Discovering Amritsar in 2 Days

Day 1: Golden Temple and Local Delights

Amritsar, India

8:00AM

Golden Temple

Start your day with a visit to the serene Golden Temple, the holiest Gurudwara in Sikhism. Witness the devotion of the pilgrims and take a peaceful walk around the sacred pond.
The Golden Temple is located in the heart of the city. You can walk from most hotels in the area. It takes about 15 minutes to walk there.
Free, 2 hours

11:00AM

Jallianwala Bagh

Next, pay your respects at Jallianwala Bagh, a memorial of the tragic massacre that took place in 1919. Feel the somber atmosphere and learn about the historic event.
Jallianwala Bagh is a short walk from the Golden Temple, around 10 minutes on foot.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lawrence Road Food Street

Enjoy a delicious Punjabi meal at Lawrence Road Food Street. Indulge in local favorites like Amritsari Kulcha, Chole Bhature, and Lassi for lunch.
Take a quick auto-rickshaw ride from Jallianwala Bagh to Lawrence Road. It will take approximately 15 minutes.
Varies, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: History and Culture Exploration

Amritsar, India

9:00AM

Partition Museum

Begin your day with a visit to the Partition Museum, dedicated to the stories and artifacts from the partition of India in 1947. Gain a deeper understanding of this significant historical event.
The Partition Museum is a short taxi ride from most hotels in Amritsar. It will take around 20 minutes to reach.
INR 10, 2 hours

12:00PM

Wagah Border Ceremony

Experience the electrifying atmosphere of the Wagah Border ceremony, a daily military practice that marks the closing of the India-Pakistan border. Witness the flag-lowering ceremony and patriotic fervor.
To reach Wagah Border, hire a taxi from the Partition Museum. The journey takes about 45 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

4:00PM

Hall Bazaar

Conclude your Amritsar exploration with a visit to Hall Bazaar. Shop for traditional Punjabi attire, handicrafts, and souvenirs to take a piece of Amritsar back home.
Hall Bazaar is a short taxi ride from Wagah Border. It will take approximately 30 minutes to get there.
Varies, 1.5 hours
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