Gangtok viewpoints include Tashi View Point, Ganesh Tok and Hanuman Tok, three stops around the city with different draws: mountain scenery, a small shrine and a hilltop temple with panoramic views. You can visit them separately by taxi or combine them as part of a Gangtok sightseeing outing.
- Tashi View Point: visiting hours are 05:00–18:00; a luxury taxi return trip from Gangtok is ₹550 per vehicle.
- Ganesh Tok: visiting hours are 06:00–19:00; the luxury taxi return fare is ₹400 per vehicle for Ganesh Tok and/or Himalayan Zoological Park.
- Hanuman Tok: the temple is 11 km from Gangtok town; there is no admission fee, and a visit takes about one hour.
- Plan for different hours: published hours for Hanuman Tok range from 06:00–14:00, so confirm before visiting.
Tashi View Point
Tashi View Point is a viewpoint near Gangtok, with tea stalls selling drinks and snacks nearby. Incredible India gives its visiting hours as 05:00–18:00.
A luxury taxi return trip from Gangtok costs ₹550 per vehicle. Gonjang Monastery, Sikkim Himalayan Zoological Park and Bakthang Waterfall are places to visit beyond the viewpoint, giving you options to add to the day.
If you are planning to include the city’s viewpoints in a single day, this one-day Gangtok itinerary also runs from MG Marg to the viewpoints.
Ganesh Tok
Ganesh Tok is a hilltop stop with a shrine dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Its visiting hours are 06:00–19:00.
The shrine is small enough to accommodate one person at a time, and a taxi is recommended for reaching it. A luxury taxi return trip from Gangtok to Ganesh Tok and/or Himalayan Zoological Park costs ₹400 per vehicle.
That combined fare can suit a visit that includes both places. Check the Sikkim Tourism website for current fare details before arranging transport.
Hanuman Tok
Hanuman Tok is a hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman, with panoramic views of Gangtok. Its viewing gallery is reached by a stairway lined with bells.
The temple is 11 km from Gangtok town, has no admission fee and takes about one hour to visit. A luxury taxi return trip from Gangtok costs ₹700 per vehicle. Hanuman Tok is on the route toward Nathula.
Published temple hours range from 06:00–14:00, so confirm them before setting out.
Choosing a route between the viewpoints
You can visit the three viewpoints separately or consider a full-day Gangtok sightseeing package that includes them. Separate luxury taxi return fares from Gangtok are ₹550 per vehicle for Tashi View Point, ₹400 for Ganesh Tok and/or Himalayan Zoological Park, and ₹700 for Hanuman Tok.
A full-day package covers any 10 of 14 named points, including all three viewpoints, with fares varying by vehicle category. Check the Sikkim Tourism website before you go for current fare details.
For a stay in Gangtok, Greendale Residence puts the viewpoints among the area’s visitor stops.
When visibility and access matter
Visibility matters when visiting outdoor viewpoints, but no particular hour or season guarantees clear mountain views. Gangtok’s seasonal weather and events are useful factors to consider when choosing when to make the outing.
Posted hours for Hanuman Tok differ between sources: Incredible India does not specify them, while Sikkim Tourism gives 06:00–14:00. Check the official site before you go: use Incredible India for its posted hours and Sikkim Tourism for current taxi fares and Hanuman Tok details.
FAQs
Which Gangtok viewpoint has a temple?
Ganesh Tok has a shrine dedicated to Lord Ganesh, while Hanuman Tok is a hilltop temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
Is there an admission fee for Hanuman Tok?
Hanuman Tok has no admission fee.
How long should you allow for Hanuman Tok?
Allow about one hour for a visit.
Can you visit Tashi View Point with nearby attractions?
Gonjang Monastery, Sikkim Himalayan Zoological Park and Bakthang Waterfall are places to visit beyond Tashi View Point.