The best months to visit Amritsar are Oct – Mar. 15–25°C and clear; Apr–Jun hits 45°C; Jul–Sep is monsoon.
Quick facts
Currency INR (₹) 1 USD ≈ ₹83. Cards work in hotels; carry cash for the Golden Temple area
Language Punjabi / Hindi English spoken in hotels and tourist areas
Timezone IST (UTC+5:30) No daylight saving time
Best Months Oct – Mar 15–25°C and clear; Apr–Jun hits 45°C; Jul–Sep is monsoon
Daily Budget ~$15–30 USD ₹1,200–2,500/day: langar (free temple meals) keep costs very low
Visa e-Visa online Tourist e-Visa $25 for 30 days; apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in
When to go
Home to the Golden Temple, the most visited place in the world, where 100,000 pilgrims receive free meals daily in the world's largest community kitchen.
Getting Around in Amritsar
- Amritsar is compact: the Golden Temple, Jallianwala Bagh, and old city are all walkable from each other within 10–15 minutes
- Auto-rickshaws for longer trips: temple to railway station ₹80–100, temple to Wagah road ₹300–400 private. Shared autos run fixed routes at ₹10–20/person
- Cycle-rickshaws are available near the Golden Temple for short hops (₹30–50). No Ola/Uber in Amritsar, so negotiate with auto drivers or ask your hotel to arrange rides
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Amritsar travel guide.
Timezone: IST (UTC+5:30) (No daylight saving time)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Amritsar?
The best months to visit Amritsar are Oct – Mar (15–25°C and clear; Apr–Jun hits 45°C; Jul–Sep is monsoon), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Amritsar budget breakdown.
