Quick answer: Indira Tourist Park is a small hilltop picnic park at Kufri, east of Shimla, close to the Himalayan Nature Park (Kufri zoo). Travel listings describe it as a viewpoint with pony and yak rides, snack and ice-cream stalls and a games parlour, and say the food outlets are run by the Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC). We could not find an official page for the park, so its current timings, entry fee and facilities are unconfirmed as of October 2026. Ask locally in Kufri before you plan around it.
Indira Tourist Park at a glance
| Detail | What we could verify (October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Location | Kufri, Shimla district, near the Himalayan Nature Park |
| Distance from Shimla | The Himalayan Nature Park next door is about 16 km from Shimla (Himachal Pradesh Tourism) |
| Type | Picnic park and viewpoint |
| Timings and entry fee | Not published on an official source; check locally |
| Time needed | About an hour, usually as part of a Kufri day trip |
An earlier version of this article gave an entry fee of ₹10 for adults and ₹5 for children, with opening hours of 9 am to 6 pm. These figures appear only on travel blogs, not on any official source, so we have removed them.
What to expect at the park
Indira Tourist Park is a place to stop, take in the views of the hills around Kufri and let children enjoy a ride. Travel listings mention:
- pony and yak rides, which are the main attraction for families;
- a café, an ice-cream parlour and a bar, said to be run by HPTDC;
- a video games parlour;
- photo stalls where you can be photographed in traditional Himachali dress.
Facilities at small parks like this change often, so do not count on any particular one being open. Unlike the nearby nature park, Indira Tourist Park is not a wildlife attraction; you may only see monkeys and birds.
Why is it called Indira Tourist Park?
The park is named after Indira Gandhi, India’s first woman Prime Minister. An earlier version of this article said she visited the spot in 1972 to sign an agreement with Pakistan. We could not confirm that story. What is recorded is that Indira Gandhi and Pakistan’s President Zulfikar Ali Bhutto signed the Simla Agreement on 2 July 1972 at Barnes Court (now Raj Bhavan) in Shimla town, not at Kufri. We could not find a reliable source explaining when or why the park was named after her.
Another correction: the earlier version said the park is close to the “Great Himalayan National Park”. That national park is in Kullu district, far from Shimla. The park next to Indira Tourist Park is the Himalayan Nature Park at Kufri, a separate zoo-style park.
How to reach Indira Tourist Park
- By road: Kufri is on the highway east of Shimla towards Theog and Narkanda. Taxis and local buses run from Shimla. Traffic can be heavy on weekends and after snowfall.
- By rail: Shimla is the nearest railway station, reached by the Kalka–Shimla toy train. Continue by road to Kufri.
- By air: Shimla Airport is at Jubbarhatti; Chandigarh is the nearest large airport.
Tips for visiting
- Agree the price and duration of any pony or yak ride before you get on.
- Kufri is colder and windier than Shimla, so carry warm clothes in every season.
- In winter, snow can close or slow the road; check conditions before you leave Shimla.
- Keep food out of reach of monkeys.
Places to visit nearby
Indira Tourist Park is usually visited as part of a day trip to Kufri. Next door is the Himalayan Nature Park, which Himachal Pradesh Tourism says is home to more than 180 species of birds and animals. Kufri Fun World, about 18 km from Shimla, has what Himachal Pradesh Tourism calls “the highest go-kart track”. On the way back towards Shimla, stop at the viewpoint over Green Valley. Nature lovers can also read about the protected forests of the Shimla Water Catchment Sanctuary.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Indira Tourist Park?
At Kufri, east of Shimla, next to the Himalayan Nature Park.
What is the entry fee for Indira Tourist Park?
We could not find an official fee. Check at the gate; rides and food are paid separately.
Was the Simla Agreement signed at Indira Tourist Park?
No. It was signed on 2 July 1972 at Barnes Court (Raj Bhavan) in Shimla.
Is Indira Tourist Park good for children?
Yes, for a short stop. Pony and yak rides and snack stalls are the main draws, and the Himalayan Nature Park next door adds animals to see.
This page was checked in October 2026. Kufri distances and attractions were checked against Himachal Pradesh Tourism, and the Simla Agreement details against published records. No official source lists the park’s timings or fees, so confirm locally.
