A First-Timer's Guide to the Ghats of Varanasi, Right from Our Doorstep

Staying at Surya Kaiser Palace puts you minutes from the ghats that make Varanasi one of the world's oldest living cities. Here's how to make the most of your first visit.

Dashashwamedh Ghat is the liveliest of the ghats, famous for the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony. Arrive by 6 PM for a good vantage point — it's just a short auto-rickshaw ride from the hotel.

Assi Ghat is quieter, popular for sunrise boat rides and morning yoga sessions on the steps.

Manikarnika Ghat is one of the most sacred cremation ghats in Varanasi. Approach respectfully, and consider hiring a local guide to understand its significance.

From Surya Kaiser Palace, our team can help arrange a taxi or auto-rickshaw to any of these ghats, and our front desk is always happy to suggest the best time of day to visit each one.

Book your stay at our 4-star heritage property, built in 1818 for the Kaiser of Nepal, and start your Varanasi journey just minutes from the river.