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Places to visit in Ayodhya

Beyond the temples - ghats, museums, heritage hills, food and shopping for the complete experience.

2-day visit plan

This directory lists what to see. For hour-by-hour scheduling, use our primary itinerary - it avoids duplicating the same '2 days' query.

Open 2-day Ayodhya itinerary

While Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir and Hanuman Garhi are the spiritual anchors of any Ayodhya pilgrimage, the city offers much more - sacred ghats along the Saryu, heritage museums, ancient hills, and vibrant food streets. Plan at least 2 days to experience the full spectrum: check our 2-day itinerary guide for a balanced schedule. For help choosing where to stay near these sites, visit our hotels & accommodation page.

Ram Ki Paidi

Ghat

Ram Ki Paidi

Series of ghats on the Saryu - the most iconic spot for evening aarti and Deepotsav.

1.7 km from Ram MandirAll day · Aarti ~6:30 PM

Saryu Ghat

Ghat

Saryu Ghat

Sacred riverfront for snan, evening aarti and peaceful walks along the Saryu.

1.5 km from Ram MandirAll day · Aarti evenings

Naya Ghat

Ghat

Naya Ghat

Main venue of the world-record Deepotsav lamps.

2.1 kmAll day

Guptar Ghat

Ghat

Guptar Ghat

Believed site where Lord Rama took Jal Samadhi. Quieter, scenic ghat.

8 km (Faizabad)Sunrise – sunset

Swarg Dwar Ghat

Ghat

Swarg Dwar Ghat

Riverfront ghat whose name means 'Gateway to Heaven', linked in local tradition to Lord Rama's final departure from Ayodhya.

1.5 km from Ram MandirAll day

Ram Katha Museum

Museum

Ram Katha Museum

Government museum with Ramayana art, manuscripts and sculptures.

2.5 km10 AM – 5 PM (Mon closed)

Mani Parvat & Sugriv Parvat

Heritage

Mani Parvat & Sugriv Parvat

Twin small hills with Buddhist stupa remains and panoramic views.

3 kmSunrise – sunset

Bharat Kund (Nandigram)

Heritage

Bharat Kund (Nandigram)

Where Bharat ruled with Rama's paduka for 14 years. ~15 km from Ayodhya.

15 km6 AM – 8 PM

Surya Kund

Heritage

Surya Kund

Ancient sun-temple pond linked to Ikshvaku dynasty rituals.

4 kmSunrise – sunset

Tulsi Udyan

Park

Tulsi Udyan

Riverside garden with statue of Tulsidas; nice for evening walks.

1.1 km5 AM – 9 PM

Ayodhya Bazaar (Ram Path)

Shopping

Ayodhya Bazaar (Ram Path)

Idols, prasad, rudraksha, brassware and Ramayana souvenirs along the new Ram Path.

0.6 km9 AM – 9 PM

Sattvic Thali Houses

Food

Sattvic Thali Houses

Pure-veg, onion-garlic-free Maharaja thalis near the temple.

0.5 km7 AM – 10 PM

Kachori-Jalebi Lanes

Food

Kachori-Jalebi Lanes

Local breakfast staple - hot kachori with aloo sabzi and crisp jalebi.

0.4 km6 AM – 11 AM

Maharishi Valmiki Intl Airport

Transport

Maharishi Valmiki Intl Airport

New international airport (AYJ) serving Ayodhya, ~15 km from temple.

15 km24×7

Plan Your Complete Ayodhya Visit

Combine these places with temple visits, darshan timings, and local food experiences for the full Ayodhya journey:

Ram Mandir, Hanuman Garhi, Kanak Bhawan

Darshan Timings

Temple hours, aarti schedule, VIP passes

Detailed aarti rituals at Ram Mandir

Where to eat sattvic, local & street food

2-Day Itinerary

Perfect schedule covering all must-sees

Airport, train, bus routes to Ayodhya

Last updated: 20 July 2026.