Things to do in Varanasi District

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A river with boats, a bridge, and buildings along the riverbank at night.
A riverside cityscape with historic architecture, including temples and a hotel.
A bustling riverside with colorful boats, historic buildings, and a prominent temple.
A riverbank with colorful buildings and boats docked along the water.
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Things to do

Varanasi Ghats

3 Days Private Enchanting Varanasi Tour

$218
per adult
3 Days Private Enchanting Varanasi Tour
Explore Varanasi’s heritage

Explore Varanasi’s heritage

$20
per adult
Explore Varanasi’s heritage
Full Day Varanasi Private Tour with Temples, Ghats & Rituals

Full Day Varanasi Private Tour with Temples, Ghats & Rituals

$49
per adult
Full Day Varanasi Private Tour with Temples, Ghats & Rituals
Varanasi: Sunrise Boat Tour with Chai & Arti Ceremony

Varanasi: Sunrise Boat Tour with Arti Ceremony

$30
per adult
Varanasi: Sunrise Boat Tour with Arti Ceremony
The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour

The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour

$122
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Ultimate 1 Day in Varanasi - How to Spend 13 Hours - Private Guided Tour
Varanasi: Private city sightseeing & Ganges Cruis

Full-day private Varanasi tour with AC car, boat & Sarnath

$164
per adult
Full-day private Varanasi tour with AC car, boat & Sarnath
Walking Tour in the old part of the city of Varanasi

Walking Tour in the old part of the city of Varanasi

$16
per adult
Walking Tour in the old part of the city of Varanasi
Evening Boat Ride

Evening Boat Ride

$27
per adult
Evening Boat Ride
Avikarma Herbal Body Massage

Avikarma Herbal Body Massage

$42
per adult
Avikarma Herbal Body Massage
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Kashi Vishwanath Temple

9.4/10 (211 reviews)
After visiting Kashi Vishwanath Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Varanasi. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples in the area.
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Popular day trips from Varanasi District

A river with boats and a historic building in the background.

Varanasi

A historic temple with a central entrance flanked by colorful flags, surrounded by lush greenery.

Sarnath

A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over rocky terrain with people observing from the top.

Mirzapur

A row of lit candles in glass holders on a reflective surface.

Bhadohi

A bull on a sandy beach with boats and a building in the background.

Chandauli