11. Lavasa
It’s a privately built city near Pune. The aesthetic of the town will make you feel as if you are not in India, but rather in some Italian town of Portofino. Immensely picturesque. With modern infrastructure. This hill station is so much different than your regular hill station.
Best time to visit:
September to March
Must Eat Places:
- Orient 8
- The All American Diner
- Revival Restaurant
12. Tarkarli
It’s a village in Maharashtra. Known for its white sand and clear water beaches. There you’ll find peaceful backwaters or Karli rivers, lined with palm trees, inhabited by Dolphins.
Best time to visit:
October-March
Must Eat Places:
- Athithi Bamboo
- Swami Family Restaurant
- Shree Siddheshwar Hotel
13. Shirdi
A spot for religious recreation in Nashik known for the revered Sai Baba. A popular pilgrimage. The shrine annually witnesses thousands and thousands of devotees. Filled with religious spots, this place is supposed to soothe your soul and offer you mental and spiritual peace.
Best time to visit:
December – February.
However, in the summer months of March-May, you’ll get to see the pilgrim less crowded.
Must Eat Places:
- The Tulip
- Sai Naivedyam
14. Amboli
The last hill station of Maharashtra before the beginning of plains of Goa. Located in the Sahyadri Hills. The hill station is yet not explored much by tourists. Thereby, saving its unhindered beauty. If you’re a hiker, who is tired of seeing the most beautiful valleys and hill stations hovering with tourists. I bet you’ll love to visit Amboli. Away from people in the laps in nature.
Must Eat Places:
October – February
Must Eat Places:
- Snappers
- Nandanvan Restaurant
- ABC Amboli Biriyani Centre
15. Tadoba Andhari National Park
Famous for preserving the Tiger population. Tadoba is very significant for Maharashtra, as well as, India. Located in the Chandrapur district, an ideal getaway to enjoy wildlife and nature.
Must Eat Places:
Best time to see Tigers is in the month of Summers.
However, the temperature is more pleasing in the month of Winters.
Must Eat Places:
- Tristar Restaurant
- Swad Restaurant
16. Rajmachi
Rajmachi, a small town located in the Konkan region of Maharashtra. Rajmachi has two fortified peaks – Shrivardhan and Manaranjan forts, located near two famous hills of Lonavala and Khandala. It’s a famous spot among the trekkers. Receiving various trek enthusiasts every year.
Best time to visit:
June – September
Must Eat Places:
- The Patio
- Tiffany’s
17. Bhandardara
Blessed with both serenity and peace. With comfortable weather conditions. It is a hill station, located in the Sahyadri ranges. Perfect for a 1-2days of getaway from the city hustle.
Best time to visit:
August – December
Must Eat Places:
- Panch Sheel
- Lake View Restaurant
18. Kolad
If you’re seeking a destination for adventure sports, Kolad is for you. Gaining a lot of traction for its beautiful meadows, rivers and beautiful backdrop. For white water rafting, this tiny village of Raigad district is thriving. Along with adventure sports, it offers a couple of historic forts as well.
Best time to visit:
June to March. Avoid the monsoon season.
Must Eat Places:
- Tikona Picnic
- Club Mahindra Tungi Resort
- Chor Bizzare
19. Kashid
Popular for its white sand and clear water beaches, this town is located in Konkan Region of Maharashtra. Only a few kilometres away from Mumbai. These towns offer a clean and calming atmosphere to help you soothe and relax. This beach town is also known for its majestic mountains. Chaul, near Kashid, also harbours some Buddhist caves.
Best time to visit:
October – February
Must Eat Places:
- Patil Khanal
- Neel Garden Restaurant
- These are some among then many more beautiful places Maharashtra has to offer you.
