Saffron-painted building of Tapkeshwar Mahadev Temple in Dehradun (photo: Abhishek Royal, Unsplash)

Places to Visit Near Tapkeshwar Temple

Tapkeshwar is on the north-west side of Dehradun, close to the Forest Research Institute and Robber's Cave. Sahastradhara, Mussoorie and Rishikesh make longer half-day or day trips.

Closest sightForest Research Institute
River caveRobber's Cave
SpringSahastradhara
Hill stationMussoorie

Our guides to places near Tapkeshwar

Places around Tapkeshwar

PlaceDistanceWhat it isWhen
Forest Research Institute≈ 4-5 kmColonial campus with forestry museumsAll year (closed Sundays)
Dehradun Clock Tower≈ 6-7 kmCity centre and Paltan BazaarAll year
Robber's Cave (Guchhupani)≈ 8-10 kmRiver cave where a stream disappears undergroundMar - Jun, Sep - Nov
Sahastradhara≈ 15-18 kmSulphur springs, caves and ropewayMar - Jun, Sep - Nov
Mussoorie≈ 35-40 kmHill station on the ridge above DehradunAll year
Rishikesh≈ 50-55 kmYoga town on the GangaOct - Apr

Distances are by road and approximate; they depend on the route and traffic through Dehradun.

Places Near Tapkeshwar: FAQs

Can I see Tapkeshwar and Robber's Cave on the same day?

Yes. They are about 8-10 km apart. Do Tapkeshwar early in the morning, then Robber's Cave before lunch.

Which famous place is closest to Tapkeshwar?

The Forest Research Institute, about 4-5 km away. Note that it is usually closed on Sundays.

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