Explore Rishikesh

10 places to visit

bridge

Lakshman Jhula

Iconic suspension bridge over the Ganges

30-60 minutesFree

bridge

Ram Jhula

Pedestrian suspension bridge connecting ashrams

20-30 minutesFree

ghat

Triveni Ghat

Sacred confluence and evening Aarti site

1-1.5 hoursFree

ashram

Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)

Where the Beatles found inspiration in 1968

1.5-2 hours₹150 (Indians), ₹600 (foreigners)

ashram

Parmarth Niketan

Largest ashram in Rishikesh with evening Aarti

1-2 hoursFree (donations welcome)

ashram

Sivananda Ashram (Divine Life Society)

Historic ashram founded by Swami Sivananda

1-2 hoursFree

temple

Neelkanth Mahadev Temple

Sacred Shiva temple in the Garhwal hills

Half day (including travel)Free

temple

Kunjapuri Temple

Sunrise viewpoint with Himalayan panorama

3-4 hours (including travel)Free

nature

Neer Garh Waterfall

Refreshing two-tier waterfall near town

2-3 hours₹30

nature

Rajaji National Park

Wildlife sanctuary with elephants and tigers

Half day (one safari)₹150 (Indians), ₹600 (foreigners). Jeep safari: ₹2,500-3,500