Places to visit in Haridwar
12 places, grouped by kind. Each one shows how well it is verified: an official source, two independent sources, or not yet verified.
District headquarters 1
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Roshnabad (Haridwar) (district headquarters) Two sources
Headquarters of Haridwar district, Garhwal division (Wikipedia).
Temples and pilgrimage 8
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Haridwar Official source
One of the holiest pilgrimages in India, Haridwar, or the ‘gateway to gods’, is located where Ganga, the sacredest of all Indian rivers, enters the Indo-Gangetic plains. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
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Piran Kaliyar Sharif Dargah Official source
The Piran Kaliyar Sharif dargah or the final resting place of the 13th century saint Allauddin Ali Ahamed ‘Sabir’, on the outskirts of Roorkee town, is a revered destination for tourists and devotees alike. (Uttarakhand Tourism)
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Chandi Devi Temple Official source
Chandi Devi temple, located on the top of Neel Parvat, is one of the major tourist attractions of Haridwar. With Goddess Chandi as its presiding deity, the temple is one of the Siddhapeeth. (Uttarakhand Tourism)
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Daksha Mahadev Temple Official source
This Lord Shiva temple is located on the outskirts of Haridwar and is said to have been constructed at the site where King Daksha performed a yagna (a Hindu fire ritual). (Uttarakhand Tourism)
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Mata Mansa Devi Temple Official source
This temple located atop the Bilwa Parvat on the Shivalik mountain range is considered to be one of the most scared shrines of Haridwar. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
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Maya Devi Temple Official source
Devoted to goddess Maya Devi, the temple is considered very sacred by devotees. (Uttarakhand Tourism)
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Sapt Rishi Ashram Official source
The serene Sapt Rishi Ashram, one of the oldest in Haridwar, welcomes devotees looking for peace and spirituality. It also runs a Sanskrit school. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
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Sureshwari Devi temple Official source
This old temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is located on the outskirts of the city. (Uttarakhand Tourism)
Peaks, parks and lakes 3
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Har ki Pauri Official source
Har Ki Pauri, meaning 'the footsteps of gods' is the one of the most well-known ghats of Haridwar, and it's always bustling with pilgrims and tourists, who come to take a dip in the holy Ganga. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
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Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar Official source
A paradise for bird watchers and trekkers, this forested area offers abundant flora and fauna. Situated just 3.5 km from Haridwar, the park attracts thousands of migratory birds in winter. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
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Patanjali Yogpeeth Official source
One of the most popular sites in Haridwar, this institute, with a sprawling campus, conducts research in yoga and Ayurveda and has been propagating yoga around the world. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
In depth: Haridwar
Haridwar: One of the holiest pilgrimages in India, Haridwar, or the ‘gateway to gods’, is located where Ganga, the sacredest of all Indian rivers, enters the Indo-Gangetic plains. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, Haridwar is a city of temples and ashrams and its pious ambience envelops everyone. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
At a glance
- Type
- Temples and pilgrimage Official source
- District
- Haridwar (assigned from the place's location; Uttarakhand Tourism pages rarely name the district)
- Best time
- See the season table
History and significance
- District formed
- 28 December 1988 (Wikipedia) Two sources
What to see
- Piran Kaliyar Sharif Dargah
- The Piran Kaliyar Sharif dargah or the final resting place of the 13th century saint Allauddin Ali Ahamed ‘Sabir’, on the outskirts of Roorkee town, is a revered destination for tourists and devotees alike. (Uttarakhand Tourism)
- Patanjali Yogpeeth
- One of the most popular sites in Haridwar, this institute, with a sprawling campus, conducts research in yoga and Ayurveda and has been propagating yoga around the world. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
- Sapt Rishi Ashram
- The serene Sapt Rishi Ashram, one of the oldest in Haridwar, welcomes devotees looking for peace and spirituality. It also runs a Sanskrit school. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
- Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar
- A paradise for bird watchers and trekkers, this forested area offers abundant flora and fauna. Situated just 3.5 km from Haridwar, the park attracts thousands of migratory birds in winter. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
- Daksha Mahadev Temple
- This Lord Shiva temple is located on the outskirts of Haridwar and is said to have been constructed at the site where King Daksha performed a yagna (a Hindu fire ritual). (Uttarakhand Tourism)
- Sureshwari Devi temple
- This old temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is located on the outskirts of the city. (Uttarakhand Tourism)
Visiting
- Timings, fees
- Not published on the pages read. Confirm locally. Not yet verified
Festivals
- Local fairs and festivals
- Dates to confirm. Not yet verified
Visitor guidelines
- Hill roads close after heavy rain and snow; check road status and avoid driving after dark in the monsoon (estimate).
