When in Nasik, do as the Nasikities do… No matter if you are born in Nasik or shifted here recently; on a pilgrimage or tasting some great wines; there are few things one must experience in Nasik. Here is a collection of 101 things that you should try, to know and feel the real Nasik.
- Take a 'Pavitra Snan' in Godavari at Ramkund.
- Stroll through the grape farms.
- Instant stomach filler - Vada Pav at Krushnai, Ashok Stambh.
- Trip to Shirdi is incomplete without visit to the Wet 'n' Joy Water Park.
- Do not forget to pack some chatakdar Kondaji Chivda.
- Upwas?? No problem. Visit Sayantara for khamang sabudana wada.
- Roaming on College Road. Have coffee and baked samosa chat at Cafe Express.
- Big and Small temples enclosed around Ramkund. You will also witness the place where the iconic Kumbh Mela takes place.
- Pastry Lover's destination - Cafe Nescafe (PnR) College Road
- Yummy pani puri, bhel puri, ragda pattice at Nandan Sweets, College Road.
- Woolen shopping - Step into Tibetian market.
- Trip to holy city of Nasik incomplete without visit to Trimbakeshwar.
- Chamchamit Misal at Sudarshan, Makhamalabad.
- On the way to Trimbakeshwar, do not miss Anjaneri and Coin museum.
- Maghai Pan at Sonali pan bhandar near Hotel Chaan.
- Trekking lovers - visit Harihargad.
- Chilled delicious ice cream - Dairy Don, M.G Road is an all time favorite.
- Hire a Cool Cab to roam around Nasik - Mahamarg Bus Stand, Mumbai Naka.
- Handcraft material lovers - Clothes at Khadi Gramodyog Store, Main Road will please you.
- Assal marathmol mansahari jevan at Divtya Budhlya on Gangapur Road.
- Pandavleni - the cave structures and carvings are really artistic.
- Experience the divinity of Sai Baba - visit Shirdi.
- Favorite of every Nasikkar - Pineapple Juice, Samartha Juice Centre, Ravivar Karanja.
- Bargain Shopping at main road, heart of the city.
- Glittering jewelry market of Saraf with its renowned jewelers. Do not forget to buy silver ware here after all Nasik is famous for its silver.
- Scent in the air, fresh flowers at Phul Bazar every morning.
- Jog, walk or relax at the Goda Park.
- Bird's eye view of Nasik, High in the air - Gliding at Glider's Club, Nasik Road.
- Beat the heat with a swim in the Veer Savarkar Taran Talav on Trimbak Road.
- Hot and crispy samosa with special chutni at Jalaram Sweets, College Road.
- Sip the best wine witnessing spectacular green grape farms at Sula Vineyards.
- Want coffee at 1 a.m? Go to the 24*7 Cafe Coffee Day at Hotel Ginger.
- Pray for your wish to come true at ancient Navshya Ganpati Temple, Gangapur Road.
- Go a little further down the same road and enjoy boating at Someshwar.
- Proceed further to reach the Dudhsagar waterfall and the sacred Balaji Temple.
- Garama garam Jalebi and fafda of Budha Halwai.
- Catch your own fish and enjoy cooking as well as eating it at Ojharkhed Dam.
- No match for the mouth watering Viju's dabeli on College Road.
- Seen 8 people sharing 1 rickshaw? Witness and experience this height of adjustment here.
- Watch the clouds land on earth and enjoy picnic spots at Igatpuri.
- Discover yourself at the 10 days meditation camp at Dhammagiri / Vipassana International Academy.
- Special yearly visitors of Nasik - migratory birds arriving at Nandurmadhameshwar Bird Sanctuary.
- Getting married? Shop at showrooms on Main Road and Shalimar for the perfect outfits.
- Do not miss to catch the Dankebaaz beats of Nasik Dhol along with lazim. If it is the Ganpati festival, go to the Gulalwadi Talim Sangh near Dahipool.
- Bubbling soda sip at Raut Soda, Ravivar Karanja.
- Navratri Special - Visit the Kalika mandir and have a great time on the giant wheels at the Kalika Fair.
- Theatre lover? Kalidas Kala Mandir is your destination.
- Late night or early morning tea at the Nasik Road Railway Station.
- Mouth watering Pav Bhaji at Mama's, College Road.
- Tadka Dal, Shev Bhaji with Bhakri and Thecha at Hari Om Dhaba on Mumbai-Agra Highway.
- Chinese street food at Tibetian market and authentic Chinese food at Mainland China.
