Situated on the banks of the Brahmaputra River, Guwahati is among the fastest-growing Indian cities. It’s a gateway to many other places in the North East as well as a brimming tourist hub. Everything from the ancient temples, the wildlife sanctuaries, the scenic beauty of the Brahmaputra, and its unique culture give this place some of the best tourist places in Assam. The city has something for everyone: families, backpackers, honeymooners, and more.

It is also the largest metropolis in the entire North-Eastern region of India, making it the most preferred staging point to other destinations in the region. Sandwiched by the river Brahmaputra on one side and the Shillong Plateau on the other, this city was formerly known as Pragjyotishpura.

GUWAHATI ATTRACTIONS:

1. Kamakhya Temple
2. Bhubaneswari Temple
3. Umananda Temple & Umananda Island
4. Assam State Museum
5. Guwahati Zoo
6. Basistha Ashram
7. Balaji Temple
8. Guwahati Planetarium
9. Cruising in the Brahmaputra River
10. ISKCON Guwahati
11. Hajo
12. Pandunath Temple
13. Regional Science Centre
14. Dipor Bil
15. Navagraha Temple
16. Shrimanta Shankardeva Kalakshetra
17. Maati Centre
18. Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium
19. Sukeshwar Temple
20. Guwahati War Memorial
21. Ugra Tara Temple
22. Saraighat Bridge
23. Janardana Temple
24. Nehru Park
25. Shraddhanjali Park
26. Madan Kamdev
27. Chandubi Lake

Jorhat is an ideal combination of history, culture, and normal magnificence. This spot has numerous attractions holding both public and global significance. The base camp of Jorhat area, this city is otherwise called the tea capital of India. It is situated a good ways off of around 305 Km from Guwahati and around 138 Km from Dibrugarh.

Jorhat Gymkhana Club is quick to be at any point underlying Asia and is likewise the third most established in the entire world. A visit here would unquestionably give everybody lifetime recollections.

JORHAT ATTRACTIONS:

1. Majuli Island
2. Dhekiakhowa Bor Namghar
3. Nimati Ghat
4. Raja Maidam
5. Cinnamora Tea Estate
6. Sukapha Samannay Kshetra
7. Ladai Garh
8. Burigosain Davalay
9. Bangalpukhari
10. Tocklai Tea Centre
11. Thengal Bhavan
12. Hatibaruah Namghar
13. Mangalu Khat
14. Molai Forest
15. Jorhat Gymkhana Club
16. Lachit Borphukan’s Maidam
17. Kakochang Waterfalls

1. Proudly boasting off its tag of the most beautiful city in Assam, Tezpur is bathed in unmatched scenic natural beauty and a resonating cultural vibe. The Brahmaputra River flows right through this city and further adds to the beauty of this place. This is surely the most popular Assam destination. Assam’s undisputed cultural hub owing to its theatres, traditional dances, and cultural events. Apart from that, the sprawling tea estates around the city are like a cherry on the cake!

   TEZPUR ATTRACTIONS:

   1. Agnigarh
   2. Bamuni Hills
   3. Chitralekha Udyan
   4. Da-Parbatia
   5. District Museum
   6. Ouguri Hills
   7. Padum Pukhuri
   8. Kalia Bhomora Setu
   9. Nag-Sankar Temple
   10. Ketakeshwar Dewal

DIGBOI: Asia’s first oil refinery, which is the second in the world. The oil town not only has a refinery, which is over 100 years old but also has many tea gardens. The place with misty blue hills offers various attractions including Digboi Oil Refinery, Ridge Point, and Digboi Centenary Museum. From Ridge Point, you could have a stunning view of the snow-clad mountains of the eastern Himalayas. Digboi Centenary Museum gives you an insight into the history of the town.

DIPHU: Diphu, the headquarters for the district of Karbi-Anglong in southern Assam, is located at a distance of about 250 Km from Guwahati. It is a small picturesque town which is a weekend popular picnic spot for people from nearby regions. Other than being a pleasant and quiet getaway, Diphu has a lot of popular regions in and around attracting tourists. One can take trips to Singhason, Kohora, Khanduli, and many such places. These areas will let you enjoy trekking, horse riding, bird watching, etc. While in Diphu one can visit religious sites such as the Iskon temple, Shiva Mandir, and Deopani Durga mandir.

