New Year carries importance in everyone’s life. For many, it is an opportunity to have a weekend getaway, and for many, it leads to fresh new beginnings. It is surely a reason to celebrate and spend time with loved ones. So why not explore the less explored places near Mumbai this New Year? Here is a list of places that you can visit near Mumbai:

Places to Visit this New Year near Mumbai
Alibag, Maharashtra
Known for its sandy beaches and coconut groves, Alibag is a popular getaway due to its ancient fort ruins. It takes you away from the hustle and bustle of the city while allowing you to enjoy the sandy beaches and water along with any sporting activity you may take part in.
During New Year, one of the top sightseeing locations in Alibag is its Korlai Fort, which has attracted a lot of trekking enthusiasts with time. Moreover, you can stay overnight at some of the best family hotels in Alibag, such as SPOT ON 91549 Neeta Hill Resort and Collection O 15152 Raghusheela Cottage.

Matheran, Maharashtra
Near Mumbai, the hill station of Matheran has many top sightseeing places, such as Louisa Point, Monkey Point, Charlotte lake, etc. You could spend your New Year’s weekend at Matheran and take a leisurely walk on the hilltop, have some comfort food, and take a trip on a horse to view the 12 points of the hill.
Matheran is located approximately 800 meters above sea level on the Western Ghats and, for the most part, is undisturbed and surrounded by tranquillity. It has no rush of buses and cars and has an eco-friendly environment. You can book nearby OYO Rooms like OYO 64703 Shalimar Resort and OYO 62904 Hotel Ayaan Valley House to make your vacation a memorable experience.

Diu, Daman and Diu
If you seek solitude but do not want to travel farther from Mumbai, you can visit Diu, which has many offbeat and beautiful beaches. Diu is special because of its pristine clear water and incredible beaches, where you can enjoy solitude away from Mumbai’s monotonous and tiresome life.
During New Year’s, you can visit some top sightseeing places in Diu, such as the Nagoa beach, Naida caves, and Gangeshwar Mahadev temple. Diu is breathtakingly beautiful at all times of the year and can help you get beautiful experiences this new year’s eve. Check out Palette Hotel Ocean Inn, OYO 29155 Village Hotel, OYO 14549 Hotel Lotus Residency and many more amazing OYO hotels in this area.

Nashik, Maharashtra
As the third largest place in Maharashtra after Pune and Mumbai, Nashik is well-known for being where the Kumbh Mela is held. Also known as the wine capital of India, you can visit one of the top sightseeing locations in Nashik, the Sula Vineyards and have some of the best wines in the country.
The city also boasts ancient temples such as Ramkund and Trimbakeshwar Temple. You could also go trekking on the Brahmagiri hill and form an entire travelogue on how you spent your New Year exploring some of the best places in Nashik. While in Nashik, you can explore some of the best family hotels in Nashik, such as OYO 77484 Hotel Saroj, OYO 46833 Hotel Sai Chhatra etc.; these hotels offer multiple services at affordable prices making your stay convenient.

Ganapatipule, Maharashtra
Located in the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, Ganapatipule is a small town with a calm and serene atmosphere where you could spend your New Year at a beach. You can feast on some of the best Konkani food and visit traditional handicraft shops along with Ganapatipule Ganesh Temple in the village markets. The weather of the New Year is perfect for a weekend getaway.
In the town of Ganapatipule, you can have a comfortable stay at OYO 49075 Hotel Sadanand, Townhouse OAK Hotel Vihar Deluxe, etc., which are truly accommodating as some of the best family hotels.

Conclusion
New Year is meant for spending time with your loved ones anywhere you want. You can go to one of the places provided in the list above. No matter where you venture, you can book your living accommodations at OYO rooms, which provide you with the best family hotels at a reasonable price and great amenities.

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