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Prem Mandir – Timings, Aarti & Darshan Guide
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Prem Mandir – quick facts
| Timings | All year (temple): 8:30 AM – 12:00 noon, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Free |
| Location | Vrindavan – view on map |
| From Mathura Jn | About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car |
| Time needed | 1.5–2 hours (stay for the evening lights) |
Prem Mandir – A white Italian-marble temple famous for its carvings of Krishna leelas and the evening musical fountain and lights.
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Prem Mandir timings
| Season / day | Morning | Evening |
|---|---|---|
| All year (temple) | 8:30 AM – 12:00 noon | 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM |
| Musical fountain show | 1 April – 30 September: 7:30 – 8:00 PM | 1 October – 31 March: 7:00 – 7:30 PM |
Checked on 5 Nov 2026. Source: Prem Mandir official website. Timings change with the season, festivals and temple decisions – please confirm before you go.
Prem Mandir aarti & darshan schedule
- Darshan & Aarti8:30 AM
- Bhog11:30 AM
- Shayan Aarti (morning closing)12:00 noon
- Aarti & Darshan4:30 PM
- Bhog5:30 PM
- Parikrama7:00 PM
- Shayan Aarti8:10 PM
About Prem Mandir
Prem Mandir was built by Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat under Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj. The foundation stone was laid on 14 January 2001 and the temple was opened on 17 February 2012. It is made of white Italian marble, with Radha Krishna on the ground floor and Sita Ram on the first floor.
The garden around the temple shows life-size scenes from Krishna leela – Govardhan Leela, Kaliya Naag Daman, Jhulan Leela and Raas Leela. In the evening the whole temple glows with coloured lights, and a musical fountain show runs in the garden. It is one of the best places in Vrindavan for families and first-time visitors.
- Built byJagadguru Kripalu Parishat (Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj)
- Foundation stone14 January 2001
- Opened17 February 2012
- Made ofWhite Italian marble
How to see Prem Mandir in one evening
Prem Mandir is best seen in two parts. Reach by about 5:30 PM, take darshan of Radha Krishna on the ground floor and Sita Ram on the first floor, and walk around the outer walls to see the carved panels of Krishna leela. As the sun sets, the white marble slowly changes colour under the lights.
Then walk through the garden: Govardhan Leela, Kaliya Naag Daman, Jhulan Leela and the Raas Leela scenes are life-size and children love them. Between October and March the free musical fountain show runs in the evening (7:00–7:30 PM). Find a spot on the steps early on weekends.
Parking, shoes and facilities
Prem Mandir is on the wide Chhatikara–Vrindavan road side of the town, so parking is much easier than in the old lanes. Shoe stands are near the entry gate. The campus is large and clean, with drinking water and toilets. Food stalls and restaurants are outside on the main road.
The temple is close to ISKCON and the lotus-shaped Priyakant Ju Temple, so all three fit into one evening.
Prem Mandir by taxi
Most visitors see the old-town temples in the morning, rest after lunch, and come to Prem Mandir in the evening. With your own car this is easy – the driver waits at the parking and takes you back to your hotel after the fountain show. Book a Mathura to Vrindavan taxi or a full Mathura Vrindavan 1 day tour by car; for groups, a Tempo Traveller is available on request.
Prem Mandir timings today – what to check
People often search for "Prem Mandir timings today" or "Prem Mandir darshan time". The answer depends on the season: All year (temple): 8:30 AM – 12:00 noon, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM; Musical fountain show: 1 April – 30 September: 7:30 – 8:00 PM, 1 October – 31 March: 7:00 – 7:30 PM. The best time to go is evening, from about 5:30 pm, for the lights and fountain show. Temples change hours on festival days, so check this page the day before and keep some extra time.
Prem Mandir location and how far it is
Prem Mandir location: Raman Reti, Chhatikara–Vrindavan Road, Vrindavan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281121. Distance from Mathura Junction railway station: About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car. From Delhi, Vrindavan is about 150–170 km (approx.), 3–3.5 hours by road – book a Delhi to Vrindavan taxi if you are coming from the capital. Entry: Free. The fountain show is also free.
