Weekend Getaways from Kanpur

A foodie’s paradise, Lucknow has a royal charm thanks to the Nawabs of Awadh who ruled the city for the longest time. Their presence is still reminiscent in Lucknow’s cuisine and architecture.

Time: October to March
Distance from Kanpur: 94.7 km

Allahabad mainly enjoys the prestige of being one of the four holiest spots of India and thus host Maha Kumbh in every 12 years, Ardh Kumbh in every 6 years and Magh Mela once a year. The actual fact that it encompasses the confluence of the most sacred rivers of India- Ganga, and Yamuna makes it all the more special. 

Time: The best season to visit Allahabad is the winter season in the months of October to March.
Distance from Kanpur: 203Km
 

Khajuraho is a town in the Chhattarpur District of Madhya Pradesh. Actually known for the ancient Khajuraho Temple Complex, this is the main attraction of this place apart from other small temples and old monuments. The temples in this complex are not just beautiful and grand, but each one of them is different from one another.

Time: September to March
Distance from Kanpur: 223 km
 

The birthplace of one of the most popular gods, Krishna, Mathura is a holy city that attracts lakhs of devotees every year. During festivals like Janmashtami and Holi, the fervor and spirit of the people here can send you in a trance.

Time: October to March
Distance from Kanpur: 334 km

One of the most famous monuments that India has given to the world, the majestic Taj Mahal is in Agra. The city is primarily known for this wonder of the world but has other attractions as well even though a glimpse of the Taj Mahal is the first thing tourists want to get when in Agra. 

Time: October to March 
Distance from Kanpur: 281Km 

If you are intrigued by history, culture, architecture and music, Gwalior is one place that you absolutely must visit. Called the tourist capital of Madhya Pradesh, it is also a city of forts and the Gwalior Fort is a testament of architectural brilliance.

Time: October to March 
Distance from Kanpur: 266Km 

1. Ayodhya

Time to visit: From October till Mid March
Distance from Kanpur: 229.5 km via NH27

2. Jhansi

Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Kanpur: 228.2 km via NH27

3. Vrindavan

Time to visit: January- March and October- December
Distance from Kanpur: 340.1 km via NH19

4. Bharatpur

Time to visit: October to  March
Distance from Kanpur: 333.2 km via NH19

5. Varansai

Time to visit: November to February
Distance from Kanpur: 336.7 km via NH19 and NH19

6. Bareilly

Time to visit: October to December
Distance from Kanpur: 265.3 km via NH34 and NH30

7. Orchha Wildlife Sanctuary

Time to visit: November to June
Distance from Kanpur: 236.4 km via NH27

8. Chitrakoot

Time to visit: Between July and March
Distance from Kanpur: 200.6 km via NH35

9. Ayodhya

Time to visit: From October till Mid March
Distance from Kanpur: 229.5 km via NH27

10. Dholpur

Time to visit: September to October 
Distance from Kanpur: 305.1 km via NH19

11. Satana

Time to visit: October to Feb 
Distance from Kanpur: 1,057.4 km via NH27 and Mumbai - Agra National Hwy

12. Bhimtal

Time to visit: From mid-April to mid-July and from mid-September to October
Distance from Kanpur: 395.6 km via NH30

13. Pilibhit

Time to visit: October to the month of January
Distance from Kanpur: 276.8 km via NH34

14. Panna

Time to visit: November to May
Distance from Kanpur: 239.7 km via MP SH 49

15. Rudrapur

Time to visit: October to March
Distance from Kanpur: 345.9 km via NH30

16. Gorakhpur

Time to visit: From October to December and the month of February
Distance from Kanpur: 683.7 km via NH19

17. Tanakpur

Time to visit: From january until june and october until december
Distance from Kanpur: 338.2 km via NH34

18. Moradabad

Time to visit: February, March, October, November, and December
Distance from Kanpur: 364.0 km via NH30

19. Shivpuri

Time to visit: December to February
Distance from Kanpur: 328.9 km via NH27