Begin at Partition Museum in Town Hall, a short walk or cycle-rickshaw ride from the Old City. Visit after 2:30 PM and allow about an hour for the galleries, photographs, and oral testimonies; check the same-day hours before setting out, as timings can vary. Entry is generally free or modestly priced, and the museum is best approached thoughtfully rather than rushed. From here, take an e-rickshaw toward Jallianwala Bagh—roughly 10–15 minutes depending on Old City traffic.
Spend around 45 minutes at Jallianwala Bagh, where the narrow entrance, preserved walls, memorial flame, and well make the history especially tangible. It is usually open from morning until early evening, though the final entry time can change, so aim to arrive before dusk. Keep shoulders and knees covered, carry water, and expect a mostly outdoor visit. The lanes around Bazar Baba Kharak Singh are crowded and largely pedestrianized, so walking is often quicker than trying to take a car right up to the entrance.
Continue on foot to the Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib), allowing about 10 minutes from Jallianwala Bagh. Set aside at least 1½ hours: you will need to remove shoes, cover your head, pass through security, and queue if you want to enter the sanctum. The marble parikrama around the illuminated pool is particularly beautiful after sunset, and the atmosphere at the Guru Ram Das Langar Hall is a remarkable part of the visit. Entry is free; dress modestly, avoid photography where prohibited, and keep your phone on silent. Afterward, walk through the Old City lanes to Kesar Da Dhaba for dinner—expect ₹300–600 per person for dal makhani, stuffed kulcha, paneer, and lassi. It is popular and compact, so allow a little time for a table.
After dinner, leave promptly according to your confirmed schedule. For a same-day journey, Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport is the practical choice: allow roughly 45 minutes by taxi from the Old City, longer during evening traffic, and arrive at least two hours before a domestic flight. Prepaid taxis or app cabs are simplest, though pickup can be awkward around the Golden Temple—walk out toward a wider road before booking. If you are taking an overnight train instead, expect approximately 24–30 hours to Patna; confirm the station and departure platform in advance, and keep water and snacks ready for the long ride.