- Mesmerizing sunrise and sunset from the hill station - Saputara
- Enjoy your stay king size at Taj Gateway.
- Buffet lunch at Ginger - True value for money.
- Visit the architectural splendor of oldest Church in Nasik - St. Thomas, Indiranagar (Open on Sundays only)
- Livett Market, Deolali - Perfect to go on a shopping spree.
- Temple Hill, Deolali - Must visit for a 360 degree view of Nasik city.
- Delicious chicken biryani at Shalimar biryani, Dwarka.
- Pure vegetarian? Go to Shri Krishna for fast food and Front Page for dinner.
- Pack some raisins from the stalls at Central Bus Stand on your way back from Nasik.
- Morning jog or evening strolls at Jogger's Park or Golf Club Ground.
- Chi-Cha's cutting Chai at Salim's on College Road.
- One-stop shopping at India's Third Largest Mall - City Centre Mall, Untawadi.
- A walk through history - Ramshej Fort, Peth Road.
- Savored by Nasikites for over a century - Malai Peda of the Pandey Mithai, adjoining Ram Setu Bridge.
- Lip smacking gulab jamun and Bengali mithai of Sagar Sweets, College Road.
- Late night boiled Kesar-Elaichi-Masala milk and Donuts at Central Bus Stand.
- Snooker zone at Dev's Arcade and City Centre Mall.
- Visit to the marble sculpted temple of Muktidham and get a feeling of contentment of visiting all the four Dhams in India.
- Only museum in India exhibiting rich mineral treasures - Gargoti at Sinnar.
- Go for a romantic long drive ahead of Someshwar on Gangapur Road.
- Run for a social cause - Join the Nasik Run, held in January every year.
- Jumping into the 'Rahad', in Panchavti, on Rangpanchami.(the festival of Holi)
- A 'patta' on College Road. Confused on what is patta? Simply, vrooming around College Road for no reason except performing stunts to impress girls.
- Witness the process of wine making at the Sula Wines.
- Inayat cafe - A full-fledged bar is popular amongst the localities too.
- You thought Main Road is only about shopping. If shopping is not your forte, test your driving skills on the overcrowded Main Road.
- Taste the best sukhi bhel - ask for Bhel bhatta at Sanap Bandhu, Ravivar Karanja.
- Gaming freak? Go to Time Zone, City Centre Mall.
- Munch on a plain nankhatai or a kiwi cream roll at Jahagirdar Bakery at Canada Corner.
- A perfect Sunday brunch at Vitthal Kamats, College Road.
- Relish Italian and Mexican delicacies in relaxing environment at Little Italy, Sula Wines.
- A unique experience of agro-tourism like living in tree house, enjoying rain dance, Maharashtrian recipes at Bamboo House near Adgaon.
- Diverse exhibitions from arts and craft to industry products at Dongre Vastigruh, Gangapur Road.
- Experience the mini Woodstock - a blend of wine, food and music at Sulafest, held every year at Sula Wines.
- In a hurry? Quick sandwich bite and juice sip at Thunder Point, Gangapur Road.
- Enjoy an escape at Mystic Valley Resort located near Kasara Ghat.
- A day long picnic at Gangapur Dam ending with watching the sun set into the horizon. Mughlai Mutton at Kokani Darbar.
- Spend an entire day at Sanskriti Hotel to experience the village life.
- Go to the Cantonment Area at Deolali Camp. If it is possible take permission in advance to enter the army area. A great opportunity to witness the army life.
- If you wish to witness youth and student life, take a stroll down the College Road. It has its name due to the line of colleges of Gokhale Education Society.
- Mangi-Tungi - A Challenging trek for trekkers.
- It's a good idea to spend time seeing a number of poly-houses, sheltering colorful flowers, which stand along the Janori-Mohadi Road, near Ojhar.
- Sita Gumpha - A sacred place to explore.
- Yummy delicious varieties of Chocolate at Toccata, College Road.
- A chance to get a glimpse of MiG aircrafts at Pragati Museum, Ojhar MiG.
- From Chinese to Chat and Pav Bhaji to Vada Pav, everything is available at the street food stalls at Nehru garden, Shalimar. Do not miss Shaukinchi Chavdar Bhel.
- Thandagaar lassi with Kaju and Kesar at Hotel Asha, Devi Chowk, Nasik Road.
- Shop for traditional and modern copper utensils at Nasik's famous Bhandi bazaar.
- Sizzling Sizzlers at 12 to 12 restaurant, Samarth Nagar.
- Enjoy a variety of street food at Cidco chowpati which is incomplete without the delicious Kapse Kulfi.




