ISKCON Vrindavan
ISKCON Vrindavan
4.5
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Monday
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Tuesday
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Wednesday
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Thursday
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Friday
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Saturday
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
Sunday
4:00 AM - 8:15 PM
About
The Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir, situated in the Raman Reti area of Vrindavan, holds a special significance for devotees of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. This grand temple represents the fulfilled dream of Srila Prabhupada, founder acharya of ISKCON, who wished to construct a temple of unparalleled beauty for the worship of the transcendental brothers Krishna and Balaram in the same village where they played more than five thousand years ago. Prabhupada directly oversaw all aspects of design and construction and personally called the Lord to come and accept the worship of His devotees from around the world. He said "Lord Balaram is the source of spiritual strength, and I have built this temple just to give strength to the devotees". Today, the Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir is a booming spiritual center. Every day of the week pilgrims flood in great numbers from nearby Delhi and all over the world. In fact, the large green government signs posted over the highway turn off to Vrindavan only give directions to two temples: Banke Bihari and ISKCON. Visitors to the temple first pass under the brilliant white marble archway of Srila Prabhupadas samadhi, an architectural wonder of winding peacock stairways and intricately carved walls and domes. They then enter through the gigantic wooden temple doors and find themselves transported to the spiritual world upon seeing the palace of Krishna Balaram with its sunken black and white checkered marble courtyard, beautified by a living tamal tree. The music of the kartals, mrdanga and sweet harmonium of the 24 hour kirtaneers enters the heart, and everyone, including young and old, spontaneously raise their arms and dance in ecstasy. Ascending the courtyard steps, visitors approach the effulgent gorgeous forms of the source of all beauty, the presiding Lords Sri Sri Gaura Nitai, Krishna Balaram and Radha Shyamasundar. Standing transfixed with open eyes and folded hands, pilgrims drink in the dazzling vision of the Lord, artistically decorated with no consideration of expense or effort, truly a festival for the eyes. This entire temple complex is a busy preaching powerhouse comprised of thirty departments including a guesthouse, welcome center, Samadhi museum, ten book stalls, bakery, restaurant, broadcast studio, residential Brahmacari ashram and a Deity department with one of the highest standards of worship in the world, engaging more than one hundred devotees directly in the seva everyday.
Duration: More than 3 hours
Suggest edits to improve what we show.
Improve this listingTours & experiences
Explore different ways to experience this place.
Full view
What is Travellers’ Choice?
Tripadvisor gives a Travellers’ Choice award to accommodations, attractions and restaurants that consistently earn great reviews from travellers and are ranked within the top 10% of properties on Tripadvisor.
Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more.
Plan your visit
The area
Address
Best nearby
We rank these restaurants and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.
Restaurants
1,345 within 5 kms
Attractions
338 within 10 kms
See what travellers are saying
- kishna7 contributionsSpiritually uplifting atmosphere.A beautiful temple with stunning intricacies and workmanship in walls, staircase, domes and archways. True example of white marble architecture. Peaceful, enjoyable and serene environment. The maintenance of the complex is amazing and makes you want to remain the temple for longer duration. Cleanliness is taken good care of. Definitely A promising experience for the tourists and devotees of Krishna and Balaram.Visited September 2023Travelled with familyWritten 9 September 2023
- Kalpit0302Gurugram (Gurgaon), India183 contributionsEat and prayThe temple is beautiful and well maintained. There are few shops selling religious items and other stuff. They also have Govinda resturant (recommended) and a fast food canteen. If you want to eat for free, go to their gaushala that has free food whole day. You can't take your vehicle there so use e-rickshaw. Do ensure that he drops you at main gate (Gate 1) else otherwise they will make you fool and you will have to walk a lot.Visited November 2023Travelled with familyWritten 27 December 2023
- Debashis TDehradun, India2,297 contributionsKnown as Krishna Balaram TempleUpon arriving at the temple, you'll find a shoe stand at the entrance with limited capacity. If possible, it's advisable to leave your footwear there. Upon entering, you'll immediately encounter the Samadhi of Srila Prabhupada, the revered founder of ISKCON. No need to climb stairs for this visit. On the right side, you'll find a hall exhibiting various forms of Krishna, worth a brief five-minute visit. Adjacent to this, there are 2-3 shops selling assorted items related to ISKCON. Moving forward, you'll reach the main temple where Kirtan, devotional singing, is ongoing throughout the day. It's highly recommended to participate in this soul-stirring activity. The temple is typically heavily crowded at all times. Afterwards, you can spend some time in the small courtyard area in front of the deities, where you can sit and soak in the spiritual atmosphere. As you exit, you'll pass by Govindam, the temple's restaurant. If you wish, you can enjoy a meal or grab some fast food there.Visited March 2024Travelled with familyWritten 13 June 2024
- Kavita DTrinidad and Tobago1,051 contributionsEnergy and loveBeautiful energy, beautiful altars and beautiful singing. The energy and chanting here is also electrifying. There is a lovely restaurant in the facility as well as so many opportunities for learning, purchase of books, decorations and prasadam.Visited July 2024Travelled with familyWritten 27 July 2024
These reviews are the subjective opinion of Tripadvisor members and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Contribute
Most Recent: Reviews ordered by most recent publish date in descending order.
