794 Hotels in Amritsar, Punjab

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At a glance

Climate

Semi-arid

Languages

Punjabi and Hindi and English

Local currency

INR (INR)

Local time

07:41 (GMT+5)

Ideal trip length

2–4 days

Cost level

2 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Near Golden Temple

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Expected for services

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 65 · Moderate

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Amritsari Kulcha Sarson da Saag Makki di Roti Lassi

When to visit Amritsar

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: November Busiest: Oct-Mar

Jan

65

Cold, foggy mornings
Feb

75

Pleasant, cool
Mar

80

Warm, pleasant
Apr

50

Hot, dry
May

30

Very hot, dry
Jun

25

Extremely hot, pre-monsoon
Jul

40

Hot, monsoon rains
Aug

45

Hot, humid, rains
Sept

60

Warm, humid, receding monsoon
Oct

85

Pleasant, mild
Nov

90

Cool, dry
Dec

70

Cold, foggy

65

Jan Cold, foggy mornings

75

Feb Pleasant, cool

80

Mar Warm, pleasant

50

Apr Hot, dry

30

May Very hot, dry

25

Jun Extremely hot, pre-monsoon

40

Jul Hot, monsoon rains

45

Aug Hot, humid, rains

60

Sept Warm, humid, receding monsoon

85

Oct Pleasant, mild

90

Nov Cool, dry

70

Dec Cold, foggy

Things to do in Amritsar

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Take an Old City Heritage Walk

Old City 2.5 hrs

Discover hidden gurdwaras, havelis, and bustling bazaars.

Outdoors Good for children

Pray at Durgiana Temple

Near Hathi Gate 1 hr

Visit this beautiful Hindu temple, often called the Silver Temple, resembling the Golden Temple.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Explore Jallianwala Bagh

Old City 1.5 hrs

Visit the poignant memorial commemorating the 1919 massacre.

Outdoors

Visit the Partition Museum

Hall Bazaar 2 hrs

Understand the human stories and impact of the 1947 partition of India.

Indoors

Best in the evening

1 place

Witness Wagah Border Ceremony

Wagah Border 3 hrs

Watch the elaborate, patriotic flag-lowering ceremony between India and Pakistan.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Visit the Golden Temple

Old City 2.5 hrs

Experience the serene beauty and spiritual aura of Sikhism's holiest shrine.

Indoors Good for children

Indulge in an Amritsari Food Tour

Old City 2 hrs

Savor local delicacies like kulcha, lassi, and street food.

Outdoors Good for children

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Food and drink

2 Days in Amritsar — Food & Wine

Savor the rich flavors and vibrant culture of Punjab's culinary capital.

This itinerary is a gastronomic journey through Amritsar, designed for food lovers and cultural explorers. Discover the city's iconic dishes, from street food to traditional Punjabi thalis, complemented by visits to its most revered spiritual and historical sites. It's perfect for those seeking an immersive experience into the heart of Sikh culture and its unparalleled cuisine.

2 Days 10 Stops

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