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What to see in Rishikesh
The yoga capital of the world, on the banks of the Ganges in the Himalayas.
Updated 19 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from July to March
Rishikesh highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Lakshman Jhula
A suspension bridge over the Ganges.
- Beatles Ashram
Where they stayed in 1968, now covered in murals.
- Parmarth Niketan
An ashram with an aarti ceremony at sunset.
- Rafting on the Ganges
White water upstream.
- Yoga
Classes and retreats for all levels.
Day trips from Rishikesh
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Rishikesh
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Rishikesh are from July to March. If you can, avoid from April to June (extreme heat).
- Jan no warnings
- Feb no warnings
- Mar no warnings
- Apr with strong warnings
- May with strong warnings
- Jun with strong warnings
- Jul no warnings
- Aug no warnings
- Sep no warnings
- Oct no warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec no warnings
- from April to June
Extreme heat
From April to June temperatures top 42–45 °C: sightseeing outdoors at midday is dangerous.
What to do: Visit at sunrise (the Taj Mahal opens at dawn), use an air-conditioned car and rest from noon to 5 pm.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: the dhaba. The dishes you can’t miss are in the India guide.
Frequently asked questions about Rishikesh
What to see in Rishikesh?
Lakshman Jhula, Beatles Ashram, Parmarth Niketan, Rafting on the Ganges and Yoga.
What to see in Rishikesh in one day?
Don’t miss Lakshman Jhula, Beatles Ashram, Parmarth Niketan, Rafting on the Ganges and Yoga. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Rishikesh?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Rishikesh are from July to March. If you can, avoid from April to June (extreme heat).
What day trips can you take from Rishikesh?
Rafting.
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Guide reviewed 19 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.