Almora Tourism Tourist Places & Things to Do

Almora is a historic Kumaon ridge town known for old bazaars, carved temples, copperware, regional food and access to Kasar Devi, Binsar and Jageshwar.

The old town occupies a horse-saddle ridge with steep pedestrian lanes. Kasar Devi, Binsar and Jageshwar lie outside town on separate mountain routes.

Choose accommodation near the main purpose of your Almora trip and group each day by area. This guide covers attractions, neighbourhoods, weather, transport, food and practical planning without relying on schedules or prices that quickly become outdated.

The old town occupies a horse-saddle ridge with steep pedestrian lanes. Kasar Devi, Binsar and Jageshwar lie outside town on separate mountain routes.

Almora rewards travellers who combine its headline sights with local neighbourhoods and food.

• Landmarks: Lala Bazaar, Kasar Devi Temple, Chitai Golu Devta Temple, Bright End Corner, Govind Ballabh Pant Museum, Jageshwar Temples.
• Food: Try bal mithai, singori, aloo ke gutke, bhatt ki churkani, chainsoo and mandua-based breads at clean local kitchens.
• Culture: Nanda Devi Mahotsav, Dussehra traditions and regional temple fairs are important cultural periods. Jageshwar and village events require respectful dress and behaviour.
• Practical travel: select a stay close to the day's main area to reduce road time.