Varanasi Nightlife and Spiritual Experience Itinerary

Day 1: Spiritual Night Tour

Varanasi, India on May 11, 2025

6:00pm

Dinner at Keshari Restaurant

Enjoy authentic North Indian vegetarian cuisine at Keshari Restaurant, located near the ghats. It's known for flavorful thalis and traditional dishes, open until 10pm.
INR500, 1h30m

7:30pm

Ganga Aarti Ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat

Witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, a devotional ritual with fire lamps on the Ganges river, performed every evening at sunset. It's a spiritual highlight of Varanasi and free to attend.
INR0, 1h

8:30pm

Evening Boat Ride on the Ganges

Take a peaceful nighttime boat ride along the Ganges to see illuminated ghats and temples from the river, offering a magical perspective of Varanasi's spiritual heart. Boat rides are available till around 9:30pm.
INR300, 1h

9:30pm

Walk through Varanasi's Old City

Explore the narrow, bustling lanes filled with shops, street food vendors, and old temples. The vibrant night ambience makes it a unique cultural experience in the city.
INR0, 1h

10:30pm

Nightcap at Blue Lassi Shop

Try the famous sweet and salty lassis at Blue Lassi Shop, a popular local spot that stays open late, for a refreshing end to your night in Varanasi.
INR50, 30m