Shillong Peak: 1965 metres above sea level and 10 kms from the
city, offers a panoramic view of entire Shillong, and is also the
highest point in the State.
Sohpetbneng Peak: 1,343 meter, 20 Kms from Shillong, regarded
as sacred by the Hynniewtrep people, is set amidst a beautiful scenic
view against the backdrop of a sacred forest.
Ward's Lake: A century old picturesque lake. Located in the
heart of the city, popular for short garden walks and boating. The local
people however prefer to call it Nan Polok (Polok's Lake) after an
executive engineer named Mr. Pollock.
Umiam Water Sports Complex: Developed upon the mighty
reservoir of the Umiam Hydro Electric Project, at Umiam, 16 kilometres
beforereaching Shillong. The campus consists of a beautiful Orchid Lake
Resort, the Nehru Park. Besides it offers a wide choice of exciting
water sports activities.
Botanical Garden: Located just below the Ward's Lake, this garden has a plethora of indigenous
and exotic plants. It also houses rareand colourful species of birds.
Lady Hydari Park: Lady Hydari Park, stretching over a km is replete with roses and blossoms of exquisite hues and colours.
Owes itsexistence to Lady Hydari, the wife of an erstwhile Governor of Assam. It has an excellent mini zoo cum deer park.