Title: Sarnath Travel Guide: Best of Sarnath, Varanasi Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Sarnath](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarnath-Hotels.d6172508.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Sarnath](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarnath-Holiday-Rentals.d6172508.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Sarnath Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Sarnath.d6172508.Car-Hire-Guide)[Sarnath Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Sarnath.d6172508.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Sarnath Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Mulagandha Kuti Vihara Monastery featuring a temple or place of worship, religious elements and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104855-Varanasi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dharmarajika Stupa featuring a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104905-Dharmarajika-Stupa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mulagandha Kuti Vihara Monastery which includes religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104949-Mulagandha-Kuti-Vihara-Monastery.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Dharmarajika Stupa showing heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104916-Dharmarajika-Stupa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sarnath](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104924-Dharmarajika-Stupa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Sarnath Things to do - Top hotels in Sarnath - Top Holiday Rentals in Sarnath ![The Fern Residency Sarnath](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66860000/66854500/66854453/a775d812_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Fern Residency Sarnath Plot No 15 /21 Near State Bank of India Varanasi Uttar Pradesh £128 27 Jan - 28 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) Nice ambience, clean and comfort rooms. Good dining options and convenient to all locations. Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F01%2F2026&endDate=28%2F01%2F2026&selected=66854453&PinnedHotelID=66854453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6172508) ![Srishti Shelter](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33640000/33631200/33631134/1feb705c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Srishti Shelter SA 13 52 K 31 Khajuhi Varanasi Uttar Pradesh Stay at this hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews) Guest house is good. I can rate overall stay as good Reviewed on 30 May 2019 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=33631134&PinnedHotelID=33631134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6172508) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=33631134&PinnedHotelID=33631134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6172508) ![Taj Ganges, Varanasi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/526400/526343/635ab597_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Taj Ganges, Varanasi Nadesar Palace Grounds Varanasi Uttar Pradesh £166 12 Jan - 13 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (480 reviews) Excellent service with courteous staff. Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F01%2F2026&endDate=13%2F01%2F2026&selected=526343&PinnedHotelID=526343&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6172508) [See all 1,169 properties in Sarnath](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F01%2F2026&endDate=13%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6172508) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Kashi Heritage Palette Varanasi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114119600/114119575/97f2fcaa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kashi Heritage Palette Varanasi Varanasi Uttar Pradesh Stay at this holiday home in Varanasi. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ... 10/10 Exceptional! (1 review) Staff are very good hotel is very good good hotel Reviewed on 8 Jun 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Varanasi-Hotels-Palette-Heritage-Varanasi-Retreat.h114119575.Hotel-Information) ![Khajuri Colony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119840000/119833100/119833064/8419e4e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Khajuri Colony S.8/375 Varanasi Uttar Pradesh Stay at this aparthotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Varanasi-Hotels-Khajuri-Colony.h119833064.Hotel-Information) ![HOTEL GANESH KRIPA ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115530000/115526700/115526650/9e352cf0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### HOTEL GANESH KRIPA Maqbool Alam Rd Khajuri Colony Varanasi UP Stay at this aparthotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Varanasi-Hotels-HOTEL-GANESH-KRIPA.h115526650.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Sarnath](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6172508&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Sarnath hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6172508&startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12)[11 Jan - 12 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6172508&startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6172508&startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13)[12 Jan - 13 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6172508&startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6172508&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026)[16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6172508&startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=18%2F01%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Dasaswamedh ghat featuring markets as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104973-Dasaswamedh-Ghat.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dasaswamedh ghat 4.5/5(11 reviews) Observe sadhus conducting rituals, pilgrims bathing in holy water and priests performing the enthralling Ganga aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dasaswamedh-Ghat-Varanasi.d6172590.Attraction) ![New Vishwanatha Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104935-New-Vishwanatha-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Banaras Hindu University 5/5(10 reviews) Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Banaras Hindu University during your travels in Varanasi. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Banaras-Hindu-University-Varanasi.d6106546.Attraction) ![Tulsi Ghat which includes a day spa, religious elements and general coastal views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104841-Varanasi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tulsi Ghat 4/5(12 reviews) Watch pilgrims bathe in sacred water, see holy men perform ancient rituals and visit the former home of a great Indian poet. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tulsi-Ghat-Varanasi.d6106550.Attraction) ![Ramnagar Fort showing a house, heritage elements and a ruin](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104883-Ramnagar-Fort.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ramnagar Fort 4.5/5(8 reviews) Admire the architecture of this 17th-century fort, discover exhibits of armor, jewelry and vintage cars and watch stunning sunsets over the Ganges River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi.d6106566.Attraction) ![Durga Temple which includes religious aspects and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104864-Durga-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durga Temple 4.5/5(7 reviews) Discover an immaculate image of a revered Hindu god and watch mischievous troops of monkeys at this attractive centuries-old temple. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Durga-Temple-Varanasi.d6106562.Attraction) ![Mulagandha Kuti Vihara Monastery featuring a temple or place of worship, religious elements and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104855-Varanasi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mulagandha Kuti Vihara 4.5/5(3 reviews) Listen to monks chanting Buddhist sermons and spot interesting artwork at this modern temple, set among picturesque gardens, ruined temples and sacred shrines. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mulagandha-Kuti-Vihara-Varanasi.d6106574.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Marigold Boat Tour in Varanasi](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46325835/76b3cb55-b424-440c-be89-ee1bd1027621.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Marigold Boat Tour in Varanasi £14 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/marigold-boat-tour-in-varanasi.a46325835.activity-details) ![Private Full-Day Tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Darshan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/679582/3e8bc8af-8bd9-4f53-9206-1c7b8899b2e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Full-Day Tour of Varanasi including the Kashi Darshan £41 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-full-day-tour-of-varanasi-including-the-kashi-darshan.a679582.activity-details) ![Our guest enjoying boat tour on the banks of ganges river.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5007734/00051642-a183-4de2-ab60-5a07f23a5745.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Ultimate 3 Days in Varanasi - How to Spend 39 Hours - For First Timers £95 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-ultimate-3-days-in-varanasi-how-to-spend-39-hours-for-first-timers.a5007734.activity-details) ![A Journey of A lifetime](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1021551/fd41e49b-9327-41c0-a750-602fac0c36cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### A Journey of A lifetime £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/a-journey-of-a-lifetime.a1021551.activity-details) ![Explore Varanasi’s heritage ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1451394/0fe8cf85-5ae5-423f-88e3-fe1cd0f3fc2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Explore Varanasi’s heritage £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/explore-varanasis-heritage.a1451394.activity-details) ![3 Days Admirable Tour in Varanasi with private tour guided](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44924245/36a7b99d-bd4a-44fd-b194-14873b729101.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Days Admirable Tour in Varanasi with private tour guided £92 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-days-admirable-tour-in-varanasi-with-private-tour-guided.a44924245.activity-details) [See all activities in Sarnath](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Sarnath.d6172508.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Sarnath ![Varanasi which includes a bay or harbour, a coastal town and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/104000/104853-Varanasi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Varanasi - Cities near Sarnath - Places of interest [Varanasi](https://expedia.co.uk/Varanasi.dx3724) - [Mulagandha Kuti Vihara ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mulagandha-Kuti-Vihara-Varanasi.d6106574.Attraction) - [Kashi Vishwanath Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Kashi-Vishwanath-Temple-Varanasi.d6106568.Attraction) - [Ramnagar Fort ](https://expedia.co.uk/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi.d6106566.Attraction) - [Durga Temple ](https://expedia.co.uk/Durga-Temple-Varanasi.d6106562.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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