Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden is a Srinagar garden on the Zabarwan foothills, overlooking Dal Lake. Its annual Tulip Festival takes place at the onset of spring, making the season central to planning a visit.
- Setting: sloping terraces beneath the Zabarwan Range, above Dal Lake.
- The Tulip Festival is held annually at the onset of spring.
- Check the official site before you go for current opening and ticket details.
Where is the Tulip Garden in Srinagar?
The garden stands at the foothills of the Zabarwan Range, overlooking Dal Lake. The Srinagar district administration describes it as Asia’s largest tulip garden, covering about 30 hectares.
Its seven terraces follow sloping ground, with tulips alongside hyacinths, daffodils and ranunculus. The garden opened in 2007 to promote floriculture and tourism in the Kashmir Valley.
The hillside location also puts the garden in a scenic part of Srinagar. The nearby Nishat Bagh can fit into a broader outing around the lake and its gardens.
When does the garden open and bloom?
The Tulip Festival is an annual celebration held at the onset of spring in the Kashmir Valley. The garden’s opening dates and hours can vary by season, so confirm the current schedule before setting out.
Opening hours
- Monday to Sunday: 9:00–19:00
Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.
Think of the festival as a seasonal window rather than a fixed set of dates. Check the official site before you go for the current schedule.
Tickets, entry and visitor access
Confirm ticket prices, booking arrangements and entry rules for the season you plan to visit.
Allow for the garden’s sloping layout across seven terraces when considering access. Check current visitor arrangements before you travel, especially if you need specific accessibility information.
How do you get to the garden?
The garden is about a 19-minute drive from Naqash Residency in Srinagar, while the walk takes about 79 minutes. The Srinagar district administration gives the garden’s distances as 22 km from Sheikh ul Alam International Airport, 18 km from Srinagar Railway Station and 8 km from Lal Chowk.
Use current directions for your travel day rather than relying on a past traffic plan. Public-transport connections from the hotel are not confirmed, so check local route options if you are not driving.
What can you pair with a garden visit?
For more time by the water, a Dal Lake shikara ride or shore visit can complement the garden.
Pari Mahal is another nearby attraction, and Kashmir Tourism places it 5 km from Dal Lake.
The garden area can also anchor a one-day Srinagar itinerary.
FAQs
What is the Tulip Festival in Srinagar?
It is an annual celebration held at the onset of spring in the Kashmir Valley.
How large is Indira Gandhi Memorial Tulip Garden?
The Srinagar district administration describes the garden as about 30 hectares in size.
What flowers can you see besides tulips?
The garden also includes hyacinths, daffodils and ranunculus.
How many terraces does the garden have?
The garden is arranged across seven terraces on sloping ground.