You can choose from temples, ghats, gardens and heritage monuments based on your interest in devotion, history or riverside walks. The ten places to visit in Ayodhya below cover the main religious and cultural sites.
1. Ram Janmabhoomi
Ram Janmabhoomi is the temple marking the birthplace of Lord Rama, in central Ayodhya. The Ram Lalla idol was consecrated here on 22 January 2024, according to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Ram Mandir and the consecrated Ram Lalla idol |
| Location | Ram Janmabhoomi complex, central Ayodhya |
| Timings | Check current darshan hours and aarti slots before visiting |
| Entry | No entry fee; security and cloakroom rules apply |
| Things to do | Attend darshan and view the temple complex |
| Tip | Carry minimal belongings, as bags and electronics face restrictions |
2. Hanuman Garhi
Hanuman Garhi is a hilltop temple dedicated to Hanuman, reached by a flight of steps. It is one of the most visited temples in the city.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Hilltop Hanuman temple and city views |
| Location | Central Ayodhya, near Ram Janmabhoomi |
| Timings | Check current darshan hours before visiting |
| Entry | No entry fee; donations accepted |
| Things to do | Climb the steps for darshan and views |
| Tip | Combine Hanuman Garhi with Ram Janmabhoomi and Kanak Bhawan |
3. Kanak Bhawan
Kanak Bhawan is a temple dedicated to Rama and Sita, near Ram Janmabhoomi. It is known for idols dressed in gold-coloured ornaments.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Rama and Sita temple with decorated idols |
| Location | Tulsi Nagar, near Ram Janmabhoomi |
| Timings | Open morning and evening; check current hours |
| Entry | No entry fee |
| Things to do | View the shrine and its architecture |
| Tip | Visit alongside the nearby Ram Janmabhoomi temples |
4. Nageshwarnath Temple
Nageshwarnath Temple is a Shiva temple near the Sarayu ghats and a long-standing pilgrimage stop by the Sarayu ghats.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Shiva temple near the river |
| Location | Near Ram ki Paidi, Sarayu riverfront |
| Timings | Check current darshan hours; busier during Shivratri |
| Entry | No entry fee |
| Things to do | Offer prayers and walk the nearby ghats |
| Tip | Pair with a Sarayu ghat visit and the evening aarti |
5. Gulab Bari
Gulab Bari is the garden tomb of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula, set among rose gardens in the Faizabad area of Ayodhya district.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Garden tomb and rose gardens |
| Location | Faizabad area, Ayodhya district |
| Timings | Daytime; check current hours |
| Entry | Check the current official tariff before visiting |
| Things to do | Walk the gardens and view the tomb architecture |
| Tip | Combine with Bahu Begum ka Maqbara nearby |
6. Treta Ke Thakur
Treta Ke Thakur is a temple on the Sarayu riverbank that houses idols associated with Lord Rama. Public access is limited to certain days, so check opening dates before you go.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Riverside temple with Rama idols |
| Location | Naya Ghat, Sarayu riverbank |
| Timings | Limited public opening; check current dates and hours |
| Entry | No entry fee |
| Things to do | View the idols and the riverfront setting |
| Tip | Confirm opening dates in advance, as access is restricted on some days |
7. Tulsi Smarak Bhawan
Tulsi Smarak Bhawan is a memorial to the poet Tulsidas, author of the Ramcharitmanas, in central Ayodhya. It hosts a research library and regular Ramayana recitals.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Memorial to Tulsidas and Ramayana recitals |
| Location | Central Ayodhya, near the main road |
| Timings | Open morning to evening; recitals in the evening |
| Entry | No entry fee |
| Things to do | Attend a recital and visit the library |
| Tip | Check the evening Ramkatha timing before you go |
8. Bahu Begum ka Maqbara
Bahu Begum ka Maqbara is an 18th-century mausoleum in the Faizabad area, built for the queen Bahu Begum. It is among the taller historic monuments in the district.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | 18th-century mausoleum and architecture |
| Location | Faizabad area, Ayodhya district |
| Timings | Daytime; check current hours |
| Entry | Check the current official tariff before visiting |
| Things to do | View the monument and surrounding grounds |
| Tip | Combine with Gulab Bari on a Faizabad-area visit |
9. Raja Mandir
Raja Mandir is a temple on the Sarayu riverfront dedicated to Rama, near Ram ki Paidi. It is a quieter stop along the ghats.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Riverfront Rama temple |
| Location | Near Ram ki Paidi, Sarayu riverfront |
| Timings | Check current darshan hours |
| Entry | No entry fee |
| Things to do | Offer prayers and walk the ghats |
| Tip | Time your visit for the evening Sarayu aarti |
10. Ram Katha Park
Ram Katha Park is an open-air venue and green space beside the Sarayu, used for cultural programmes and Ramayana events.
| Aspect | Details |
| Highlights | Open-air park and cultural venue |
| Location | Along the Sarayu river, near Naya Ghat |
| Timings | Open daytime into the evening; check current hours |
| Entry | No entry fee for the park; event access may vary |
| Things to do | Walk the grounds and attend cultural events |
| Tip | Check the event schedule, as programmes peak during festivals |