DIPHU ATTRACTIONS:

1. Arboretum cum Craft Centre
2. Botanical Gardens
3. District Museum
4. Taralangso Cultural Centre
5. Umwang
6. Trek to Singhason Peak

1. A dreamy town set in the oscillating hills and lush valleys of Dima Hasao, Haflong is often referred to as the “Scotland of Assam”. Enriched with stunning hills, lofty terrains, and a sparkling lake, Haflong is among the best places to see in Assam for camping enthusiasts, hikers and trekkers, and peace seekers.

   HAFLONG ATTRACTIONS:

   1. Haflong Lake
   2. Haflong Hills
   3. Panimoor Falls
   4. Dima Hasao
   5. Jatinga
   6. Maibong

Dating back to the Ahom dynasty, this cultural town is full of historic tourist attractions from forts with underground architecture to numerous temples.

Sibsagar is a state of Assam that provides various tourist attractions related to architectural marvels, history, and culture. Some of the most popular places here include a water tank called Borpukhuri along with Joysagar, a man-made lake.

SIVASAGAR ATTRACTIONS:

1. Talatal Ghar
2. Rang Ghar
3. Ahom Museum
4. Charaideo
5. Joysagar Tank & Temple
6. Shivadol
7. Gaurisagar Tank
8. Gargaon Palace or Kareng Ghar   
9. Sibsagar Lake

1. Situated on the Surma (Barak) River, and known for its scenic beauty and natural splendor, Silchar is surrounded by Manipur on the east, Bangladesh on the west, Mizoram on the south, and the Barail hills on the north. Located south of Guwahati at a distance of 313 Kms, this town is considered the most important center and gateway to Barak Valley in Assam.

   Silchar is the 2nd largest town in Assam and is one of the most stable areas in the North-East and hence locally referred to as the Island of Peace.

   SILCHAR ATTRACTIONS:

   1. Khaspur
   2. Dolu Lake
   3. Maniharan Tunnel
   4. Badarpur Fort
   5. Bhubaneshwar Temple (Bhubanhill)
   6. Salganga
   7. Gandhibagh Park
   8. Kancha Kanti Kali Mandir
   9. ISKCON Temple
   10. Maibong
   11. Hindustan Paper Corporation
   12. Martyrs Tomb
   13. Umrangshu

Goalpara is a town located 140 km West of Guwahati which is about a 3-hour drive away. It is the headquarters of the district of the same name. The word ‘Gwaltippika’, roughly translating to Guwali Village or the Village of the Milk Men is the origin of the name ‘Goalpara’. The surrounding regions of Goalpara are generally vast green plains with the banks along the Brahmaputra River giving rise to fertile agricultural lands. Two water bodies, Urpad Beel and Kumri Beel, located within 15 km from the town are known for hosting a variety of migratory birds during the winter season. Certain parts of the district are hilly with evergreen trees forming continuous canopies.

GOALPARA ATTRACTIONS:

1. Surya Pahar
2. Tukeswari
3. Kokrajhar
4. Nandeswar Devalaya
5. Joybhum Kamakhaya Temple
6. Buraburi Than
7. Shyamrai Satra
8. Dadan Hills
9. Kumri Beel Lake
10. Urpad Beel Lake
11. Hulukunda Pahar
12. Pir Mazhar
13. Nagaon

Dibrugarh is the largest city of Assam located 439 km from Guwahati. A major city in the northeastern region of India in line with cities like Guwahati and Bhubaneswar, Dibrugarh is the emerging communication and industrial hub of North East India. Dibrugarh has an airport that is well-connected with major Indian cities.

Deriving its name from the word “Dibrumukha”, the name of the river ‘Dibru’ with the word ‘mukh’ meaning mouth, Dibrugarh, is a city and is the headquarters of the Dibrugarh district in the state of Assam in India.

