The culturally rich destination of Chhota Shimla is a great choice if you’ve been considering a vacation with the kids. The mountain views, gardens, and restaurants are just a few of the things that make this the ideal place for a family vacation. Take to the air and fly into Shimla (SLV), which is the closest airport, or Chandigarh (IXC), which is located 37.2 mi (59.9 km) from the city center.