Family-Friendly 4-Day Itinerary for Amritsar in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Golden Temple
    4 minutes (0.7 km) from Amritsar Junction Railway Station

    In the morning, visit the Golden Temple, one of the most popular landmarks in Amritsar. Take a walk around the temple complex and explore the beautiful architecture. Afternoon is the perfect time to try some delicious langar (community kitchen) food. In the evening, witness the Palki ceremony, where the holy book of Sikhism is carried from the main temple to its resting place.

  2. Day 2: Jallianwala Bagh and Partition Museum
    6 minutes (1.1 km) from Golden Temple

    In the morning, visit Jallianwala Bagh, a memorial to the victims of the 1919 Amritsar Massacre. Afternoon is a great time to visit the Partition Museum and learn about the history of India's partition. In the evening, take a stroll in the nearby markets and shop for some souvenirs.

  3. Day 3: Wagah Border and Gobindgarh Fort
    30 minutes (28 km) from Golden Temple

    In the morning, head to the Wagah Border to witness the Beating Retreat ceremony, a daily military practice between India and Pakistan. Afternoon is a great time to explore the Gobindgarh Fort, a historic fort with museums, galleries and cultural shows. In the evening, enjoy some local street food in the nearby markets.

  4. Day 4: Ram Tirath Temple and Mata Lal Devi Temple
    30 minutes (11 km) from Golden Temple

    In the morning, visit Ram Tirath Temple, a temple dedicated to the sage Valmiki. Afternoon is a great time to visit Mata Lal Devi Temple, a temple dedicated to the goddess Durga. In the evening, enjoy a Punjabi dinner and attend a traditional Punjabi folk dance show.

Recommendations

You can also consider visiting the Durgiana Temple, a Hindu temple similar to the Golden Temple, or the Khalsa College, a historic college with beautiful architecture. You can also take a day trip to the nearby city of Amritsar to visit the Harike Wetland, a bird sanctuary with over 200 species of birds. To maximize your fun, try some local street food and don't miss out on the Punjabi dance performances. Finally, we suggest staying near the Golden Temple to easily access all the attractions. You can book your hotels and flights on booking.tp.st.

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