Tours and Tickets to Experience Dashashwamedh Ghat

No, there is no entrance fee to visit Dashashwamedh Ghat; if someone tells you otherwise, they are probably trying to scam you. You can see the ghat by joining a boat tour or walking tour, which can be booked online in advance so the cost is clear.

The best time of day to visit Dashashwamedh Ghat is just before sunset, which will give you enough time to get a good seat for the evening aarti prayer ceremony. During this ritual, which consistently attracts large crowds, priests offer fire to the Ganges River using giant brass lanterns.

No, there’s no specific dress code at Dashashwamedh Ghat but shoes are not allowed. As this is a holy site, visitors should wear modest clothes that cover shoulders and knees. Indian clothing often fulfills this need—wearing a tunic or other traditional garment can be viewed as a sign of cultural appreciation.

The best month to visit Dashashwamedh Ghat is February during the annual Shivratri celebrations, which honor the birth of Lord Shiva. February is also one of the cooler months to visit Varanasi, as it falls during the pleasant winter season. April and May can get very hot, while June and August are typically rainy.

Yes, there are lots of guided tours available for Dashashwamedh Ghat. Most Varanasi city tours stop at or pass by the ghat, including old city walking tours and sunrise boat tours. You can also join a tour that will take you to the ghat around nightfall to view the aarti ceremonies.

Yes, there are lots of attractions near Dashashwamedh Ghat. The Ganges River is right in front, and other popular ghats are nearby, including Kedar Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple) is about a 10-minute walk away.