Rishikesh Travel Guide, Hotels & Things to Do

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Hotels in Rishikesh

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Ved Bhoomi residency

Ved Bhoomi Residency | Rishikesh, 248008, IN

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Kinwani House Narendranagar Rishikesh – Araiya Anthology

Ward No 2 Nagar Palika 8/2 500 Mtr From Ananda Narendra Nagarrishikesh Uttarakhand | Rishikesh, 249175, IN

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Antrix Resorts & Retreat

Antrix Resorts & Retreat Luxury Cottages & Camps Rishikesh. | Rishikesh, 249304, IN

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ECKO Tapovan By The Ganges

Badrinath Road Tapovan Laxman Jhula Rishikesh Uttarakhand | Rishikesh, 249192, IN

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Minimalist Apartment In Aloha 2 BHK Luxury Ganga View - For Cool Adults & Family Only

Aloha On The Ganges Rishikesh 7th Floor | Rishikesh, 249192, IN

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Aarogya Residency

Plot No. 4-a Tapovan Aarogya Residency | Rishikesh, 249192, IN

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Tapovan Lightning room by yog tapovan

Hotel O Yog Tapovan Near Inter College | Rishikesh, 249192, IN

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The Neeraj Ganga Paradise With Ganga View

Nirmal Block- B 277 Lane No. 10 Near River Ganga Nirmal Block B Visthapit | Rishikesh, 249202, IN

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At a glance

Climate

Subtropical

Languages

Hindi and English

Local currency

INR (INR)

Local time

06:34 (GMT+5)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

2 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Tapovan

Tap water

Bottled water recommended

Tipping

Expected in hotels/restaurants

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 70 · Good

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

Food to try

Aloo Puri Chai Thali Lassi

When to visit Rishikesh

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: October Busiest: Oct-Mar

Jan

75

Cool, clear, sunny
Feb

80

Mild, pleasant, clear
Mar

85

Warm, pleasant, sunny
Apr

60

Hot, dry, pre-monsoon
May

40

Very hot, humid
Jun

30

Hot, monsoon starts
Jul

20

Heavy monsoon rains
Aug

25

Heavy monsoon rains
Sept

50

Monsoon recedes, humid
Oct

90

Pleasant, clear, ideal
Nov

85

Cool, clear, sunny
Dec

70

Cold, clear, crisp

75

Jan Cool, clear, sunny

80

Feb Mild, pleasant, clear

85

Mar Warm, pleasant, sunny

60

Apr Hot, dry, pre-monsoon

40

May Very hot, humid

30

Jun Hot, monsoon starts

20

Jul Heavy monsoon rains

25

Aug Heavy monsoon rains

50

Sept Monsoon recedes, humid

90

Oct Pleasant, clear, ideal

85

Nov Cool, clear, sunny

70

Dec Cold, clear, crisp

Things to do in Rishikesh

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

Best in the morning

3 places

Experience White Water Rafting

Shivpuri/Marine Drive 3 hrs

Navigate thrilling rapids on the Ganges, a popular adventure sport for all levels.

Outdoors

Join a Yoga & Meditation Session

Tapovan 1.5 hrs

Immerse yourself in the spiritual heart of yoga with a class at an ashram or studio.

Indoors

Hike to Neer Garh Waterfall

Near Lakshman Jhula 2.5 hrs

Enjoy a refreshing trek to a multi-tiered waterfall with natural pools for a dip.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Explore The Beatles Ashram

Swarg Ashram 2 hrs

Wander through the abandoned ashram where The Beatles once sought spiritual enlightenment.

Outdoors Good for children

Explore Local Cafes & Markets

Tapovan/Lakshman Jhula 3 hrs

Savor vegetarian delights and browse spiritual items, clothing, and handicrafts.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

Attend Ganga Aarti

Parmarth Niketan 1 hr

Witness the mesmerizing evening fire ceremony on the banks of the sacred Ganges River.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Walk Across Lakshman Jhula

Lakshman Jhula 1.5 hrs

Cross the iconic suspension bridge offering panoramic views of the Ganges and surrounding hills.

Outdoors Good for children

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First-timer highlights

3 Days in Rishikesh — First-Timer Highlights

Discover the spiritual heart of India, where yoga, adventure, and the sacred Ganges converge.

This 3-day itinerary is perfect for first-time visitors eager to experience the essential spiritual, cultural, and natural highlights of Rishikesh. From ancient ashrams and iconic bridges to mesmerizing Ganga aartis and refreshing waterfalls, it offers a well-rounded introduction to the 'Yoga Capital of the World'.

3 Days 15 Stops

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