Capital city of Assam, Guwahati is the portal to the beautiful North-Eastern states of India. Spreading its beauty on the Brahmaputra river, this destination is home to magnificent flora and fauna. There are various beautiful destinations near Guwahati that can be explored over a weekend. Here are some of the options:

1. Shillong, Meghalaya

Usually referred to as the Scotland of the East, Shillong is home to gorgeous landscapes and a dream-like environment. One of the most sought after vacation destinations, Shillong welcomes thousands of tourists each year.

• Distance from Guwahati: ~100 km 
• Highlights: Umiam Lake, Elephant Falls, Shillong Peak, Police Bazaar

2. Cherrapunji, Meghalaya

Misty valleys, splashing rivers and mystical rainfall, describe Cherrapunji in the best way possible. If you wish to escape the noisy metropolitan atmosphere and indulge in some rejuvenation, visit this place and fall in love like magic. 

• Distance from Guwahati: ~150 km, nearest airport is Umroi Airport in Shillong
• Highlights: Nohkalikai Falls, Living Root Bridges, Mawsmai Cave, Seven Sisters Falls

3. Kaziranga National Park, Assam

Undisturbed and somewhat untouched by human presence, Kaziranga National Park is a beautiful abode to the world’s largest population of one-horned rhinoceroses. Other mammals that one can witness here include panthers, bears, tigers and much more.  

• Distance from Guwahati: ~200 km
• Highlights: One-Horned Rhinoceros, Elephant Safaris, Jeep Safaris, Kaziranga Orchid and Biodiversity Park

4. Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

A perfect and beautiful mix of Indo-Chinese culture, Tawang is the birthplace of the famous Dalai Lama. To gather the real essence of this place, take a hike at the Gorichen Peak, visit the Sela Pass or meditate at the Taktsang Gompa.

• Distance from Guwahati: ~450 km (accessible by flight via Tezpur) 
• Highlights: Tawang Monastery, Nuranang Falls, Jaswant Garh, Peng Teng Tso Lake, Urgelling Gompa, Taktsang Gompa

5. Gangtok, Sikkim

Himalayan beauty, spreading its glory in the lap of nature, Gangtok is a must-visit destination to experience the perfect mix of diversity and culture. The seizing beauty mixed with the exotic wildlife attracts tourists from all over the world. 

• Distance from Guwahati: ~460 km 
• Highlights: Tsomgo Lake, Tathagata Tsal, or Buddha Park, Flower exhibition center, Nathu La Pass, Tashi Viewpoint

6. Imphal, Manipur

Looking for an offbeat destination? Then head to Imphal and experience serenity like never before. Showing off its largest freshwater lake, this place will leave you awestruck with its beauty. 

• Distance from Guwahati: ~480 km, nearest airport is Tulihal Airport
• Highlights: Loktak Lake and Sendra Island, Kangla Fort, INA Memorial, Langthabal and Manipur Zoological Gardens.