Hampi Virupaksha Temple Timings 2026

Opens at 6:30 AM and closes at 6:30 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple office before you travel.

Published darshan windows on this page: morning: 6:30 AM – 12:30 PM, evening: 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Queues and session lengths vary by day and season.

Praat Aarti is listed at 7:00 AM on this page’s schedule. Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Sundays follow the same published hours as other days unless the temple posts a special notification. Afternoon often falls between morning and evening darshan; this page lists evening darshan as 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Sundays are usually busier than weekdays—arrive earlier and allow extra time for queues and security.

Traditional or modest attire preferred. Comfortable clothing for UNESCO heritage site exploration.

Yes, prasada is available at the temple. Available items include: Vibhuti, Panchamrit

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.

UNESCO heritage site with good accessibility and heritage tourism facilities.

Historical Shiva worship rituals, UNESCO heritage preservation ceremonies, traditional temple practices within heritage context