What to see
Naini lake The lake is the heart and soul of the city with everything centring around it or in reference to it. The green colored water body has an ambience that strikes you as soon as you enter the city. You can enjoy the lake by having a boat ride either in self driven paddle boat or the one driven by the boat man. If you go with a boat man do enjoy his fables about the lake and the city itself.

       There is also a yachting club attached to the lake and a yachting festival is held every year in October which is a treat to watch with burning torches on the lake. Walking along the lake in itself is a great experiences the flora and fauna of the lake, and if you get tired you can rest on the benches provided all along the way. 

At one end of the lake is the Naina Devi temple, dedicated to goddess Naina. The devotees ask for grant of their wishes by tying a bell at the temple, so the place is studded with bells of all colors and sizes. 

          The Mall The Mall runs adjacent to the lake for most part starting from Tallital,the lower end to Mallital, the higher one. One can buy all sort of things on the mall including woolens, handicrafts, variety of eatables including fresh fruits and vegetables at Mallital. The speciality of the place are decorative wax candles which come in all shapes, sizes and colors. In peak season the mall is closed to vehicular traffic making it convenient for the tourists to stroll around and enjoy the surroundings. One can also take a horse ride on the mall and for exploring the adjoining areas.

             The Ropeway Another attraction of the station is the ropeway that takes you to the Snow View point at the height of 2270m and affords views of snow capped mountains around Nainital including the Naina Devi peak. Other vantage points for snow views are Laria Kanta, China peak, Alma peak Camel’s peak etc. Most can be reached on foot or horseback. The last motorable point is Land’s End with Tiffin Top nearby, a beautiful picnic spot to spend a day.
Hanumangarh temple ,St. John’s Church, the State Observatory, Sanjay Park, a botanical garden and Gufa Mhadev close to Sepoydhara are another places one can have a look at. Try the buransh sherbat made from a local red rhododendron flower, available at many place in and around Nainital. The one available at govt. outlets are hygienically prepared and last much longer. The drink is said to be good for heat stroke, asthma, hypertension etc.

What to buy 
Wollens, which are reasonably priced. Local handicraft made of wood. The best thing of course are the decorative candles. Fresh strawberies and mulbery in season. TIP Try the buransh sherbat made from a local red rhododendron flower, available at many places in and around Nainital. The one available at govt. outlets is hygienically prepared and lasts much longer. The drink is said to be good for heat stroke, asthma, hypertension etc.