The best months to visit Golden Temple are Oct – Mar. 15–25°C; Apr–Sep is extremely hot.
Quick facts
Currency Indian Rupee (₹) ₹83 ≈ $1 USD
Language Punjabi / Hindi English widely understood
Timezone IST (UTC+5:30) No daylight saving
Best Months Oct – Mar 15–25°C; Apr–Sep is extremely hot
Daily Budget ~$15–40 USD Langar is free; accommodation is the main cost
Visa e-Visa required India Tourist e-Visa $25–80 depending on nationality
When to go
The holiest shrine in Sikhism, a luminous gold-plated sanctuary floating on a sacred pool in Amritsar, surrounded by a langar (community kitchen) that feeds 100,000 people free every day.
Health & Safety in Golden Temple
- Standard India health precautions: hepatitis A, typhoid vaccines recommended. Drink only bottled or filtered water. Amritsar is in Punjab and generally safe for travellers with standard urban awareness
- Summers (Apr–Sep) reach 40–45°C and the marble parikrama becomes burning hot underfoot. The free cotton socks provided at the entrance are essential in summer. Carry 2+ litres of water
- Amritsar is a safe city with heavy security around the Golden Temple. Keep passport secure and carry a photocopy. Standard precautions around the crowded bazaars for pickpocketing
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Golden Temple travel guide.
Timezone: IST (UTC+5:30) (No daylight saving)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Golden Temple?
The best months to visit Golden Temple are Oct – Mar (15–25°C; Apr–Sep is extremely hot), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Golden Temple budget breakdown.
