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Allahabad

India

Pace: balanced Spiritual Historic Authentic Bustling
Ideal trip length
2 - 4 days
Busiest
Oct-Mar
Allahabad
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Hotels in Allahabad

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At a glance

Climate
Subtropical
Languages
Hindi and English and Urdu
Local currency
INR (INR)
Local time
(GMT+5)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Civil Lines
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Optional, small amounts appreciated.

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 60 · Moderate

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Kachori Sabzi Chaat Petha Lassi

When to visit Allahabad

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: December Busiest: Oct-Mar
  1. Jan
    85

    Cool, pleasant, foggy

  2. Feb
    80

    Mild, pleasant

  3. Mar
    60

    Warm, dry

  4. Apr
    40

    Hot, dry

  5. May
    20

    Very hot, pre-monsoon

  6. Jun
    25

    Hot, monsoon starts

  7. Jul
    30

    Monsoon, humid

  8. Aug
    35

    Monsoon, humid

  9. Sept
    50

    Post-monsoon, warm

  10. Oct
    70

    Pleasant, clear

  11. Nov
    85

    Cool, clear

  12. Dec
    90

    Cool, foggy

Things to do in Allahabad

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

Triveni Sangam Boat Ride

Sangam 2 hrs

Witness the sacred confluence of Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers.

Outdoors Good for children

Visit Allahabad Fort

Sangam 2.5 hrs

Explore the grand Mughal-era fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

2 places

Anand Bhavan Museum

Civil Lines 2 hrs

Discover the ancestral home of the Nehru-Gandhi family, now a museum.

Indoors

Explore Allahabad Museum

Civil Lines 2 hrs

View artifacts, sculptures, and paintings depicting Indian history and art.

Indoors

Best in the evening

1 place

Taste Local Street Food

Civil Lines 2 hrs

Indulge in delicious chaat, kachori, and sweets from local vendors.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

2 places

Stroll through Khusro Bagh

Near Railway Station 1.5 hrs

Wander amidst the beautiful Mughal gardens and tombs of Khusro Mirza.

Outdoors Good for children

Visit Bara Hanuman Temple

Sangam 1 hr

See the unique reclining idol of Lord Hanuman, a popular pilgrimage site.

Indoors Good for children
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Tours and activities in Allahabad

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Practical ratings

Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.

Eating & Culinary

Kachori Sabzi 95 · Outstanding
Chaat 87 · Outstanding
Petha 78 · Very good
Lassi 70 · Good

Signature Experiences

Triveni Sangam Boat Ride 95 · Outstanding
Visit Allahabad Fort 91 · Outstanding
Anand Bhavan Museum 87 · Outstanding
Stroll Through Khusro Bagh 83 · Very good
Taste Local Street Food 78 · Very good
Explore Allahabad Museum 74 · Good
Visit Bara Hanuman Temple 70 · Good

Best Suitable For

Families 95 · Outstanding
Budget 87 · Outstanding
Culture 78 · Very good
Solo 70 · Good

Planning & Tips

Dress modestly, especially when visiting religious sites. 95 · Outstanding
Bargain respectfully in local markets for best prices. 83 · Very good
Stay hydrated and avoid tap water; use bottled water only. 70 · Good

Ratings and recommendations are curated from local travel data.

Near Allahabad

Straight-line distance from the centre of Allahabad.

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