Varanasi

A curated guide to Varanasi, India: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Kashi Dham Museum 4.8★ (2,000 reviews) · Museum
  2. Assi Ghat, (Varanasi) 4.6★ (74,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Temple, (Varanasi) 4.6★ (11,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Man Singh Observatory 4.6★ (2,400 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Dashashwamedh Ghat 4.6★ (71,000 reviews) · Hindu temple
  6. Tulsi Ghat, (Varanasi) 4.5★ (2,600 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  7. Sarnath Museum 4.5★ (9,100 reviews) · Archaeological museum
  8. Deendayal Hasthkala Sankul 4.5★ (3,500 reviews) · Handicraft museum

Where to eat

  1. Desi Mandapam Baati Chokha Restaurant 4.9★ (13,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. MYSTERIA Café, Diner & Games 4.6★ (2,300 reviews) · Cafe
  3. Terracotta Cafe 4.5★ (2,600 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Roma's Cafe Diner 4.3★ (9,400 reviews) · Restaurant
  5. Flavours Cafe & Bakery 4.5★ (1,800 reviews) · Cafe
  6. De Once More Cafe & Restaurant | Best Restaurant in Varanasi | Best Cafe in Varanasi | 4.7★ (1,300 reviews) · Cafe
  7. Farzi Cafe, Varanasi 4.6★ (994 reviews) · Modern Indian restaurant
  8. Cupid Roof a Multi Cuisine Restaurant 4.7★ (826 reviews) · Restaurant

Where to drink

  1. DOB - Drinks On Board | Pub Nightclub & Rooftop 4.7★ (2,200 reviews) · Bar
  2. My Table 4.0★ (2,200 reviews) · Bar
  3. THE 3RD FLOOR PROJECT 4.0★ (2,600 reviews) · Bar
  4. Captain Nova - Bar & Lounge 4.2★ (1,800 reviews) · Bar
  5. C2H5 Klub 4.6★ (380 reviews) · Night club

A sample 3-day shape

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Day 3

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Varanasi?

With 20 notable sights and 13 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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