Lonavala Hill Stations (Day Trip)
Nature
Imagicaa Theme Park (Day Trip)
Entertainment
Karla & Bhaja Caves (Day Trip from Mumbai)
Historical
Rajmachi Fort Trek (Day/Night Trek)
Adventure
Lohagad Fort Trek (Day Trip)
Historical
Imagicaa Theme Park, Khopoli
Entertainment