Har Ki Pauri
Haridwar, Uttarakhand · Haridwar travel guide
Ghat
The most sacred ghat in Haridwar, famous for daily Ganga Aarti, holy dips, and deep religious significance drawing pilgrims from across India.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 1.5 h (1–2.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 5:15–7:30 PM — Ganga aarti about 7pm (5:45pm in winter); arrive early; 5–7 AM — quiet dawn bathing and morning aarti |
| Avoid | 12–3 PM — hot, scorching stone steps |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | May–Aug |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
Winter is best; Kanwar Yatra (July) and big bathing festivals bring huge crowds and the river runs high in monsoon.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at Har Ki Pauri?
Most visitors spend about 1.5 h; 1–2.5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit Har Ki Pauri?
5:15–7:30 PM, for Ganga aarti about 7pm (5:45pm in winter); arrive early. The best months are Oct–Mar.
What is the entry fee for Har Ki Pauri?
Entry is free.
Is there a dress code at Har Ki Pauri?
Modest dress; cover shoulders and knees