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Step into the historic heart of Amritsar on a guided heritage walking tour through the Old City, designed to reveal the city beyond the Golden Temple. Walk through narrow lanes and traditional bazaars while discovering hidden havelis, sacred temples, and centuries-old neighborhoods that most visitors miss.
Visit key landmarks such as Town Hall, Gurudwara Saragarhi Memorial, and Qila Ahluwalia, and hear powerful stories that bring Amritsar’s Sikh, Mughal, and colonial history to life. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, this immersive walking experience offers authentic cultural insights, local market encounters, and a deeper understanding of Amritsar’s living heritage—ideal for travelers seeking history, culture, and meaningful local experiences.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet you at the main entrance Of Town Hall .
Itinerary
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Begin your heritage walking tour at the historic Town Hall, a beautiful example of British-era architecture built in 1866. Once the administrative center of Amritsar under British rule, it now serves as an important cultural landmark and meeting point at the edge of the Old City.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwara
Visit the Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwara, dedicated to the bravery of 21 Sikh soldiers of the 36th Sikh Regiment who fought courageously in the historic Battle of Saragarhi (1897). Learn powerful stories of sacrifice, courage, and Sikh military history from your local guide.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Explore Qila Ahluwalia, located in the heart of Amritsar’s Old City. Built by Sardar Jassa Singh Ahluwalia, a prominent Sikh leader of the 18th century, this historic fort played a key role during the period of foreign invasions and Sikh resistance.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Walk through Jalebian Wala Chowk, named after a famous sweet shop operating since 1956. Learn about the preparation of jalebi, one of Punjab’s most loved traditional sweets, and experience the lively atmosphere of the Old City bazaar.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Udasin Akhara Sangal Wala Road
Visit Udasin Akhara Sangal Wala, a sacred site founded in 1771 by Nirvan Priyatam Dass. This historic akhara served as a center for education, meditation, and spiritual learning for ascetics and holy men.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Visit Chitta Akhara, a sacred Udasi site associated with Baba Shri Chand Ji, the elder son of Guru Nanak Dev Ji. Located in the Old City of Amritsar, this historic akhara has long served as a center for meditation, spiritual learning, and ascetic traditions, reflecting the shared spiritual heritage of Sikh and Udasi communities.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Stop at Darshani Deori, a historically important gateway from where Sri Guru Arjan Dev Ji and Sri Guru Hargobind Ji would view Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple). The site offers deep spiritual and historical insight into Sikh traditions.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Conclude the walk at Gurudwara Churasti Attari, established by Sri Guru Hargobind Ji in the early 1600s. Learn about the origin of Batti Hatta Market, created when the Guru encouraged traders to set up 32 shops here, blending spirituality with daily life.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Discover Baba Bohar Shivala, located at the end of Bartan Bazaar (Utensil Market). The ancient banyan tree (Bohar) here holds deep religious significance in Hindu mythology and symbolizes the Trimurti — Brahma, Vishnu, and Mahesh. Learn why this sacred tree has been preserved even as buildings grew around it.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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