If you live in India and are planning to out of India to bring in the New Year. Stop and wait a minute and think about the beautiful places of India. You have never explored in your own nation, things you don't have the foggiest idea, cultural habits you haven’t come across before. Trust us when we say this, there is so much more to see in India than what meets the eye. So before you decide to burn a huge hole in your pocket and travel abroad, check out you and experience places you haven't ventured foot in before this.

India is home to some of the most delightful and fun places on the planet. So when it's the ideal opportunity for New Year's Eve, one can browse a plenty of goals to visit and have an extraordinary time. Trips Gateway presents to you a list of the best New Year Destinations in India.

Friends, family, or your better half, whoever you’re planning to celebrate, this list of best places to celebrate New Year in India will help you freeze on a destination in a snap!

New Year is the best time to take a break from your everyday tasks and get engaged with some fun and excitement with family/friends. Even though it may be a short span of time, it makes sense to escape and search some of best places to celebrate New Year in India.

Goa is truly outstanding and delightful spots to celebrate to New Year in India as it is a paradise for beach, party lovers and sea food. With the cheap booze and beach shacks every few metres, Goa is a perfect place for a vacation around New Year. If that’s not enough, Goa is also blessed with a wide range of biodiversity from sea-eagles to water buffaloes. Add the luxurious hotels, the umpteen food choices and the various party spots to the list - you currently have the best places to observe New Year.

Things to do – The Goa state consists of several beaches, discos, visitor houses and resorts, you can hang out at any of these spots and commend your New Year with the best. Goa offers each and every drink type for you to celebrate this special day.  Eat and drink the fullest, dance in the bars and swim in the shorelines

Good for: Cheap booze, Carnivals, Beach, Parties, Sunburn Festival, Seafood

Gangtok is all about trekking, monasteries, pilgrimage, nature beauty and hills. This small town is also called the “Switzerland of the East”. So Gangtok is one of the best places to celebrate this New Year in India. Trekkers and mountain lovers do look out for Kanchenjunga, the third highest peak in the world. Now, imagine spending the eve of New Year in a place with such beauty.

Attractions - Hills, Trekking, Natural Beauty, Buddhism, Hanuman Tok, Nathu LA Pass, Tashi View Point, Tsomogo Lake, Do Drul chorten, Rumtek Monastery, Tashiding Monastery,
Things to do - Island hopping do Monastery hopping or Forget beach hopping, trek to the Kanchenjunga or climb mountains.

Manali is the Indian most loved for seeing snowfalls and skiing so Manali is the best place to enjoy your New Year in India for the individuals who need to end their year on a high, both actually and figuratively. Take a ride on the TripsGateway or visit the choicest little winter destinations nearby. The natural beauty of this place is certain to liven up your spirits as the year ends.

Attractions - Rohtang pass, Solang Valley, Beas Kund, Hadimba temple, Kullu and Old Manali

Things to do - It is a place which will make you realize that road to heaven is not so far! Experience some startling activities on Manali trip, take part in some experience sports like trekking, Zorbing, horse riding, skiing, paragliding, outdoors where the skylines meet or just go for white waterway boating. Keep in mind to begin your New Year by taking the Manali-Leh thruway ride.

Famous for the Jaisalmer fort or Sonar Quila, the city of Jaisalmer is also known for its golden sand dunes and of course, the mystery of the The Desert itself; enjoy your New Year as you travel to this Golden city for exploring its deserts, camel safari and clear skies. The hue of the desert has given it the name of the “Golden City” and it’s one of Rajasthan’s most well known tourist destinations. The clear, starry nights giving you a stunning view of the Milky Way, the chill of the desert and of course, the slow and peaceful camel safari,  the local Rajasthani cuisine, make it one of the new year destinations in India where you can have the best time.

