When to Go

Shillong is a year-round destination. Summers are mild with March and April being ideal, and monsoons are a great time to visit the waterfalls. The months of October and November are cool enough to enjoy a winter getaway.

Eat

City Hut Family Dhaba: Serving delicious North Indian and Chinese cuisine as well as tasty barbeque offerings, City Hut Family Dhaba is a popular eatery in Shillong.

Café Shillong: Located in bustling Laitumkhrah, Café Shillong is well-loved by locals for its ambience and live music acts, as well as for its delicious coffees and an array of Pan-Asian, Northeastern and Continental mains; don’t miss the khow suey and Shillong noodles with smoked pork.

Trattoria: The extremely busy canteen- style Trattoria is the place to go to try out local Khasi delicacies, which are predominantly pork-based. While some of the offerings are acquired tastes, it does have a few chicken and vegetarian options. Try the lunch platter to sample a bit of everything, and do head there early, or you might not get any food.

Sleep

Housed in a typical ‘ Shillong-style’ old bungalow. Café Shillong – Bed & Breakfast offers elegant and comfortable rooms fitted with modern amenities.

Located in a restored Assamese-style home, the utterly charming Aerodene Cottage is a boutique guesthouse situated in the heart of Shillong. Expect quaint and cozy rooms, soft linens, great service, wonderful wholesome food and a whole lot of peace and quiet here.

Overlooking the Umiam Lake and the surrounding Khasi Hills, the Ri Kynjai – Serenity By The Lake boutique resort boasts delightful cottages inspired by Khasi architecture and comfortable, spacious rooms. Enjoy north-eastern and local delicacies at the Sao Aiom restaurant and relax with a traditional Khasi massage at the Khem Janai spa.