Detailed Reviews: Reviews ordered by recency and descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as waiting time, length of visit, general tips, and location information.
Popular mentions
We perform checks on reviews.
Tripadvisor’s approach to reviews
Before posting, each Tripadvisor review goes through an automated tracking system, which collects information, answering the following questions: how, what, where and when. If the system detects something that potentially contradicts our community guidelines, the review is not published.
When the system detects a problem, a review may be automatically rejected, sent to the reviewer for validation, or manually reviewed by our team of content specialists, who work 24/7 to maintain the quality of the reviews on our site.
Our team checks each review posted on the site disputed by our community as not meeting our community guidelines.
Learn more about our review moderation.
4.5
752 reviews
Excellent
523
Very good
191
Average
31
Poor
3
Terrible
4
MunishSharma18
Shimla, India5 contributions
Dec 2019
This is a beautiful temple of Krishna built, as they say under the supervision of Swami Prabhupad. It was amazing experience for us to see many foreigners there chanting 'Hare krishna' there. Compared to crowded and mismanaged Banke Bihari temple it was a very enlightening and peaceful experience here.
Written 3 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Ravindranath Das
6 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Even if you are not interested in the philosophy you will find plenty to occupy you on a trip to ISKCON. Food stalls, a bakery, juice stand, gift shops and bookshops. It's like a mela every day. The white marble architecture is magnificent. And a visit to the temple will amaze you. The mosaic and painted walls, constant chanting and the most splendid altars you will ever see. A multi level experience for all the family.
Written 9 January 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Travel experiences
Jaipur, India6 contributions
Feb 2022 • Couples
The whole place is simply Divine! Very courteous staff, very well organized , with instructions shared with others about programs.
The main attraction is the beautiful Shri Krishna Balram , Radhe Krishna and Gaur Nitai statues , mesmerizing place.
Wonderful divine sankirtan and devotional Mangala arti. One never feels like returning back from Vrindavan. Iskcon is at the heart of bringing divinity closer to devotees heart!!
The main attraction is the beautiful Shri Krishna Balram , Radhe Krishna and Gaur Nitai statues , mesmerizing place.
Wonderful divine sankirtan and devotional Mangala arti. One never feels like returning back from Vrindavan. Iskcon is at the heart of bringing divinity closer to devotees heart!!
Written 11 February 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Debashis T
Dehradun, India2,297 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
Upon arriving at the temple, you'll find a shoe stand at the entrance with limited capacity. If possible, it's advisable to leave your footwear there. Upon entering, you'll immediately encounter the Samadhi of Srila Prabhupada, the revered founder of ISKCON. No need to climb stairs for this visit.
On the right side, you'll find a hall exhibiting various forms of Krishna, worth a brief five-minute visit. Adjacent to this, there are 2-3 shops selling assorted items related to ISKCON.
Moving forward, you'll reach the main temple where Kirtan, devotional singing, is ongoing throughout the day. It's highly recommended to participate in this soul-stirring activity. The temple is typically heavily crowded at all times.
Afterwards, you can spend some time in the small courtyard area in front of the deities, where you can sit and soak in the spiritual atmosphere.
As you exit, you'll pass by Govindam, the temple's restaurant. If you wish, you can enjoy a meal or grab some fast food there.
On the right side, you'll find a hall exhibiting various forms of Krishna, worth a brief five-minute visit. Adjacent to this, there are 2-3 shops selling assorted items related to ISKCON.
Moving forward, you'll reach the main temple where Kirtan, devotional singing, is ongoing throughout the day. It's highly recommended to participate in this soul-stirring activity. The temple is typically heavily crowded at all times.
Afterwards, you can spend some time in the small courtyard area in front of the deities, where you can sit and soak in the spiritual atmosphere.
As you exit, you'll pass by Govindam, the temple's restaurant. If you wish, you can enjoy a meal or grab some fast food there.
Written 13 June 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
MANOJ C
Rishikesh, India17 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Temple to visit again amd again for peace of mind. Evening is very delightful here. Chanting of Hare Rama Hara Krishna surround the place with positive energy. Place offers satisfying and peaceful experience.
Written 22 March 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Prachi S
Ghaziabad, India11 contributions
June 2023 • Family
Amazing darshan. Food is amazing satvik bhojan and you can spend whole day but crowd is massive try to go when it's less crowded. There is only one cloak room and it take lot of time there. So try taking limited items with you so that you can save time.
Written 22 August 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Sanjay
Kolkata (Calcutta), India159 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
It is one of the cleanest temple at vrindavan. Properly manged with not a speck of dirt anywhere. The best thing about this temple is that nobody fleeces you for money. The idols are immaculately dressed and you will start getting spiritual feeling once you enter the temple. Provision for keeping shoes and water is there in the temple. Worth a visit if you are in vrindavan.
Written 20 October 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
kishna
7 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
A beautiful temple with stunning intricacies and workmanship in walls, staircase, domes and archways. True example of white marble architecture. Peaceful, enjoyable and serene environment. The maintenance of the complex is amazing and makes you want to remain the temple for longer duration. Cleanliness is taken good care of. Definitely A promising experience for the tourists and devotees of Krishna and Balaram.
