If you want to escape from your busy life and your workplace for some time then all you need is a short trip. For this, you can choose the part of Mumbai Western Ghats. It is easily accessible by road and is not very far from Mumbai city. So pack your bags and set out with your family to these beautiful places where your mind will find great peace.

Igatpuri
Igatpuri is one of the good places to visit near Mumbai, especially during the onset of monsoon. If you are coming here for a short trip then you can enjoy the natural beauty of this place. Because the ghat here is full of the highest peaks and breathtaking valleys. It is also a place to visit for history lovers who would love to visit the historical attractions here.

Malshej Ghat
Malshej Ghat is also one of the best places to visit near Mumbai. It is the best place for hiking, trekking, and staying amidst lush greenery. This is the best place in Mumbai for people to spend quality time with their loved ones. The weather here is very pleasant to get relief from the scorching heat. Malshej Ghat is rich in flora and fauna and is a beautiful place to view migratory birds.

Lonavala
When talking about the best places to visit in Maharashtra, how can Lonavala be left out? This famous hill station of the Indian state is the best place near Mumbai to plan a short weekend with your friends or partner. The weather here is very pleasant to avoid the scorching humid heat. Apart from this, the natural beauty and relaxing view here make it a wonderful place that you would not expect in Mumbai.

Nasik
Nashik, famous for its vineyards, is also known as the wine capital of India. This place is one of the best places near Mumbai. There are lots of things to do here including wine tasting and being part of a grape-crushing tour. This will also give you information about different wines. Apart from this, there are many temples and churches here to find peace.

Khandala
With the mention of Khandala, who can forget the famous Bollywood song ''Aati Kya Khandala'' sung by actor Aamir Khan in his 1998 film Ghulam? This famous hill station of Maharashtra is situated in the foothills of the Western Ghats and is near Lonavala. This place is the best place for those who want to see gushing waterfalls, lush greenery, tranquil lakes, and beautiful valleys. This is the best place to beat the scorching heat and refresh your mind and body.

Mahabaleshwar
Mahabaleshwar is one of the prominent names in the list of hill stations in Maharashtra. Located in the southern region of Mumbai, it has everything to attract tourists. The place is famous for its fascinating natural beauty, ancient temples, and much more. There is a lot to see here including strawberry fields, evergreen forests, tranquil lakes, majestic peaks and valleys.

Matheran
Matheran is one of the places near Mumbai. In Matheran, you can shop for jams, sweet chikkis and decorative bags. Note, that this place is eco-friendly, so you won't expect to see private vehicles plying around. Only hand or horse-drawn rickshaws are allowed here.

Lavasa
Lavasa is an attractive hill station. You can plan a short trip here with your family and friends or even alone. The idea behind this place was inspired by Portofino, a famous town in Italy. Its infrastructure and beauty attract the tourists coming here. Other important features that make Lavasa a great place to visit are its pleasant climate, big malls, and grand resorts.

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