DIBRUGARH ATTRACTIONS:

1. Rafting in Brahmaputra
2. Dinjoy Satra
3. Dehing Namti Satra
4. Raidongia Dol
5. Baraburi Maidam
6. Bahikhowa Maidam
7. Lekai Chetia Maidam
8. Sarumechlow and Bormechow Maidam

Tinsukia is quite popular with tourists as it serves as the gateway to nearby beautiful villages and wildlife sanctuaries. It is a haven for people who just want to disconnect from the world and form a connection with Mother Nature for a few days. If you love to explore little hamlets and villages and don’t mind going into exile for a few days, then it is one of the best places to see in Assam, an important town of Assam, it is quite popular with the tourists as well. It also serves as a base place to carry on with holidays to nearby cities. It is almost 500 km from Guwahati.

TINSUKIA ATTRACTIONS:

1. Bell Temple
2. Na-Pukhuri
3. Doomdooma
4. Lekhapani
5. Sadiya
6. Bardubi
7. Dighaltarang
8. Rangagora
9. Ledo

Lilabari is a small town located in North Lakhimpur in Assam. The town, located 376 km from Guwahati, is famous for its waterfront, as it is situated on the left bank of Brahmaputra River and beautified with the breathtaking Dirang valley and Sela pass. Lilabari also has an airport that serves Arunachal Pradesh as well.

Besides the natural beauty and serenity, this lovely town also offers excellent opportunities for adventure enthusiasts. People here can try activities such as trekking, hiking, mountaineering, angling, rafting, camping, boating, and fishing. 

There is no better place to learn about the culture and traditions of Assam than Sualkuchi. Known as the weaver’s village, Sualkuchi produces the best kind of silk in the state. For the same reason, it is called the Manchester of East. You will be delighted to see the village houses made of bamboo and mud. Its ethnicity and rustic charm are what make it popular among travelers.

SUALKUCHI ATTRACTIONS:

1. Craft Village – Silk Waving & Bamboo Craft
2. Hatisatra
3. Sidheswar Devalaya
4. Ganesh Bigrah Temple
5. Hayagriva Madhava Temple
6. Poa-Mecca

Away from the blaring noises of cities, Karimganj, located at a distance of 313 km from Guwahati, is a small sleepy town of Assam steeped in the beauty of nature. Karimganj is the biggest city and administrative headquarter in the district. Situated in the southernmost part of the state, the region majorly consists of wetlands and farms for which it is known as one of the major agricultural districts in Assam. It is an important center of trade and commerce with important resources that it exports to several states in India. With a thick cover of trees, forest produce is a very important means of resource for the livelihood of the people, Karimganj has an intense pool of culture associated with local tribes, languages, and traditions that are exclusive to their place of origin.

KARIMGANJ ATTRACTIONS:

1. Chhatachura Range
2. Duhalia Range
3. River Kushiara
4. Malegarh Crematorium
5. Adamail Range
6. Bird Watching
7. Trekking to Karimganj
8. Son Beel
9. Badarpurghat

An important city of Assam, Bongaigaon was the last capital of the Kamatapur Kingdom and home to many historical monuments of Assamese culture. Centrally located within the state at around 180 Kms northwest of Guwahati, the city depicts a vibrant Assamese township and culture. The scenic beauty of Bongaigaon is well preserved.

The city of Bongaigaon is famous for the remnants of Buddhist culture, which can be seen in its hilly caves (also known as Gumphas) and the stone carvings of the Jogighopa hill rocks.

BONGAIGAON ATTRACTIONS:

1. Bagheswari Hill & Temple
2. Koya – Kujia Bill
3. Rock Cut Caves
4. Tamranga Lake
5. Birjhora Tea Estate
6. The Lalmati – Duramari Ganesh Temple
7. Jogighopa and Pancharatna
8. Abhayapuri

One can experience the best of everything in Darang from spellbinding nature to a rich past and unique culture and heritage. The place finds its roots dating back to the 16th century with a mention in the Mahabharata. One can witness relics of the past displayed all over the place. Don’t you dare miss visiting Darang on your Assam trip if you love exploring places rich with culture and flora-fauna!