Written 9 September 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Kavita D
Trinidad and Tobago1,051 contributions
July 2024 • Family
Beautiful energy, beautiful altars and beautiful singing. The energy and chanting here is also electrifying. There is a lovely restaurant in the facility as well as so many opportunities for learning, purchase of books, decorations and prasadam.
Written 27 July 2024
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Kalpit0302
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India183 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
The temple is beautiful and well maintained. There are few shops selling religious items and other stuff. They also have Govinda resturant (recommended) and a fast food canteen. If you want to eat for free, go to their gaushala that has free food whole day.
You can't take your vehicle there so use e-rickshaw. Do ensure that he drops you at main gate (Gate 1) else otherwise they will make you fool and you will have to walk a lot.
You can't take your vehicle there so use e-rickshaw. Do ensure that he drops you at main gate (Gate 1) else otherwise they will make you fool and you will have to walk a lot.
Written 27 December 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Please contact our life membership office
Ramakant Das
(H.O.D Life Membership dept.)
Contact No.: 7310858855, 9897070632
Written 19 January 2023
Wanderer56409877047
Khargone District, India
Iskcon 18 din ki class me question answer kaise tayyar kare
Written 23 November 2021
This only prabhuji of iskcon can say. Must say a very silly question
Written 1 December 2021
Has the Temple opened after Covid situation now or still closed?
Written 21 October 2020
Is it wheelchair friendly.
Is parking available
Please advise
Written 28 October 2019
its wheel chair friendly parking is also available
Written 4 December 2019
Please visit their website. The timing are different in summer and winter.
Written 19 May 2019
I am visiting this place from the USA and I'm trying to do an visa to India with this address. I am visiting a friend/devotee.
What is the official international address to this place?
The google maps address is to long for the visa.
Can anyone help please?!
Written 29 November 2017
Simply write ISKON Temple, vrindavan
Written 10 January 2020
krishnendufpt
Berhampore, India
I have a full day in my hand & another evening hours only (6-9pm).
I want to see the following sites-
1.Banke Bihari Temple
2.Nidhivan
3.Sevakunj
4.keshighat
5.Chirghat
6.kaliyaghat
7.Mirabai temple
8.Katyani temple
9.Imlitala
10.Gopeswar Mahadev temple
11.Rangaji Temple
12.Govinda dev temple
13.Radha Raman Mandir
14.Iscon temple
15.RADHA Balaram Mandir
16.Madan Mohan Mandir
17.Shaji temple
18.Radha Vrindaban temple
19.Radha Gokulananda Temple
20.Radha Ballava temple
21.Prem Mandir
22.Jaipur temple
Is it possible to do so? If yes then someone please suggest me a compact route chart by one after another place. I think it is hard to cover all.But I know you people are so expet on this field that you can surely give me some way out.Plz do me the favour.As much as you can.Waiting for the positive vibe.
Plz kept in mind about the temple opening and closing time.
Written 20 August 2017
I don't think we can cover 8-10 temple in morning as temple will close 12 afternoon. It would be more difficult to cover 4-5 temples in case you are driving your vehicle as it will take couple of minutes to park vehicle, most of the temple don't have parking. Ghats can be cover in afternoon time 12pm to 4:30pm, Nidhivan may also open that time. There are plenty of temples some are historical which look likes normal temple and some are newly build temples which are best architectural structure. First of all decide what is your trip expectation. Also must visit Janambhumi in Mathura that is birth place of Lord Krishna.
Written 20 August 2017
kcjosh2008
New Delhi, India
Hare Krishna ,
AGTSP, pls read last two line of the below comment on the sites *& pls correct it , I think it was typing mistake that instead of Meal U hv mentioned Meat , ( You may also have proper and reasonably priced meat at Govindam restaurant , at the ground floor of Guest House ).
pls edit it
This is the full comment ----------- By Mr. Ashutosh
“Staying at ISKCON was magnificent experience.”
Reviewed 2 weeks ago
If you are visiting Vrindavan, Mathura and want to stay, ISKCON temple guest house is a best option. This provides you clean, peaceful and satvik stay facility with A/C & Non A/C options for nominal price. Rooms are big, neat & clean with attached toilets (Western style), geyser for hot water and balcony. Some rooms are providing accommodation for family upto 4 members without any fuss. You can also have Darshan at your convenience, enjoy the Lunch at Prasad Hall (between 10-12 am). Other wise, there is a canteen providing snack and drink options at the temple main gate. You may also have proper and reasonably priced meat at Govindam restaurant , at the ground floor of Guest House.
Written 16 June 2017
Thanks for correcting me. Yes I intend to write about meal and due to typing error it was written as "Meat".
Written 21 June 2017
November to March. I had gone in the morning. There was not much crowd. We could see arti easily.
Written 25 March 2017
Showing results 1-10 of 17
Revenue impacts the experiences featured on this page, learn more.
Is this your Tripadvisor listing?
Own or manage this property? Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more.
Claim your listing