Attractions - Sand dunes, Jaisalmer fort, Camping, and Famous Monuments

Things to do - Take Selfies at the Palaces, Hop for Camel Safari, Finish your night by viewing the clear skies of the Milky Way, or taste some authentic Rajasthani cuisine and make your New Year special

Udaipur often called the Venice of the East. Udaipur, also known as the City of Lakes, is the crown jewel of the state of Rajasthan. Udaipur beauty is the joint effort of nature and humanity. Apart from lakes there are various things for tourists here, palaces, forts, temples and hills. A romantic heaven, the climate and surroundings of Udaipur have given it the informal title of the “Kashmir of Rajasthan”. Visit the place around New Year’s Eve if you want to be treated like royalty.

Attractions -  Pichola lake, Fateh Sagar Lake, City Palace, Jag Mandir Palace, Shilp gram, Saheliyo ki Bari, Eklingji temple and Jaisamand Lake.

The Andaman and Nicobar islands are one of the best places to celebrate New Year, with unique freshness in air, serene atmosphere and calm islands, make Andaman the best destinations in India. Add to it the pristine white sand beaches and the clean natural surrounding areas; this place becomes the ideal New Year getaway for everyone. Apart from the usual beaches and water sports activities, there are other tourist spots too one can visit while here. However, due to the increased popularity of this place, early reservations are definitely recommended.

Attractions – Elephant Beach, Neil Island, Chidiya Tapu, Ross Island, Bharatpur beach

Things to do - Wander on the Radhanagar beach, or welcome New Year in a different way by visiting the Cellular jail, taste some best seafood or relax at the Jolly Buoy Islands or cruise at Makruzz.
 

Kasol is a small village in the district Kullu, Himachal Pradesh, northern India. Parvati Valley, located here is one of the most beautiful destinations not only in India but in the world. If you are searching beautiful places for the New Year party? Then your search should end at village of Kasol. This paradise of Himachal Pradesh provides tourists with whatever they need. It would obviously be very cold here during New Year, but the great time you’ll spend here partying and breathing in the fresh mountain air and enjoying the scenic beauty, is bound to make you forget about the chill. With its crazy party scenes and beautiful natural scenery, this is the place to be during New Year’s Eve.

Attractions - Tosh, Malana, Parvathi River, Kheer Ganga, and Manikaran Gurudwara are some top attractions
 

Bangalore officially known as Bengaluru is the capital of the Indian state of Karnataka. The silicon valley of India, Bangalore, is an amalgam of the old and new. Bangalore, known for its IT hubs has many temples, museums, and shopping centers. Head here on the occasion of the new year for an eclectic celebration. The moderate climate, large green gardens and open spaces give it a positive and healthy aura all the year round. The youthful energy shows all around, especially if you are into shopping. A stroll on MG road and partaking in the city’s restaurant culture is definitely recommended.

Attractions – ISKCON Temple, Lal Bagh gardens, Wonderla, Bangalore palace, Freedom Park, Peninsular Gneiss and Hebbal Lake.

Mumbai is the capital city of the Indian state of Maharashtra. The city that never sleeps, Mumbai is totally a place for party animals. The heart of India is in Mumbai, visit this never sleeping city and begin your New Year. Mumbai is one of the best places to celebrate this New Year in India as this is the top best place for Party lovers. The city of dreams, which hosts everyone and everything, from rags to riches, from beaches to high rise, from slums to bungalows, from street vada-pao to luxurious 7-stars, Mumbai is the amalgamation of Indian culture and people. With many beaches and historical places to explore and clubs ready to give you a dazzling start to your new year – Mumbai caters to you the way you would like it to.

Attractions  -  Essel World, The Gateway of India, Chatrapathi Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya, Girgaum Chaupatty, Mount Mary Church and Bandra
 

Varanasi, also known as Kashi and Benaras, is the cultural capital of India. Varanasi is a melting pot, where both death and life come together. Best places to celebrate this New Year in India need not always be at a place to party or club or drink, instead you can rejuvenate your body and soul by travelling to Varanasi – Located on the Ganges Ghats, Varanasi is best way to welcome New Year.

Attractions -  Dasashwamedh Ghats, Kashi Viswanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Hanuman temple, Asi Ghats, Durga temple and BHU

Things to do - Sit at the Ghats and watch the spectacular fireworks, chant slokas and feel fresh, or purify your soul by visiting the numerous temples or go for Ghats hopping