Visit Prem Mandir with nearby temples
To make the most of your trip, combine Prem Mandir with ISKCON Vrindavan (1–1.5 hours), Priyakant Ju (30–45 minutes), Banke Bihari (1–2 hours). Allow 1.5–2 hours (stay for the evening lights) for Prem Mandir itself. With a car and driver, you can plan these around the midday closing and finish the day with an evening aarti.
Festivals at Prem Mandir
The busiest days at Prem Mandir are Janmashtami, Holi, Radhashtami, Sharad Purnima. On these days crowds are very large, roads near the temple may be closed and parking can be far away. If you want to be there for a festival, book your car and stay early, start before sunrise and carry water.
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How to reach Prem Mandir
| How | Details |
|---|---|
| By train | Mathura Junction (MTJ) is the main station. Vrindavan station (BDB) is small and has few trains. |
| Distance | About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car |
| By bus | Vrindavan bus stand and Mathura new bus stand (about 12–15 km, approx.) |
| By air | Agra Airport (AGR), about 65–75 km; Noida International Airport (Jewar), about 70–80 km; Delhi IGI, about 150–170 km (all approx.) |
| By taxi | There is parking near the temple on the Chhatikara–Vrindavan road. Your driver waits there. |
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Plan your visit to Prem Mandir
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Prem Mandir with 2–3 nearby temples – ideal if you are short on time.
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Visitor rules & tips
- Photography inside the main temple during worship is not allowed – follow the signs.
- Shoe stands are near the entry gate.
- Evenings are very crowded – come by 6 pm to see the lights and the fountain show.
- Keep children close in the garden area at night.
- Best time: Evening, from about 5:30 pm, for the lights and fountain show.
Main festivals
- Janmashtami
- Holi
- Radhashtami
- Sharad Purnima
Temples near Prem Mandir
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Prem Mandir – FAQs
What are the Prem Mandir timings?
All year (temple): 8:30 AM – 12:00 noon, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM; Musical fountain show: 1 April – 30 September: 7:30 – 8:00 PM, 1 October – 31 March: 7:00 – 7:30 PM. Timings change with the season, on festivals and by temple decision, so please confirm on the day you visit.
What are the aarti timings at Prem Mandir?
Darshan & Aarti: 8:30 AM; Bhog: 11:30 AM; Shayan Aarti (morning closing): 12:00 noon; Aarti & Darshan: 4:30 PM; Bhog: 5:30 PM; Parikrama: 7:00 PM; Shayan Aarti: 8:10 PM.
Is there any entry fee for Prem Mandir?
Free. The fountain show is also free.
Where is Prem Mandir located?
Raman Reti, Chhatikara–Vrindavan Road, Vrindavan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281121. Open in Google Maps.
How far is Prem Mandir from Mathura railway station?
About 12–17 km from Mathura Junction (approx.), 30–45 minutes by car.
Which is the nearest railway station to Prem Mandir?
Mathura Junction (MTJ) is the main station. Vrindavan station (BDB) is small and has few trains.
Which is the nearest airport to Prem Mandir?
Agra Airport (AGR), about 65–75 km; Noida International Airport (Jewar), about 70–80 km; Delhi IGI, about 150–170 km (all approx.). Mathura itself has no passenger airport – see Mathura airport guide.
How much time is needed to visit Prem Mandir?
1.5–2 hours (stay for the evening lights).
What is the best time to visit Prem Mandir?
Evening, from about 5:30 pm, for the lights and fountain show.
Are mobile phones and photography allowed at Prem Mandir?
Photography inside the main temple during worship is not allowed – follow the signs. Shoe stands are near the entry gate.
Which temples are near Prem Mandir?
ISKCON Vrindavan, Priyakant Ju, Banke Bihari, Katyayani Peeth. See all timings on our Mathura Vrindavan temple timings page.
How can I reach Prem Mandir by taxi?
There is parking near the temple on the Chhatikara–Vrindavan road. Your driver waits there. Book a cab with driver on +91 9759071258 – rates from ₹11/km (Swift Dzire).
Can I cover Prem Mandir in a one-day Mathura Vrindavan tour?
Yes. Our Mathura Vrindavan 1 day tour covers the main temples of Mathura and Vrindavan by car. Tell us if you want Prem Mandir included at a particular aarti time.
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