What are the temple timings?

The temple opens at 7:45 AM and closes at 9:30 PM. Darshan timings: morning: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM, evening: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. It's advisable to visit during darshan hours for the best spiritual experience.

Is there an entry fee?

Free (No entry fee). VIP darshan tickets available for faster access during peak times.

What are the special days to visit this temple?

The temple celebrates several festivals throughout the year. Major festivals include: Phoolon ki Holi, Jhulan Yatra, Janmashtami, Sharad Purnima. Festival dates vary each year according to the Hindu calendar. Visiting during these festivals offers a unique spiritual experience with special rituals and celebrations.

Can I perform special poojas at this temple?

Yes, the temple accepts bookings for special poojas. Various poojas are available including Laksharchana, Abhishekam, Special Darshan, Homa/Havan, and other rituals. Please contact the temple administration in advance to schedule your pooja. It's advisable to book early, especially during festival seasons.

What is the best time to visit to avoid crowds?

Weekday mornings (early morning hours) are generally less crowded. Avoid visiting during major festivals, weekends, and public holidays if you prefer a quieter experience. However, visiting during festivals offers a unique spiritual atmosphere with special decorations and rituals.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Modest traditional attire preferred. Remove shoes before entering (paid shoe-keeping available). No shorts or revealing clothes. Traditional Indian wear recommended. Can be extremely crowded, especially during festivals and weekends.

Is prasada available at the temple?

Yes, prasada is available at the temple. Available items include: Panchamrit, Peda, Charan Amrit

Is parking available at the temple?

Yes, parking facilities are available at the temple premises. However, during festival seasons and special occasions, parking may be limited, so it's advisable to arrive early or use public transportation.

Is the temple accessible for people with disabilities?

VERY CROWDED - limited accessibility during peak times. Narrow lanes leading to temple. Not ideal for wheelchairs during crowded times. Early morning visits recommended for elderly. Separate queue for women and senior citizens sometimes available.

What rituals are performed daily?

Frequent Jhanki darshans with curtain opening and closing, multiple daily decoration changes, Shringar (adornment) rituals, Rajbhog offering, Sandhya Aarti, special abhishekam on important days, no traditional bell ringing, continuous kirtan singing

🛕 Banke Bihari (Lord Krishna)

Banke Bihari Temple — Timings 2026

Complete schedule of darshan, aarti, sevas, festivals and prasadam details.

🕒 Opens 7:45 AM 🕘 Closes 9:30 PM 📍 Uttar Pradesh Closed

⚠️Timings may change due to festivals, special rituals, or temple administration decisions. Please verify with temple authorities before your visit.

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Accommodation near Banke Bihari Temple

Comfortable stays close to the temple — starting from ₹950

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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Banke Bihari (Lord Krishna)

Temple Category:

Krishna Temple

Location:

Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

Full Address:

Banke Bihari Temple, Shri Radha Vallabh Marg, Vrindavan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281121, India

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How to Reach

Nearest transport options

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Nearest Airport:

Agra Airport (60 km), Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (150 km)

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Nearest Railway:

Mathura Junction Railway Station (10 km), Vrindavan Railway Station (2 km)

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Nearest Bus Stop:

Vrindavan Bus Stand (2 km)

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days

Session	Timings	Status	Notes
🛕 Temple Opening	7:45 AM	Open	General days
🙏 Morning Darshan	7:45 AM – 12:00 PM	Open	Best before 9 AM
⏸ Afternoon Break	Between sessions	Closed	Rituals & cleaning
🙏 Evening Darshan	5:30 PM – 9:30 PM	Open
🔒 Temple Closing	9:30 PM	Closed

ℹ️ Vrindavan, Mathura, UP. Most beloved Krishna temple in Vrindavan. Lord Banke Bihari (Krishna in tribhanga pose) discovered by saint Swami Haridas. Unique darshan style — curtain drawn frequently to 'protect' devotees from Lord's intense gaze. Managed by Goswami family descendants.
📅 Timings change by season. Summer: shorter morning, longer evening. The curtain (parda) is drawn every few seconds — considered the deity's playful nature. No Mangala Aarti except on Janmashtami. Extremely crowded.

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Aarti Timings

Daily pooja & aarti schedule

Shringar Darshan

Opening darshan — Lord beautifully decorated.

Time : 7:45 AM

Price : Free

Rajbhog

Midday food offering before afternoon closure.

Time : 12:00 PM

Price : Free

Sandhya Shringar

Evening decoration darshan.

Time : 5:30 PM

Price : Free

Shayan Darshan

Final night darshan before closing.

Time : 9:00 PM

Price : Free

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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing

Darshan Type	Price	Wait Time	Booking
🆓 General Darshan Uniquely, no VIP passes or special darshan system. Everyone waits equally. Curtain drawn every few seconds — this is the divine play of Lord Banke Bihari.	Free	20–60 min	Walk-in only — no special passes
🎊 Phoolon ki Holi (Special event) Flowers thrown at devotees — once-a-year spectacular event. Arrive very early.	Free	By arrival time	Walk-in during Holi week

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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings

Jhulan Yatra Seva

🕐 July / August (Shravan month)

₹500 – ₹10,000

Lord placed on decorated swing — swing festival over 5 days. Sponsor the decoration.

Annakut Seva

🕐 Day after Diwali

₹1,000 – ₹50,000

56-item food mountain offered to Lord Banke Bihari.

Shringar Seva

🕐 Daily (by donation)

₹500 – ₹5,000

Sponsor flowers and decoration for Lord's daily shringar.

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

One week before Holi (February / March)

Phoolon ki Holi

Flowers thrown at all devotees by priests — most unique and beautiful Holi event in Vrindavan. Arrive very early.

👥 Extremely High crowd 📅 1 day

July / August (Shravan)

Jhulan Yatra

5-day swing festival — Lord on decorated golden swing.

👥 Very High crowd 📅 5 days

August / September

Janmashtami

Only day when Mangala Aarti held — rare pre-dawn darshan.

👥 Extremely High crowd 📅 1 day

October

Sharad Purnima

Autumn full moon — all-night special darshan.

👥 Very High crowd 📅 1 day

📅 Festival dates change yearly per the Hindu calendar. Verify exact dates before planning your visit.

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Temple Prasadam

Sacred offerings & blessed food

Panchamrit

₹30 – ₹100

From daily worship.

Peda

₹30 – ₹80

Mathura milk sweet prasad.

Charan Amrit

Free

Sacred water from Lord Banke Bihari's worship.

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How to Reach

Nearest transport options

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Nearest Airport:

Agra Airport (60 km), Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (150 km)

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Nearest Railway:

Mathura Junction Railway Station (10 km), Vrindavan Railway Station (2 km)

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Nearest Bus Stop:

Vrindavan Bus Stand (2 km)

Banke Bihari Temple — Timings 2026

Accommodation near Banke Bihari Temple

Temple & Darshan Timings

Aarti Timings

Darshan Tickets

Pujas & Sevas

Major Festivals

Temple Prasadam

How to Reach

Frequently Asked Questions