Badamwari Almond Blossom
Srinagar's almond garden below Hari Parbat, the first big bloom of the Kashmir spring.
Last updated by the Kashmir Tour Packages Taxi team, Srinagar
What is Badamwari Almond Blossom?
Badamwari is Srinagar's almond garden, spread over about 300 kanals on the foothills of Hari Parbat in the old city. Each spring its almond trees flower in white and pink, a few weeks before the Tulip Garden, and the Floriculture Department marks the season with an Almond Blossom Festival. The garden was restored as a public park by J&K Bank in 2008 and has a dome and an old well, Waris Khan's Chah, at its centre. This page covers when the trees bloom, the ticket, how to book and how to fit Badamwari into a day in Srinagar.
| Fact | Badamwari Almond Blossom |
|---|---|
| Bloom | March, sometimes into early April |
| Ticket | ₹50 Indian adults, ₹200 foreign nationals |
| Booking | Floriculture Department online portal |
| Where | Old city, below Hari Parbat |
| Taxi | Srinagar sightseeing from ₹2,000 a day |
Figures are approximate; confirm current details before you travel.
Quick answers
When do the almonds bloom at Badamwari?
Usually in March. In 2026 the trees were in bloom by 10 March and the Almond Blossom Festival opened on 14 March; in 2025 the festival opened on 4 April. Dates shift with the weather each year.
What is the Badamwari ticket price?
₹50 for Indian adults and ₹200 for foreign nationals. Booking online on the Floriculture Department's portal adds a ₹2 platform fee.
Can I see Badamwari and the Tulip Garden on the same day?
Yes, if the Tulip Garden has opened. Both are in Srinagar and fit into one day of local sightseeing.
Why visit Badamwari Almond Blossom?
First bloom of spring
The almond trees flower before the tulips, so Badamwari is the first big spring sight in Srinagar.
Hari Parbat backdrop
The fort on Hari Parbat rises right behind the garden.
Easy to add to a Srinagar day
It sits in the city, so it fits into a day of local sightseeing.
Badamwari Almond Blossom: the short answer
The almond trees at Badamwari usually bloom in March. Entry costs ₹50 for Indian adults and ₹200 for foreign nationals, and you can book online on the Floriculture Department’s portal (₹2 platform fee).
When the Almonds Bloom
- 2026: the trees were in bloom by 10 March, and the Almond Blossom Festival opened on 14 March.
- 2025: the festival opened on 4 April, after a later spring.
- 2023: the garden opened in the first week of March, with full bloom the week after.
Bloom dates move with the weather. For the 2027 season, watch for the Floriculture Department’s opening announcement in late February or March.
Badamwari Ticket Price
| Visitor | Ticket |
|---|---|
| Indian adult | ₹50 |
| Foreign national | ₹200 |
| Online booking platform fee | ₹2 per ticket |
Book online on the Department of Floriculture, Gardens and Parks portal (floriculture.jk.gov.in, then “Online Ticket Booking for Gardens”). Online tickets are sold for a first-half or second-half visiting slot.
What You See at Badamwari
- Rows of almond trees in white and pink flower, with Hari Parbat fort behind them.
- A dome and an old well, Waris Khan’s Chah, at the centre of the garden.
- During the festival, stalls of local produce and handicrafts.
Plan a Spring Day in Srinagar
Badamwari fits into one day of Srinagar sightseeing. Start with the almond garden in the morning, then add Hari Parbat, the Mughal gardens or the Tulip Garden if it has opened. A full-day cab costs ₹2,000 for an Etios (Non-AC) or ₹2,300 with AC.
For the garden itself in other seasons, see our Badam Wari Park guide. For more spring sights, see the Srinagar guide.
How to reach Badamwari Almond Blossom
Badamwari is in Srinagar's old city, below Hari Parbat. Our full-day Srinagar sightseeing cab costs ₹2,000 (Non-AC) or ₹2,300 (AC) for an Etios, and ₹2,500 or ₹3,000 for a 7-seater Ertiga or Innova, with fuel and driver included. Airport pickup costs the same as pickup in Srinagar.
Best time for Badamwari Almond Blossom
The almond trees usually bloom in March, and in a late year into early April. In 2026 they were in bloom by 10 March; in 2025 the festival opened on 4 April. Check the Floriculture Department's announcements before you fix your dates.
Snow, road access and activities depend on the weather and are never guaranteed.
Badamwari Almond Blossom, step by step
- Check that the garden has opened for the season.
- Book a ticket on the Floriculture Department's online portal.
- Choose the first-half or second-half visiting slot.
- Reach Badamwari by taxi and walk through the almond orchard.
- Add the Tulip Garden or the Mughal gardens to the same day if they are open.
Do’s and don’ts
Do
- Do book online in the festival weeks.
- Do go in the first half of the day for softer light on the blossoms.
Don’t
- Don't pick or shake the blossoms.
- Don't plan your trip around a fixed bloom date; it changes every year.
Safety tips
- Spring mornings are cold in Srinagar; carry a warm layer.
- Paths can be wet after rain; wear shoes with grip.
For the current situation, check official travel advisories and ask us before you travel.
Tips
- Weekdays are quieter than weekends during the festival.
- Combine Badamwari with Hari Parbat and the old city in one outing.
Other places around Srinagar
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Badamwari Almond Blossom FAQs
Is there an entry fee for Badamwari?
Yes. ₹50 for Indian adults and ₹200 for foreign nationals, plus a ₹2 platform fee when you book online.
Where do I book Badamwari tickets online?
On the online ticket booking page of the Department of Floriculture, Gardens and Parks, J&K, at floriculture.jk.gov.in.
What are the visiting slots?
Online tickets are sold for a first-half or second-half slot of the day.
Who manages Badamwari?
The Department of Floriculture, Gardens and Parks, J&K.
How big is Badamwari?
About 300 kanals, with around 1,500 trees.
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