Gulmarg is rightly called the 'Meadow of Flowers' for its lush green slopes are decorated with colorful never before seen flowers. The must visit places around Gulmarg are Khilanmarg, Alpather Lake, the shrine of Baba Reshmi and Apharwat Peak.
A Gulmarg tour is the perfect one for sports lovers. Professionals, amateurs and even beginners can enjoy skiing in the favorable snowy slopes. Skiing equipments like skiing boards, sticks, mufflers, gloves, caps etc. are available in hire and instructors are there to teach and guide you. Leisure sports like golf is a prime attraction of the place. The green course, serene atmosphere and availability of golf kits make it a haven for golf lovers.
A tour to Gulmarg will obviously include some wonderful treks, especially the one to Apharwat Peak. The trekking route to Khilanmarg is blessed with breath taking natural beauty. There is no dearth of quality accommodations in Gulmarg with several huts and hotels providing modern amenities. Two leading hotels of the area are:
- Hotel Hilltop
- Hotel Highlands Park


