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

We cannot really start this list with any other place 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 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.

Partition Museum is a fairly recent addition to Amritar's tourist attractions, 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 (Indians) INR 250 (Foreigners)

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 of this has left many disappointed, but all in all it's a must-visit.

Timings: 6:30 AM - 7:30 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 ground 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 a great place 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 quite famous 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 perfect for visiting with children and families.

Timings: 10 AM - 10 PM

Entry Fee: INR 180 

This is a very famous temple in Amritsar, dedicated to the fierce goddess Kali. Known for its architectural ingenuity and vibrant colours, this temple should be on your radar for its beautiful surroundings and structure.

Timings: 6 AM - 8 PM

Entry Fee: Free

Hall Bazaar is the perfect market destination where 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