attraction · Shimla Hills · 2,205 m

Taxi to The Ridge (Shimla)

The Ridge is Shimla's central open promenade, running east to west. Christ Church (1857), Scandal Point, and access to Mall Road all radiate from here. Best evening walk.

Best time
Year-round. Mar–Jun and Sep–Nov most pleasant.
Altitude
2,205 m
Region
Shimla Hills
Cheapest fare
2,500

Taxi fares to The Ridge (Shimla)

One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.

FromDistanceTimeSedanSUVInnova
Shimla0 km1 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Chandigarh87 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Mandi110 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kullu147 km4 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kasol158 km5 hrs2,7003,4004,200Details
Manali196 km6 hrs3,3004,1005,100Details
Dharamshala229 km7 hrs3,9004,9006,000Details
Delhi429 km13 hrs7,8009,80012,100Details

Why visit The Ridge (Shimla)

  • Christ Church (1857)
  • Scandal Point statue
  • Mall Road access
  • Live evening performances
  • Kalibari Temple nearby
  • Central Shimla
Practical note: No vehicles allowed. Access on foot from Cart Road via lifts or steps.

Which vehicle for The Ridge (Shimla)?

Sedan (Dzire/Etios)

Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.

SUV (Ertiga/XL6)

Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.

Innova Crysta

High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.

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