Baramulla District · Kashmir Valley
Gulmarg: Things to Do, Food, Markets & Local Guide
On the ground in Gulmarg: where to eat, how to get around the meadow, where to hire snow gear, and the practical side of a day at the gondola or on the slopes.
Overview
Gulmarg is Kashmir's meadow-and-ski resort at 2,650 metres, about 50 km from Srinagar. This is the practical, on-the-ground guide: getting around, where to eat, hiring snow gear, and combining the gondola with nearby spots. For the full attractions and best-time guide, see our Gulmarg travel guide.
Gulmarg on the Map
Things to Do & Places to Visit in Gulmarg
Gulmarg Gondola
View on map →The two-phase cable car to Apharwat. Go early to beat queues; tickets for each phase are bought at the base station.
Skiing & Snow Play
View on map →Lift-served and backcountry skiing in winter; sledging and snow play for everyone else.
Gulmarg Golf Course
View on map →One of the highest golf courses in the world, playable in summer.
Maharani Temple & Meadow Walks
View on map →A small hilltop temple and gentle walks across the meadow toward Khilanmarg.
Food & Restaurants in Gulmarg
Dining in Gulmarg is centred on the hotels and resorts near the gondola and the market area, serving Kashmiri, Indian, and simple continental food, plus hot kahwa and Maggi points for skiers. Options are limited and pricier than Srinagar, so plan meals around your hotel.
Find restaurants in GulmargMarkets & Bazaars in Gulmarg
Gulmarg has a small market near the gondola for essentials, snacks, and souvenirs. Most snow gear (jackets, gumboots, gloves) is hired in Tangmarg on the way up or from operators in Gulmarg itself.
Find markets in GulmargHow to Reach Gulmarg
Gulmarg is about 50 km (2 hours) from Srinagar via Tangmarg, where the road climbs the final 13 km to the meadow. In heavy snow the last stretch can need chains or a transfer. Within Gulmarg, getting around is on foot, by pony, or by the gondola.
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Gulmarg FAQs
Where do you eat in Gulmarg?
Dining in Gulmarg is mostly at the hotels and resorts near the gondola and in the small market area, serving Kashmiri and Indian food plus kahwa and quick bites for skiers. Options are limited, so plan meals around your accommodation.
Where can you hire snow gear for Gulmarg?
Snow gear such as jackets, gumboots, and gloves is usually hired in Tangmarg on the way up to Gulmarg, or from operators in Gulmarg itself. Rates are set locally; agree the price before hiring.
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