Varanasi
India
Mini Itinerary
A carefully curated day-by-day guide to make the most of your visit
Day 1
Visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple and explore nearby lanes • Lunch and rest, then visit Ramnagar Fort
Day 2
Boat ride on the Ganges at sunrise • Explore Sarnath archaeological site and museum
Day 3
Visit Tulsi Manas Mandir and Bharat Mata Temple • Relax at Assi Ghat and enjoy local cafes
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Top Attractions
(15)Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir, Varanasi
Stately Hindu temple with white marble construction, landscaped gardens & numerous engravings.
Beniya Park
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, Varanasi
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, BHU Campus, Varanasi
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Assi Ghat Varanasi
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Manikarnika Ghat
Banaras Hindu University
Man Singh Observatory
Tulsi Ghat
Chet Singh Ghat
Ramnagar Fort Varanasi
Anand Park
Sant Ravidas Smarak Park
Best Restaurants
(15)Roma's Cafe Diner
Indian & Continental fast food & mains offered in a white exposed-brick space with city views.
Desi Mandapam Baati Chokha Restaurant
Kashi Chat Bhandar
Simple rooms in a straightforward hotel featuring a restaurant & a rooftop cafe.
The Ram Bhandar
Compact, pared-down standby offering breakfast, traditional snacks & sweet treats.
Pizzeria Vaatika Cafe
Humble, time-tested joint with a riverside patio for pizza & pasta, plus Indian & Chinese fare.
Hotel TRIDEV
Warm rooms & suites in an unpretentious hotel offering a restaurant, a gym & parking.
Terracotta Cafe
Shreeji - Sweets & Milk
Sagar Ratna - Pure Veg Restaurant BHU Lanka
Pearl Courtyard
Laid-back hotel in an 1800s building featuring genteel quarters, plus a restaurant & event space.
Pehalwan Lassi
Deena Chaat Bhandar
Capsicum Food Court | Best Restaurant in Varanasi | Best Family Restaurant in Varanasi | Best Food Court in Varanasi
Sri Annapurna | Best Veg Restaurant in Varanasi | Fine Dine Restaurant in Varanasi
Baati Chokha Restaurant
Nightlife
(15)DOB - Drinks On Board | Pub Nightclub & Rooftop
C2H5 Klub
THE 3RD FLOOR BAR STOCK EXCHANGE
Hip lounge & dance club on the 3rd floor of the Hotel Varuna offering drinks, DJs & light bites.
Regal Bar & Restaurant
Lemon Grass Fine Dining Lounge Bar
The Luxury Lounge By Sunsutra
Hotel Basant
My Table
Winfa Bar Restaurant
ABCD BAR
Venkatesha
Amit das
VNS LIVE STUDIO
पराग मिल्क बार
Holtel
Shopping
(15)Menka Mala - Best Rudraksha shop in Varanasi
V-Mart - Maldahiya
HOLYWEAVES- Finest Handloom Sarees Store in India with LIVE WEAVING
TRENDS
Hadha Sarai
M Baazar Varanasi-Hartirath
Shapuri Mall Vishwanath Trust
V-Mart - Luxa
Spencers
Baba Khan Fireworks
Nai Sadak Cloth Market
Sarkari bhang ki dukan
Vinayak Plaza
CityKart
PDR Mall
Local Attractions
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Kashi Vishwanath Temple
One of the holiest Shiva temples, rich in spiritual significance
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Famous for evening Ganga Aarti, a mesmerizing spiritual ritual
Sarnath
Buddhist pilgrimage site where Buddha gave first sermon
Must-Try Food
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Kachori Sabzi
Spicy deep-fried bread served with flavorful potato curry
Banarasi Paan
Betel leaf preparation with sweet and aromatic fillings
Malaiyo
Seasonal frothy sweet dessert made from milk foam
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AIR INDIA EXPRESS (IX)Safety Tips
Community-curated pointers for a smoother trip
Keep valuables secure and avoid isolated areas after dark
Use registered taxis or auto-rickshaws for safe travel
Cultural Insights
Helpful etiquette and tips to blend in respectfully
Respect religious rituals and dress modestly near ghats and temples
Avoid touching sacred objects and ask before photographing locals
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Location
Best Time to Visit
October to March for pleasant weather and festivals
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