Guwahati Travel Guide
Guwahati is the gateway to Northeast India, located on the banks of the Brahmaputra River and known for ancient temples, river views, and vibrant Assamese culture. It serves as the cultural, spiritual, and commercial hub of Assam.
📍 Quick Facts
StateAssam
Famous ForKamakhya Temple & Brahmaputra
Ideal Duration2–3 Days
LanguagesAssamese, Hindi, English
🌦 Live Weather & Network
WeatherLoading…
Temperature–
📱 NetworkAll major networks
🌐 InternetGood 4G / 5G
🗓 Best Time to Visit
Oct – MarPleasant & dry
Apr – JunWarm summers
Jul – SepHeavy monsoon
FestivalAmbubachi Mela
🎯 Things to See & Do
🛕 Places
🍽 Food
🛍 Shopping
✨ Experiences
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Kamakhya TempleMajor Shakti Peeth
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Brahmaputra RiverfrontSunset views
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Umananda IslandRiver island temple
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Assam State MuseumCultural exhibits
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Assamese ThaliTraditional meals
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Fish CurryLocal preparation
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PithaRice delicacy
☕
Assam TeaWorld famous
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Muga SilkTraditional fabric
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Fancy BazaarMain market
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HandicraftsBamboo & cane items
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Tea ProductsLocal blends
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River CruiseBrahmaputra cruise
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Temple VisitsSpiritual tours
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PhotographyRiver & hills
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Cultural ShowsAssamese folk
🗺 Suggested Guwahati Itinerary
📅
Day 1Kamakhya Temple · Riverfront
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Day 2Museum · Shopping
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Day 3River cruise · Leisure
🚆 How to Reach Guwahati
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Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi Airport (GAU)Major NE hub
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Guwahati JunctionMain rail gateway
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RoadNH17 & NH27
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Taxi₹300+
🏨 Where to Stay in Guwahati
Luxury
Mid-Range
Budget
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Riverfront HotelsPremium views
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Business HotelsModern amenities
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Paltan Bazaar HotelsCentral area
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GS Road HotelsCity center
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Guest HousesAffordable stays
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Budget HotelsLow-cost options
🍴 Popular Restaurants
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Paradise RestaurantAssamese cuisine
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Local DhabaTraditional food
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Tea LoungesAssam tea
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City CafésMulti-cuisine
📍 Nearby Destinations
🦏
Kaziranga · 195 kmNational park
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Pobitora · 50 kmWildlife sanctuary
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Shillong · 100 kmHill station
👕 What to Wear
Light cottons (summer)
Light jackets (winter)
Comfortable footwear
Rainwear (monsoon)
🎉 Festivals
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Ambubachi MelaKamakhya festival
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BihuAssamese festival
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DiwaliCity celebrations