Haridwar is one of the most sacred pilgrimages in India. Haridwar is a city of temples stationed at the foothills of the Himalayas. The top tourist attractions in Haridwar include ashrams and their pious ambiance that embraces everyone. 

It is one of the 4 Indian cities that host the Kumbh Mela, where millions of Hindu devotees gather once every 12 years. The Ardh Kumbh is organized here every 6 years. Apart from the best places to visit in Haridwar you can also be a part of the Kanwar mela organized every year during the rainy season. The top places to visit in Haridwar include the ‘Panch Tirtha or the five pilgrimages situated within the boundaries of Haridwar namely Gangadwar (Har Ki Pauri), Kushwart (Ghat), Kankhal, Bilwa Tirtha (Mansa Devi Temple), and Neel Parvat (Chandi Devi). 

It acts as the gateway to the Char Dham Yatra also. Its roots are steeped deep in the culture and traditions of the ancient Vedic times, and there are several institutions here imparting traditional knowledge of wellness that are now a part of the best tourist places in Haridwar. Even as of now there are many certified Ayurvedic clinics in Haridwar that you can visit. They also provide sessions in Ayurveda, meditation, and yoga. 

Every morning and evening, the ghats of Ganga light up in the blissful aarti, which attracts devotees and tourists. The evening ritual is the most popular out of all places to visit in Haridwar, making for a divine sight to spectate the river with loud and rhythmic chants and diyas whose lights lighten up the darkening waters. It is a spectacular glimpse as countless diyas are set afloat on the river. 

You will be welcomed with chimes of the temple bells and religious chanting. This city has religious importance as the river Ganga enters the Indo-Gangetic Plains in Haridwar, making its former name 'Gangadwara' perfect in every sense and paving way for some of the best places to visit in Haridwar with friends and family.  

List of Attractions:

Har Ki Pauri: Built on the banks of River Ganga that flows through Haridwar, Har Ki Pauri is quite a famous ghat. The literal breakdown of the meaning of ‘Har Ki Pauri’ comes out to be ‘God’s Steps’.

Shanti Kunj: With spiritual and divine energy flowing throughout this place, it has emerged as the epicenter of moral-spiritual regeneration in the ancient Indian style.

Mansa Devi Temple: Goddess Mansa Devi is the main deity to this temple. Another name for this temple is Bilwa Tirth, making it a part of the ‘Panch Tirth’ in Haridwar.

Vaishno Devi Temple: This temple is not just a famous tourist spot, but has great mythological significance, and has caves and rock caves that lead up to the temple, making it an adventurous and wish-fulfilling experience. 

Chandi Devi Temple: Out of the 3 Siddh Peetha in Haridwar, where wishes get fulfilled, Chandi Devi Temple is one such Siddh Peetha. This temple is dedicated to Goddess Chandi Devi.

Pawan Dham: Pawan Dham, just a short distance away from the Rishikesh Road, tons of people throng this place to admire the beautiful glass and mirror work and the idols that are kept here.

Birla Ghat: One of the oldest ghats of Haridwar on the banks of River Ganga, Birla Ghat is a peaceful and pristine spot, lying adjacent to the Vishnu Ghat.

Maya Devi Temple: A  temple dedicated to the goddess Maya. Maya Devi Temple also goes by the name of Shakti Peetha, making it one of the 3 Siddh Peethas in Haridwar.

Patanjali Yoga Peeth: Yoga peeth has got its name among the largest yoga institutes in India. The institute named after Rishi Patanjali has grown under Baba Ramdev to promote yoga and Ayurveda in the country and worldwide.

Vishnu Ghat: Yet another beautiful ghat built on the banks of River Ganga that falls in Haridwar, this ghat was named after the supreme deity Lord Vishnu. This is one of the safest and the cleanest ghats in Haridwar.