11 Places To See In Amritsar To Spend A Magical Time In The Golden City

We cannot really start any lists for places with any other destination other than Golden Temple. This pre-eminent religious site is considered one of the holiest places. The best thing about it is that it is open to people from all walks of life and all faiths, represented by four entrances that symbolise their belief in equality for all. It is entirely run by volunteers, with a man-made pool where you can also spot some fish. It is a great place to visit in Amritsar with friends and family, which ought to bring you peace. You can also do some seva in the largest kitchen here.

Timings: Open 24 hours, seven days a week.

Entry Fee: Free

Partition Museum is a fairly recent addition to best places to visit in Amritsar, and by personal guarantee, it will be the most amazing museum experience of your life. It's a very well-curated museum, relaying and displaying everything about the partition; its beginning, shaping, the event, and the aftermath. We really love the dedicated section on how it impacted women and how the burden of 'patriarchal honour' pushed several women to self-annihilate. It's a wondrous and heartbreaking experience that will change you for the better.

Timings: 10 AM - 6 PM

Entry Fee: INR 10 (Indian tourists) INR 250 (International tourists)

Jallianwala Bagh is a historical place that is fairly close to the Golden Temple and stands as the spot where the Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place. They have a gallery where they showcase the history of the protest and the Rowlatt Act, along with some structural remains where you can see the bullet holes, and the well where several jumped to protect themselves. The redevelopment may have left many disappointed, but all in all it is one of the places to visit in Amritsar.

Timings: 9 AM - 7 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Came into existence after the 1947 partition, the Wagha border is 30 km from Amritsar and a place that you should definitely check out. Every evening, there's a ceremony where you can spot many officers from the Pakistani side, carrying themselves with all their might to prove the strength of their nation.

Timings: 10 AM - 4 PM

Entry Fee: Free

The Central Sikh Museum is located on the grounds of the Golden Temple. It represents the history of Sikh culture with all its different leaders, their courageous deeds, their heritage, clothing, weapons, and resources. The collection is pretty vast and very well organised. It's among the highly recommended places to visit in Amritsar to learn more about Sikh history.

Timings: 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM

Entry Fee: Free

A water and amusement park that stretches across 12 acres of land! We'd say that this one's a must-visit, especially if you're travelling with kids. They have round roll rides, a ranger wave pool, a waterfall, a joy train, and many other attractions that are bound to delight children and adults alike.

Timings: 10 AM - 8 PM (Tuesdays and Sundays)

Entry Fee: Starting at INR 350

Gandhi Gate was built as a tribute to former deputy commissioner CH Hall and serves as the entrance to the holy city. You will spot it on your way to Harmandir Sahib or Golden Temple, with much barricading and police patrol. It has many inscriptions about the freedom that our fellow citizens worked really hard for.

Timings: Open 24 hours, All day

Entry Fee: Free

The Rose Garden is another popular place to visit in Amritsar and is always packed with locals and tourists alike. It is well-developed, boasting a playground, a fountain, and rows of roses that bloom beautifully. If the weather is forgiving around the time you plan to travel, then you must visit this place for some calm and tranquility. 

Timings: 5 AM - 10 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Gobindgarh Fort is another famous historical fort constructed in the 18th century by Maharaja Ranjit Singh. It's a huge fort held by many rulers and carries Punjab's rich history and culture. Inside, it has many museums and regularly hosts cultural events and lively performances, making it one of the perfect places to go in Amritsar for visiting with children and families.

Timings: 10 AM - 10 PM

Entry Fee: INR 180 - INR 649 (Indian tourists) , INR 1000 (International tourists)

Mata Lal Devi Temple, also known as Pujya Mata Ji, is one of the most revered places to visit in Amritsar. The temple is devoted to Lal Devi, a saint from the 20th century. As you explore the temple, you will witness numerous artefacts, idols, statues, and paintings depicting Saint Lal Devi. A man-made cave takes pilgrims to the Goddess' shrine, which can only be reached by crawling or entirely kneeling. The vibrant array of colours and the intricate mirror work make this interesting temple a true visual delight for travellers.

Timings: 5 AM - 11 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Hall Bazaar is the perfect market destination to add to your travel itinerary for places to explore in Amritsar. In this popular market, you will find the famous Punjabi juttis, dupattas, phulkaris, and Pakistani suits. This is also the perfect place to indulge in some local eateries, as Amritsar truly has the most amazing food, which is one of the reasons that motivates people to visit the city.

Timings: 9 AM - 7 PM

Entry Fee: Free

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