3-Day Itinerary in Amritsar

  1. Day 1: Golden Temple
    4 minutes (0.9 km) from Amritsar Railway Station

    Start your trip at the world-renowned and holiest Sikh shrine, Golden Temple. Get mesmerized by its architectural beauty and marvellous reflection in the sarovar. Take a walk around the complex and soak in the serenity of the ambiance. End your day by attending the Palki Sahib ceremony, a nightly procession of the scripture.

  2. Day 2: Wagah Border and Jallianwala Bagh
    38 minutes (29.2 km) from Golden Temple

    Get ready for the exhilarating experience at India-Pakistan Border, Wagah. Witness the famous Beating Retreat Ceremony, a 45-minute spectacle that includes military exercises, flag raising and lowering. Afterward, head to the Jallianwala Bagh, a historical site that bears witness to a gruesome massacre during India's struggle for independence.

  3. Day 3: Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum and Ram Bagh Gardens
    17 minutes (5.6 km) from Jallianwala Bagh

    Start your day by visiting the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum, which houses a vast collection of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's weapons, paintings, and artefacts from his rule. Later, enjoy a peaceful retreat at Ram Bagh Gardens, inaugurated by Maharaja Ranjit Singh himself. The garden is a paradise for nature lovers with lush greenery and magnificent statues. End the day by savouring local delicacies at Kesar Da Dhaba.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Golden Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Wagah Border (4 hours, INR 1500 per person)
  • Jallianwala Bagh (1 hour, free)
  • Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum (2 hours, INR 35 per person)
  • Ram Bagh Gardens (1 hour, INR 10 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (excluding food and accommodation): INR 1545 per person

Useful Tips

If you have an additional day in Amritsar, explore the Durgiana Temple, a significant Hindu temple. Shopping enthusiasts can head to Hall Bazaar, famous for its jootis, shawls and Punjabi suits. For the foodies, Kesar Da Dhaba, Beera Chicken Corner, and Makhan Fish are a must-visit. Visitors with only two days can remove the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Museum from their itinerary.

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