Prayagraj travel guide

Things to do in Prayagraj

1. Triveni Sangam

   2 h · ₹200 entry

   Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj is the sacred confluence of three rivers. You can take a boat out to the confluence, which is the site of the renowned Kumbh Mela in Hindu tradition.

2. Bade Hanuman Temple

   45 min · Free

   Bade Hanuman Temple in Prayagraj features a unique reclining idol of Lord Hanuman. Located near the holy Sangam, it draws devotees from all over.

   Tip: Keep your belongings secure as the temple premises can get crowded.

3. Anand Bhawan

   1 h · ₹70 entry

   Anand Bhawan is a historic house museum in Prayagraj that served as the residence of the Nehru family. Bought by Motilal Nehru in the 1930s and later donated to the government, it preserves personal belongings and history. The property also houses the Jawahar Planetarium.

   Tip: Keep in mind that the museum remains closed on Mondays.

4. Khusro Bagh

   45 min · Free

   Khusro Bagh is a large walled garden and burial complex in Prayagraj. It houses the tombs of Shah Begum, Khusrau Mirza, Nithar Begum, and Bibi Tamolan. This quadrangle site is listed as an Indian Site of National Importance.

   Tip: Check out the distance from the Akbari fort at Sangam if you plan to visit both

5. Allahabad Museum & Azad Park

   2 h · ₹20 entry

   Allahabad Museum and Azad Park is a large public park and museum in Prayagraj. Originally known as Alfred Park, it marks the historic site where revolutionary Chandrashekhar Azad sacrificed his life during the Indian independence movement. The grounds also house a museum detailing the region's heritage.

   Tip: Combine your museum tour with a relaxed stroll through the expansive green grounds of the park.

6. Magh Mela

   4 h · Free

   Magh Mela is an annual bathing fair held on the Sangam sands in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. It is a major religious gathering where people take a ritual dip at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Sarasvati rivers.

   Tip: Check the Hindu luni-solar calendar dates in advance to plan your visit.

Where to stay in Prayagraj

• Civil Lines

  ₹2,000–5,000

  Central hotels and food.

• Near the station

  ₹800–2,000

  Budget hotels.

What to eat

• Kachori-sabzi & jalebi

  street food · veg

  Old-city breakfast in Lokenath.

• Civil Lines chaat

  street food · veg

  Tikki and golgappe in the evening.