First Time in Varanasi? Complete Travel Guide ( 2026)
Visiting Varanasi as a foreigners for the first time? We’ll help you plan your trip to Varanasi easily and let you know about what to do and what not to do in this city. We know that its your first time in Varanasi hence, we recommend you to stay away from tourists scams and know what is best for you. This city has a lot to do. What you should definitely not miss in – Sunrise boat trip at dawn and sunset boat ride, the famous Manikarnika Ghat, the evening Ganga aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat, the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Kaal Bhairav ( Although tough for foreigners) because of huge crowd, and temples of Kashi.
Here is everything you need to know before visiting Varanasi.
Is Varanasi safe for foreigners?
Yes , Varanasi is completely safe for foreigners. Just don’t get caught by touts and scammers. Everyone tries to be your friend. Avoid it.
What to expect with Varanasi ?
Varanasi is an intense city, chaotic but interesting. There are temples, Gurudwaras, Mosques, Churches, Holy river Ganga. This city has almost everything you need and the last but not the least the “Moksha”
What to wear ?
Since , the city is historical and rich in culture, you must respect the local traditions. Please wear covered clothes in temples and Gurudwaras.
How many days do you need in Varanasi ?
I’d personally recommend , 2-3 days in Varanasi. But many people come to study Indian classical music, do meditation, yoga, medical reason etc. So its totally up to you.
Most popular scams in Varanasi which foreigners must avoid ?
The city is full of tourists and many foreigners come to this holy place to witness the crematorium. The most popular scam in Varanasi is at Manikarnika Ghat where the touts may come to you explaining about Hindu cremation process etc and then charge you a huge amount for wood or poor people . Never give any money to them as the money doesn’t go to the right place.
How to book a safe and secure trip to Varanasi?
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