Holi 2025: It’s that time of year when India is gearing up for a splash of colours. This year, Holi falls on Friday, March 14. Travellers across the nation are looking forward to the long weekend ahead (Fri-Sat-Sun) for an escape.
But do not worry if you haven’t planned your trip yet! Irrespective of which city you’re currently in—Delhi, Mumbai, or Bengaluru—we’ve got you covered. LiveMint has curated a list of cities for your Holi getaway.
Short trips from Delhi
If you’re looking for a short road trip from Delhi, nearby cities such as Agra, Jaipur, and Rishikesh, among others, could make for wonderful getaways.
Short trips from Mumbai
Goa is likely to be the first place that could come to anyone’s mind when we mention a weekend getaway from Mumbai. However, there are some other places too:
Other popular destinations
Iconic Holi hotspots such as Vrindavan and Mathura can also make for the perfect getaway.
According to a report by Skyscanner, there has been a 353 per cent surge in flight searches to Agra, which is the nearest airport to Vrindavan and Mathura. The report states that travellers also consider Varanasi, which has emerged as the top preference.
(Disclosure: The list has been drawn up from several travel portals and blogs, and is purely suggestive)
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