The best months to visit Rishikesh are Sep – Nov, Feb – May. Post-monsoon or spring best.
Quick facts
Currency INR (Indian Rupee) Cash preferred everywhere
Language Hindi / English English at ashrams and cafes
Timezone IST (UTC+5:30) No DST
Best Months Sep – Nov, Feb – May Post-monsoon or spring best
Daily Budget ~$10–35 USD Budget to mid-range
Visa e-Visa available Most nationalities eligible
When to go
The Yoga Capital of the World, where the Ganges flows turquoise through Himalayan foothills, ashrams line the riverbanks, and adventure meets spiritual awakening.
Getting Around in Rishikesh
- The town is walkable between Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula: auto-rickshaws for further distances
- Nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun (35km). Nearest major railway station is Haridwar (25km)
- Shared jeeps and vikrams (large auto-rickshaws) run between Rishikesh and Haridwar frequently
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Rishikesh travel guide.
Timezone: IST (UTC+5:30) (No DST)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Rishikesh?
The best months to visit Rishikesh are Sep – Nov, Feb – May (Post-monsoon or spring best), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Rishikesh budget breakdown.
