Ram Jhula

Prime Day & Hours: Mornings and Evenings; Weekends

Suggested Duration: 30 minutes

Tickets: Free Entry

Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh Railway Station, about 5.9 KM away

Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, about 20.7 KM away

Nearest Bus Stop: Rishikesh Bus Stand, about 3.3 KM away

Ram Jhula in Rishikesh is a suspension bridge built over the Ganges. Being a 230-meter-long and 2-meter-wide suspension bridge built in 1986, it links the Sivananda Ashram to Parmarth Niketan, making it a spiritual and scenic pathway. While walking on this bridge, visitors are surrounded by stunning views of the river, mountains, and temple from nearby ashrams. Walking over Ram Jhula is a perfect way to experience both the calm as well as the spiritual rhythm of nature, making it one of the top places to visit in Rishikesh.

There are street vendors, old and new restaurants, cafes, and shops in the nearby area to fulfill all your needs while visiting. The Ram Jhula is vehicle-free, which makes it perfect for walking. Whether you’re moving forward towards Triveni Ghat to attend Ganga aarti, neighbouring ashrams to participate in yoga sessions, or enjoying riverside chai, this bridge connects you to the soul of Rishikesh.

• Take a walk along Ram Jhula Rishikesh to soak in beautiful views of the Ganges and connect with the town’s spiritual heart.
• Feel this suspension bridge gently sway with the breeze and the movement of people, adding a unique charm to this riverside experience.
• Explore ashrams like Parmarth Niketan and Swarg Ashram, which are located at the ends of the iconic bridge.
• Attend Ganga Aarti at the nearby ghats to experience a powerful and spiritual evening ritual.

Places to stay in Ram Jhula

3. The Nirvana Palace - This hotel is a two-star luxury hotel located on the Ram Jhula Road providing a very comfortable and convenient stay for guests. The hotel offers luxurious suites along with luxe, king-size suites to spacious well-furnished bedrooms. Guests can enjoy well-prepared Asian, Western and Indian cuisine from their in-house restaurant.

All modern facilities, like free wi-fi, AC rooms, yoga and meditation halls and prompt medical attention, are available here. Rent for the rooms starts from INR 2,100 per day.

Tips for visiting Ram Jhula 

- Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind when you are visiting Ram Jhula: 

- Apart from being one of the most popular pilgrimage destinations in the country, you can also find a number of spiritual centres here. Make sure you check out their yoga centres and meditation ashrams for a spiritually rewarding experience. 

- You must also visit the International Yoga Festival held in March every year. 

- The “aarti’ that takes place in the evening on the banks of the Holy Ganga is another sight to behold. 

- You should carry your own supply of medicines. Carrying your own water bottles when you are touring the place can also make the trip convenient. 

- Winters can get quite cold in the area, which is why it is essential to pack accordingly. No matter what time of the year you are travelling in, make sure you carry some warm clothes to combat the cold. 

- If you are travelling with children, it is important to take special care of them because of the crowds that you will inevitably be met with when you are there.