What are the opening and closing times for Somnath Jyotirlinga in Somnath, Gujarat, Gujarat?

Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM. Timings can change on festival days; confirm with the temple office before you travel.

What are the darshan timings at Somnath Jyotirlinga in Somnath, Gujarat, Gujarat?

Published darshan windows on this page: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, evening: 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Queues and session lengths vary by day and season.

When does the first puja or darshan start at Somnath Jyotirlinga?

The first public darshan window on this page is the morning session (6:00 AM – 12:00 PM). Timings can shift without notice; see the note at the top of this page.

Can I visit Somnath Jyotirlinga on a Sunday afternoon?

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 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Sundays are usually busier than weekdays—arrive earlier and allow extra time for queues and security.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Traditional Indian attire preferred. Modest clothing required. Remove shoes before entering the temple premises. No leather items allowed inside.

Is prasada available at the temple?

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

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?

Wheelchair accessible to main areas. Ramps available for disabled visitors. Special arrangements for elderly devotees.

What rituals are performed daily?

Daily pujas, Rudrabhishek, aarti ceremonies, special abhishekam rituals, and Jyotirlinga darshan

Last updated: 23 May 2026 · Editorial summary; verify with the temple before you travel.

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Somnath Jyotirlinga Timings 2026

Somnath Jyotirlinga in Somnath, Gujarat, Gujarat. Opens at 6:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM on usual days. Darshan windows: morning: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM, evening: 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM. Schedules may change on festival days.

Darshan, aarti, tickets & seva schedules. Full temple profile for history, travel & more.

🕒 Opens 6:00 AM 🕘 Closes 10:00 PM 📍 Gujarat 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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Divine Snapshot

Quick temple overview

Primary Deity:

Lord Shiva

Temple Category:

Jyotirlinga

Location:

Somnath, Gujarat

Full Address:

Somnath Temple, Prabhas Patan, Veraval, Gujarat 362268, India

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✈️ How to reach (airport, rail, bus, travel tips) lives on the main temple page so directions are not duplicated here.

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Temple & Darshan Timings

Daily temple & darshan schedule — may vary on festival days

Session	Start time	End time	Typical status	Notes
🛕 Temple opening	6:00 AM	—	Open	General days
🙏 Morning darshan	6:00 AM	12:00 PM	Open	Often busiest before mid-morning
⏸ Midday / afternoon	—	—	Closed	Between morning & evening darshan (rituals & cleaning)
🙏 Evening darshan	4:00 PM	9:30 PM	Open
🔒 Temple closing	—	10:00 PM	Closed

ℹ️ Managed by Somnath Trust. No afternoon break. Light & Sound show at 7:45 PM, 8:45 PM, 9:45 PM daily.
📅 Extended during Shivaratri and Shravan. Average wait 30–60 min.

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Darshan Tickets

All darshan types and pricing

Darshan Type	Price	Wait Time	Booking
🆓 General Darshan Regular queue open for all.	Free	15–45 min	Walk-in
⭐ Special Darshan Priority entry.	₹100	10–20 min	Counter / Online

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Online Booking Guide

Reserve your slot in advance — skip the long queue

🌐 Book on Somnath Trust Portal somnath.org

Visit official Somnath Trust site

Open somnath.org. Avoid third-party agents.

Create account and verify.

Select seva or darshan

Choose type, date and time slot.

Enter pilgrim details

Fill name, age and ID details.

Pay and save confirmation

Download pass for temple entry.

📌 Accepted IDs: Aadhaar, PAN Card, Voter ID | Book at least 1–3 days ahead for weekends & festivals.

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Pujas & Sevas

Special rituals & seva offerings

Rudrabhishek

🕐 Morning

₹500 – ₹1,500

Milk, curd, honey abhishek of Somnath Jyotirlinga.

Archana

🕐 All day

₹51 – ₹251

Personal prayer with name and gotra.

Maha Abhishek

🕐 By appt

₹2,000 – ₹5,000

16-substance elaborate ritual.

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Major Festivals

Special occasions & celebrations

February / March

Maha Shivaratri

Night-long worship. One of the most important festivals at this Jyotirlinga.

👥 Very High crowd 📅 1 day

July / August

Shravan Month

Month-long Shiva worship. Heavy pilgrim footfall every Monday.

👥 High crowd 📅 30 days

November

Kartik Purnima

Full moon bathing at Somnath beach with lamp floating.

👥 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

Vibhuti

Free

Sacred ash given to all devotees.

Prasad Packet

₹20 – ₹50

Temple sweets blessed by Lord Somnath.

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