Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti Varanasi
📍 Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi, Varanasi district
The most celebrated ghat in Varanasi. Every evening at sunset, seven priests perform the resplendent Ganga Aarti using giant camphor flames, conches, and incense to electrifying music, one of Indias most awe-inspiring spectacles.
Entry Fee
Free ghat-side viewing. Boat for river view Rs 200 to Rs 500.
Best Time
Evening Aarti: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (arrive by 6 PM)
Best Season
October to March
Time Required
2 hours
How to reach
Central Varanasi ghats; e-rickshaw from Godaulia Chowk (500 m); 6 km from Varanasi Junction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the entry fee for Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti Varanasi?
The entry fee for Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti Varanasi is Free ghat-side viewing. Boat for river view Rs 200 to Rs 500..
What is the best time and season to visit Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti Varanasi?
The best season to visit is October to March, and the ideal time of day is Evening Aarti: 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (arrive by 6 PM).
How do I reach Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti Varanasi?
Central Varanasi ghats; e-rickshaw from Godaulia Chowk (500 m); 6 km from Varanasi Junction.
How much time is required to explore Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti Varanasi?
A typical visit to Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti Varanasi takes around 2 hours.