Sarnath Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mulagandha Kuti Vihara Monastery featuring a temple or place of worship, religious elements and street scenes
Dharmarajika Stupa featuring a garden
Mulagandha Kuti Vihara Monastery which includes religious elements
Dharmarajika Stupa showing heritage elements
Sarnath
HHW BUDDHA LINEAGE

HHW BUDDHA LINEAGE

4 out of 5
SA15/131-B-A-1 Mavaiya, Sarnath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
"Decent facilities. Caring crew. High water pressure showers. Towels and sheets need better care."

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2025

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Srishti Shelter

Srishti Shelter

3 out of 5
SA 13 52 K 31 Khajuhi, Vitnam Temple Road Sarnath Varanasi, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"Guest house is good. I can rate overall stay as good"

Reviewed on 30 May 2019

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DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi

DoubleTree by Hilton Varanasi

4 out of 5
SA 2/320 Chhota Lalpur, Pandeypur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The price is £67 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£67
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Varanasi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (83 reviews)
"Great stay overall Very helpful staff"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

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Kashi Kutir

Kashi Kutir

Varanasi, UP
Stay at this holiday home in Varanasi. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Dasaswamedh ghat are located ...
Kashi Kutir
Kashi Heritage Palette Varanasi

Kashi Heritage Palette Varanasi

3 out of 5
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Stay at this 3-star 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

Kashi Heritage Palette Varanasi
Spacious hotel in charming Varanasi with WiFi, AC

Spacious hotel in charming Varanasi with WiFi, AC

Varanasi, UP
Stay at this holiday home in Varanasi. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room jetted baths and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Kashi Vishwanath Temple and ...
Spacious hotel in charming Varanasi with WiFi, AC
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Popular places to visit

Dasaswamedh ghat featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Dasaswamedh ghat

Observe sadhus conducting rituals, pilgrims bathing in holy water and priests performing the enthralling Ganga aarti ceremony on the banks of the Ganges River.

Dasaswamedh ghat
New Vishwanatha Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Banaras Hindu University

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.

Banaras Hindu University
Tulsi Ghat which includes a day spa, religious elements and general coastal views

Tulsi Ghat

Watch pilgrims bathe in sacred water, see holy men perform ancient rituals and visit the former home of a great Indian poet.

Tulsi Ghat
Ramnagar Fort showing a house, heritage elements and a ruin

Ramnagar Fort

Admire the architecture of this 17th-century fort, discover exhibits of armor, jewelry and vintage cars and watch stunning sunsets over the Ganges River.

Ramnagar Fort
Durga Temple which includes religious aspects and markets

Durga Temple

Discover an immaculate image of a revered Hindu god and watch mischievous troops of monkeys at this attractive centuries-old temple.

Durga Temple
Mulagandha Kuti Vihara Monastery featuring a temple or place of worship, religious elements and street scenes

Mulagandha Kuti Vihara

Listen to monks chanting Buddhist sermons and spot interesting artwork at this modern temple, set among picturesque gardens, ruined temples and sacred shrines.

Mulagandha Kuti Vihara

Things to do

Evening Ganga Aarti ceremony

Varanasi Evening Ganga Aarti Tour

£36
per adult
Varanasi Evening Ganga Aarti Tour
Child Aghori

The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour

£97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour
Varanasi: Night Boat Ride, Aarti Ceremony and Dinner

Varanasi: Night Boat Ride, Aarti Ceremony and Dinner

£41
per adult
Varanasi: Night Boat Ride, Aarti Ceremony and Dinner
Ganga Aarti At Sunset

3 Days Private Enchanting Varanasi Tour

£99
per adult
3 Days Private Enchanting Varanasi Tour
Early morning Ganga Arti

Varanasi Morning Boat Tour [RowBoat]

£31
per adult
Varanasi Morning Boat Tour [RowBoat]
Varanasi to Bodhgaya: A Day of Spiritual Exploration

Varanasi to Bodhgaya: A Day of Spiritual Exploration

£185
per adult
Varanasi to Bodhgaya: A Day of Spiritual Exploration
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Cities near Sarnath

Varanasi which includes a bay or harbour, a coastal town and boating

Varanasi