Visit the historic memorial park that commemorates the 1919 massacre — it's a short, reflective stop for important context about modern India and Punjab; the garden is typically open in daylight hours but check the exact closing time for the day you visit.
Explore Hall Bazaar for phulkari shawls, juttis and spices, then sample local food: breakfast option — Kulcha Land or a nearby kulcha stall (opens ~8:00am); lunch option — Kesar Da Dhaba (popular vegetarian, usually 11:00–23:00) or Beera Chicken House for tandoori fare; dinner — try street-food chaat near the bazaar or Brothers Dhaba for hearty Punjabi dishes. Check individual shop and restaurant opening times (many market stalls open ~9:00am and close by 20:00–21:00) and expect queues at top eateries.
Experience the serene pre-dawn prayers and morning kirtan at Harmandir Sahib when the atmosphere is calmest and most spiritual; the temple opens very early but confirm the exact Amrit Vela timing for your day to arrive ahead of the main prayers.
Depart the city to reach Wagah well before the evening Beating Retreat ceremony — this is a high-energy patriotic spectacle best seen live at sunset; verify the ceremony start time for your date (seasonal) and allow ample time for security checks and seating.
Gather your belongings, check out of your hotel and allow extra time for traffic en route to the station or airport; if you need a final takeaway sweet, many shops open by 9:00am but confirm opening times the night before.