DARANG ATTRACTIONS:

1. Gandhi Smriti Park
2. Patharughat Swaheed Minar
3. Satras
4. Bar Masjid
5. Engil Baba’s Mazaar
6. Batha Beel
7. Pukuria Beel
8. Baladev Pukhuri
9. Jaypal Pukhuri
10. Kamakhsya Devalaya

The town of Morigaon, located 80 km east of Guwahati, is the administrative headquarters of the Morigaon district. Enriched with a strong regional history, fascinating legends and unique traditions and culture, the town and the surrounding regions are home to many religious and cultural sites. The River Brahmaputra marks the northern limits of the district and the west offers the sight of snow-capped Himalayas. The district of Morigaon is also an agricultural land where vegetables, jute, mustard, wheat, and paddy are mainly grown and provide a steady source of income for the locals. Dotted with many attractions and enriched with flora and fauna, Morigaon is also known as Marigaon.

MORIGAON ATTRACTIONS:

1. Sitajakhala
2. Sivakunda
3. Kachasila Hill
4. Mayong Assam also known as ‘The land of black magic’
5. Deosal Siva Temple
6. Asia’s Largest Dry Fish Market
7. Joon Beel

Dispur is the beautiful capital of Assam packed with panoramic views, unique traditions, and rich tribal culture. Declared as Assam’s capital in 1973, the city houses some of the important buildings of the state like the Assam Secretariat, State Emergency Operations Center, and State Assemble House.

Dotted with several Hindu temples, one can witness the distinctive culture of the state. Dispur is also famous as a tea auction market and is situated on the outer skirts of Guwahati at a mere distance of about 10 km. Enriched in flora and fauna and adorned with beautiful weather throughout the year, visit Dispur for a perfect vacation.

Located at the base of the eastern Himalayas in Assam, Nalbari is a perfect getaway to explore the wilderness of nature with its vast Paddy fields and dense forests. With the Indo-Bhutan border marking the north boundary of the district while the Brahmaputra River lying on its south, Nalbari is a place of experiencing culture and nature together.

This place is also a land of worship, spirituality, and many ancient temples attracting tourists not only from India but from across the globe to seek blessings.

NALBARI ATTRACTIONS:

1. Buddhist Temple
2. Hari Mandir
3. Billeswar Temple
4. Shripur Bewalay Mandir
5. Daulashal Temple
6. Jaypal Than
7. Basudeb Devalay
8. Thetha Gohain
9. Bhageshwari Guri Dewalay
10. Ganga Pukhari
11. Mahmara Pukhari
12. Angradhowa Pukhari
13. Fenguwa Rampat
14. Sonkuhira

The serene location, paddy fields, the temples, and the culture makes Dhemaji an experience in itself. The town’s name Dhemaji is believed to be derived from a combination of two Assamese words “dhal” meaning “flood” and “Dhemaji” meaning “play”.

Dhemaji is a small yet very important district of Assam and it is located in the northeast part of Assam. Dhemaji district borders with Arunachal Pradesh and is part of the Brahmaputra plains. It is considered very important from point of view of archeology. Dhemaji is inhabited by many Assamese tribes including Chutia, Ahoms, Sonowal Kacharis, Koches, Kalitas, Kaibartas, and other tribes like Mishings and Deoris, so you can experience their culture and way of living.

DHEMAJI ATTRACTIONS:

1. Gerukamukh
2. Malinithan
3. Maa Manipuri Than
4. Ghuguha Dol
5. Angling and Fishing

Newly discovered Bogamati is a picturesque spot perfect for picnics that lies at the mouth of river ‘Barnadi’ on the foothills on the Indo-Bhutan border, in the Baksa district, Assam. Inaugurated by Emanuel Muchahary, MLA of Tamulpur, about six years ago, the unexplored, panoramic view of the mountains creates a serene getaway for travelers. The major city and railway station is Guwahati 91 km away. ‘Bogamati’ refers to a white river in the Assamese and derives its name from the vast deposits of white sand and stone in the banks of the river.  The place is inhabited by Bodos, Assamese, and Nepalese and is known for its betel plantations and tea gardens. The locals depend exclusively on tourism in the area for their livelihood. The Dawra Ijhar Ecotourism Society is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the area and the safety of the tourists.