Family-Friendly Day at the Golden Temple, Amritsar

Day 1: Golden Temple Visit

Amritsar, India

7:30 AM

Breakfast at Bharawan Da Dhaba

Start your day with a hearty breakfast of Amritsari Kulchas, a local specialty, and a glass of Lassi, known for its rich flavors.
Located near the Golden Temple, it's a quick walk from your hotel or a short auto-rickshaw ride.
INR 500, 1 hour

8:30 AM

Visit the Golden Temple

Explore the magnificent Golden Temple, the spiritual heart of Sikhism, where you can appreciate its stunning architecture and the serene atmosphere.
Entry is free; respect the dress code and cover your head while entering the temple.
INR 0, 2 hours

10:30 AM

Langar Experience

Participate in the Langar, a free community meal served to thousands daily—a wonderful way to teach children about hospitality and equality.
Follow the signs inside the temple to the Langar hall; experience is enriching and free of cost.
INR 0, 1 hour

11:30 AM

At the Sarovar

Spend some time by the sacred Sarovar (pool) surrounding the Golden Temple, where kids can enjoy the peaceful ambiance and feed the fish.
Simply walk around the temple complex; it's a beautiful setting for relaxation.
INR 0, 45 minutes

12:15 PM

Lunch at Amritsari Machhi

Savor a lunch of Amritsari Fish and Chickpea Curry in this family-friendly restaurant, known for its fresh and flavorful dishes.
A quick 10-minute auto-rickshaw ride from the Golden Temple.
INR 800, 1 hour

1:15 PM

Jallianwala Bagh

Visit the historic Jallianwala Bagh, a public garden and memorial commemorating the victims of the 1919 massacre, teaching a bit of history along the way.
A short 5-minute walk from the restaurant.
INR 0, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Partition Museum

Explore the Partition Museum to learn about the impact of partition on families, with exhibits that engage children through stories and artifacts.
A quick 10-minute auto-rickshaw ride from Jallianwala Bagh.
INR 100, 1 hour

3:30 PM

Shopping at Hall Bazaar

Stroll through Hall Bazaar to shop for traditional Punjabi items like Phulkari dupattas and beautiful handicrafts, allowing the kids to pick souvenirs.
Located a 10-minute walk from the Partition Museum.
Varies, 1.5 hours

5:00 PM

Evening Visit to Golden Temple

Return to the Golden Temple for the evening Palki ceremony, a beautiful and serene experience as devotees sing hymns and the temple is illuminated.
It’s best to walk back to soak in the ambiance one more time.
INR 0, 1.5 hours

6:30 PM

Dinner at Kuldeep Fried Chicken

End the day with a dinner at the popular Kuldeep Fried Chicken, famous for its crispy fried chicken and delightful rolls, perfect for families.
A 10-minute auto-rickshaw ride from the Golden Temple.
INR 700, 1 hour
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