Amritsar travel guide
Amritsar Tourism | Amritsar Guide
You're Going to Love Amritsar
With a population of 1,09 million, Amritsar is a must-see destination in Punjab, India. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Amritsar has to offer.
When to visit Amritsar
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Amritsar in June, when the average temperature is 33 °C, and the highest can go up to 41 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 130 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Amritsar, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Amritsar
Plane
When flying to Amritsar, you’ll arrive at Amritsar Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee Intl (ATQ), which is located 12 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Amritsar from Canada departs from Vancouver and takes around 20h 35m.
Airlines serving Amritsar
Where to stay in Amritsar
From 5-star hotels such as the Courtyard by Marriott Amritsar to great affordable options like the Hotel Hong Kong Inn, Amritsar offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 34 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 124 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Amritsar
Most booked hotels in Amritsar
Renting a car in Amritsar
Expect to pay C$ 1.71 per litre in Amritsar (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 20.51 and C$ 27.34.