Lotus Temple New Delhi: Hours, Tickets and Visiting Tips

The Lotus Temple is in Bahapur, Kalkaji, in South Delhi, and the nearest metro stations are Kalkaji Mandir and Okhla NSIC. Its full address is Lotus Temple Road, Bahapur, Shambhu Dayal Bagh, Kalkaji, New Delhi, Delhi 110019.

Kalkaji Mandir and Okhla NSIC are each a five-minute walk from the temple. Kalkaji Mandir is served by the Violet and Magenta lines, while Okhla NSIC is on the Magenta line. Delhi Tourism also identifies Kalkaji Mandir as the nearest metro station. Check the official site before you go, as transit and visitor details can change.

A DDA parking facility opposite the main gate is available for use. If you are planning a broader day in the area, a one-day route around Kailash Colony and South Delhi can help you put the temple into context.

Opening hours

• Tuesday to Sunday: 8:30–17:00
• Monday: closed

Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.

The official visitor information does not state an admission charge, so it does not provide a ticket price to plan around. Groups of 10 or more may request an appointment at least three days before visiting. Appointments are not accepted for Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays, and require confirmation.

Prayer services are listed at 10 am, 12 pm, 3 pm and 5 pm, and last 10–15 minutes. The prayer hall may close when overcrowded on Sundays or public holidays, or because of heavy rain, so allow for that possibility if attending a service is part of your plan.

The Lotus Temple’s central hall sits inside a building formed by 27 marble-clad, free-standing petals. Arranged in groups of three, the petals create nine sides, with nine doors opening onto the central hall; nine pools surround the structure.

Architect Fariborz Sahba designed the temple, which was dedicated in December 1986. The building’s petal form and reflecting pools are the main features to look for as you approach and walk around the grounds.

Shoes are not permitted in the prayer hall; you can leave them in the shoe room. The visitor page suggests modest clothing that covers the shoulders and reaches the knees. Photography is permitted except inside the prayer hall and Information Centre, and professional photographers need prior permission.

Food and drinks are not allowed on the premises, and large baggage cannot be taken inside. Washrooms and drinking-water facilities are available. Wheelchairs can be obtained at the main gate on a first-come, first-served basis.

Kailash Colony station is about five minutes on foot from the hotel, and the metro guide to Kailash Colony station access and Delhi connections covers the local transit link.

For a smooth visit, check the temple’s hours before setting out, especially if you have a particular prayer service in mind. If you are travelling with a group of 10 or more, make the appointment request at least three days ahead and wait for confirmation.

At the entrance, leave shoes in the shoe room before entering the prayer hall, and keep food, drinks and large baggage outside.