Bengaluru, Karnataka · Bengaluru travel guide
Large spiritual complex dedicated to Lord Krishna.
The ISKCON Temple in Bengaluru is a spiritual haven dedicated to Lord Krishna, located on Hare Krishna Hill. Built in 1997, it combines modern and traditional architectural styles. Visitors can enjoy serene prayer halls, vibrant rituals, and devotional music. It's also a cultural center with a vegetarian restaurant, bookstore, and engaging spiritual programs.
| Time to spend | About 1.5 h (1–2.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 7:15–9:30 AM — morning darshan with fewer queues; 6:30–8 PM — evening aarti |
| Avoid | 1–4 PM — temple closed in the afternoon |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Fri: 4:30–5 AM, 7:15 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM; Sat–Sun: 4:30–5 AM, 7:15 AM–8:15 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy — series of ramps and stairs to the main hall |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Groups |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 on Google (1,28,384 reviews) |
Weekends and festivals like Janmashtami have very long queues; any season otherwise.
Most visitors spend about 1.5 h; 1–2.5 h depending on pace.
7:15–9:30 AM, for morning darshan with fewer queues. The best months are Oct–Mar.
Entry is free.
Mon–Fri: 4:30–5 AM, 7:15 AM–1 PM, 4–8 PM; Sat–Sun: 4:30–5 AM, 7:15 AM–8:15 PM.
Cover shoulders and knees; remove footwear; no shorts