Rishikesh, Uttarakhand · Rishikesh travel guide
Ashram

Historic meditation ashram where the Beatles stayed in 1968, now a cultural heritage site featuring murals, meditation halls, and tranquil surroundings within the Rajaji forest area.
| Time to spend | About 1.5 h (1–2.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 9:30–11:30 AM — soft light on the murals, before afternoon heat |
| Avoid | 1–4 PM — hot and light fades inside the forest |
| Best months | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov |
| Months to avoid | Jul–Aug |
| Entry fee | Paid entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 10 AM–4 PM |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Easy — Short walk through forest from the gate |
| Good for | Couples, Solo, Groups, Families |
| Rating | 4.2 / 5 on Google (7,779 reviews) |
Monsoon makes forest paths slippery and buggy; Oct-Apr is comfortable.



Most visitors spend about 1.5 h; 1–2.5 h depending on pace.
9:30–11:30 AM, for soft light on the murals, before afternoon heat. The best months are Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov.
Entry is paid; check the current price at the gate or on the official site.
Mon–Sun: 10 AM–4 PM.