Amritsar, Punjab
Amritsar Travel Guide: Planning details
Budget notes, transport, where to stay, ideal trip length, and local tips for your trip.
Amritsar, Punjab
Plan smarter in Amritsar, Punjab
Golden Temple darshan, langar seva, Wagah border ceremony, and Punjabi food culture.
Oct–Mar: 8–25°CApr–Jun: 25–42°C
Quick summary
Amritsar Travel Guide
2 days: Golden Temple, langar, Wagah, and food trail.
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Amritsar
27°C
Overcast
Humidity 93%Wind 5 km/h
Typical climate
North Indian plains-hot dry summers, cool foggy winters. The Golden Temple complex is comfortable year-round indoors; old-city walks are best in cooler months.
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Amritsar
Quick budget notes
- Golden Temple and langar are free-donations optional.
- Wagah border seats: free general stands; paid VIP available.
- Old-city food walks are excellent value.
Getting around
- Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ).
- Amritsar Junction well connected by train from Delhi.
- Auto-rickshaws and app cabs; Golden Temple area is walkable.
Where to stay
- Near Golden Temple for early-morning darshan.
- Ranjit Avenue for modern hotels and restaurants.
- Heritage haveli stays in old city for atmosphere.
Ideal trip length
- 2 days: Golden Temple, langar, Wagah, and food trail.
- 3–4 days: add Pul Kanjari and rural Punjab day trip.
Must book ahead
- Hotels during Baisakhi and Diwali weekends.
- Wagah VIP seats on holidays if preferred.
- Trains from Delhi in winter peak season.
Local tips
- Wash feet before entering the temple parikrama.
- Sit on the floor for langar seva is part of the experience.
- Photography allowed in outer parikrama; be respectful near sanctum.
Safety & common scams
- Use official shoe counters at Golden Temple entrances.
- Avoid touts selling “skip queue” temple access.
- Confirm auto fares before old-city short rides.
Connectivity & money
- Strong 4G around Golden Temple and city centre.
- UPI widely accepted; cash for street vendors.
- ATMs near temple complex and railway station.