How to reach Haridwar
- By Flight
- Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Haridwar situated at a distance of 37 kilometers. Taxis are easily available from Jolly Grant Airport to Haridwar. Jolly Grant Airport is well connected to Delhi with daily flights. (Uttarakhand Tourism) Official source
- By Train
- The main railway station serving the area is Haridwar Railway Station. It is well connected by railway networks with major destinations of India like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Trivandrum, Dehradun, etc. Trains to and from Haridwar Railway station are frequent. (Uttarakhand Tourism) Official source
- By Road
- Haridwar is well connected by motorable roads with major destinations of Uttarakhand and northern states of India. Luxury and normal buses to Haridwar are easily available from Delhi ISBT Kashmiri Gate and Meerut. (Uttarakhand Tourism) Official source
Month by month
| Month | Temp °C | Sunrise | Sunset | Verdict |
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| Jan | IMD normals to add | 07:14 | 17:38 | Cool; fog |
| Feb | IMD normals to add | 06:58 | 18:05 | Good |
| Mar | IMD normals to add | 06:29 | 18:25 | Good |
| Apr | IMD normals to add | 05:52 | 18:43 | Warm |
| May | IMD normals to add | 05:25 | 19:02 | Hot |
| Jun | IMD normals to add | 05:16 | 19:19 | Hot until the monsoon |
| Jul | IMD normals to add | 05:26 | 19:20 | Monsoon; Kanwar Yatra in Haridwar |
| Aug | IMD normals to add | 05:44 | 19:00 | Monsoon |
| Sep | IMD normals to add | 06:01 | 18:25 | Monsoon easing |
| Oct | IMD normals to add | 06:18 | 17:48 | Good |
| Nov | IMD normals to add | 06:42 | 17:23 | Good |
| Dec | IMD normals to add | 07:05 | 17:19 | Cool; fog |
Suggested plans
- Two days
- Haridwar, Piran Kaliyar Sharif Dargah, Patanjali Yogpeeth, Sapt Rishi Ashram.
How to reach Haridwar
- By train
- See "Getting there".
- By air
- Jolly Grant, Dehradun (DED) and Pantnagar (PGH) (estimate).
- By road
- Hill highways; landslide-prone in the monsoon (estimate).
- Headquarters
- Roshnabad (Haridwar)
- Coast
- Landlocked; Terai and Doon plains
Best time to visit Haridwar
- Best time
- March-June and September-November in the hills (estimate).
- Climate
- Temperate hills with snow at height; heavy monsoon July-September (estimate).
Dates to plan around in Uttarakhand
- Char Dham portals open — Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath: Late April-May; 2027 dates to confirm
- Char Dham portals close — Same: October-November; dates to confirm
- Valley of Flowers season — Chamoli: Monsoon bloom; opening dates to confirm
- Kanwar Yatra — Haridwar: Shravan (July-August); dates to confirm
- Ganga Aarti — Har ki Pauri, Haridwar; Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh: Daily at dusk (estimate)
Where to stay in Haridwar
No stays have been verified for Haridwar yet — our guide lists a stay only after checking it with an official source.
Quick answers about Haridwar
What is Haridwar known for?
Garhwal division. Haridwar, Piran Kaliyar Sharif Dargah, Patanjali Yogpeeth.
What is the one place not to miss in Haridwar?
Haridwar. One of the holiest pilgrimages in India, Haridwar, or the ‘gateway to gods’, is located where Ganga, the sacredest of all Indian rivers, enters the Indo-Gangetic plains. (Uttarakhand Tourism; wording is the source's own claim)
Which is the nearest railway station to Haridwar?
See "Getting there".
Which is the nearest airport to Haridwar?
Jolly Grant, Dehradun (DED) and Pantnagar (PGH) (estimate).
When is the best time to visit Haridwar?
March-June and September-November in the hills (estimate).
How many places are there to visit in Haridwar?
Our guide lists 12 places in Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, across district headquarters, temples and pilgrimage, peaks, parks and lakes.