Hampi
Hampi is the site of Vijayanagara, a 14th to 17th century capital set among boulder hills and river bends in Karnataka.
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Hampi is a village in Karnataka, India, on the banks of the Tungabhadra River. Its ruins are those of Vijayanagara, the capital of a Hindu empire that ruled much of southern India from the 14th to the 17th century. Temples, halls and market streets are spread across a wide area of granite boulders, and the site is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many visitors climb the boulder hills to watch the sun rise or set over the ruins.
The two sites most visitors plan around are the Vittala Temple, known for its stone chariot, and the Virupaksha Temple, which is still used for worship. Hampi Bazaar, the old market street beside Virupaksha, is the village's main area for food and guesthouses. Hampi suits travelers interested in history and temple architecture. The sites are spread over a wide area, so most visits involve a good deal of walking. The cooler, drier months from October to February make that walking more comfortable than the hot season.
Hampi in five
- Buy the monument ticket once, at the first siteThe big ASI-run sites, including Vittala Temple, Lotus Mahal and the Royal Enclosure, need entry tickets, and a combined ticket covers several for the day. Check the official ASI e-ticket page for current prices before you pay at a gate.
- Start at sunrise and rest at middayStone floors and open ground get hot by late morning, and the temple stones can burn bare feet. Do Vittala or the hills at first light, nap midday and return for the late-afternoon sun.
- Hire a bike, scooter or auto for the sprawlThe ruins spread across several kilometers, from Virupaksha Temple to the Royal Enclosure. A rented bicycle or scooter gives you control; an auto with a driver is easier in heat.Where to stay in Hampi
- Pick the bank you sleep onHampi Bazaar puts you by the temple, Virupapur Gadde across the river is relaxed and cheap, and Hosapete is the transport hub. Our guide compares five bases.Where to stay in Hampi
- Plan the long arrivalHampi has no station of its own. Most travelers reach Hosapete by train or bus, then take a short ride on. Allow a full day from Bengaluru or Goa.How to get to Hampi
Things to do in Hampi
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Need to know
- Airport
- Small field at Vidyanagar near Ballari; Hubballi and Bengaluru are the main options
- Getting there
- Train or bus to Hosapete (Hospet), then auto or taxi for about 30 min
- Getting around
- Bicycles, scooters, autos; some river crossings by boat
- Best base
- Hampi Bazaar for ruins; Virupapur Gadde for cafes and quiet
- Time needed
- 2 days minimum; 3 with Anegundi and the hills
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryClear1 rainy dayHigh31°Low19°Cool, peakJanuaryClear
Best
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 2 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, peak
- FebruaryClear0 rainy daysHigh34°Low20°Warm, dryFebruaryClear
Best
- High
- 34°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, dry
- MarchClear0 rainy daysHigh37°Low23°HotMarchClear
Mixed
- High
- 37°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 1 mm
- Rainy days
- 0
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot
- AprilClear1 rainy dayHigh39°Low26°Very hotAprilClear
Mixed
- High
- 39°
- Low
- 26°
- Precipitation
- 6 mm
- Rainy days
- 1
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Very hot
- MayClear7 rainy daysHigh38°Low27°Very hotMayClear
Poor
- High
- 38°
- Low
- 27°
- Precipitation
- 49 mm
- Rainy days
- 7
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Very hot
- JuneRain17 rainy daysHigh33°Low25°ShowersJuneRain
Poor
- High
- 33°
- Low
- 25°
- Precipitation
- 125 mm
- Rainy days
- 17
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Showers
- JulyRain20 rainy daysHigh30°Low23°ShowersJulyRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 152 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Showers
- AugustRain20 rainy daysHigh30°Low23°Green, showersAugustRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 23°
- Precipitation
- 119 mm
- Rainy days
- 20
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Green, showers
- SeptemberRain19 rainy daysHigh30°Low22°ShowersSeptemberRain
Mixed
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 168 mm
- Rainy days
- 19
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Showers
- OctoberRain14 rainy daysHigh31°Low22°Cloudy, mildOctoberRain
Mixed
- High
- 31°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 117 mm
- Rainy days
- 14
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cloudy, mild
- NovemberPartly cloudy6 rainy daysHigh30°Low20°Cool, clearNovemberPartly cloudy
Best
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 20°
- Precipitation
- 34 mm
- Rainy days
- 6
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, clear
- DecemberClear3 rainy daysHigh30°Low19°Cool, peakDecemberClear
Best
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 19°
- Precipitation
- 15 mm
- Rainy days
- 3
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Cool, peak
Average daily high and low in Hampi, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Hampi
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- 24°
- Humidity
- 92%
- Wind
- 4 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 14%
Hampi
04:08 AM
Tuesday, November 3
- Today32°22°14%Tuesday: Cloudy. High 32°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 14%.
- Wed32°23°23%Wednesday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 23%.
- Thu30°23°48%Thursday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 23°. Chance of rain 48%.
- Fri31°22°32%Friday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 32%.
- Sat31°21°47%Saturday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 47%.
- Sun30°20°42%Sunday: Drizzle. High 30°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 42%.
- Mon30°18°25%Monday: Fog. High 30°, Low 18°. Chance of rain 25%.
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Money
Mid-market rate1 USD = 95.08 INR
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Day trips by train
- Anegundiabout 20–30 min by roadThe north-bank village with Kishkindha lore, temples and a hilltop with sunrise views.
- Tungabhadra Damabout 45 min by road from HampiA big reservoir and gardens near Hosapete, good for a short evening.
- Badami, Aihole and Pattadakalabout 4–5 hours by roadEarly Chalukya cave temples; make it an overnight, not a day trip.
Before you go to Hampi
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Rules for Hampi, checked
- Foreign nationals need an Indian visa before arrival. Check the e-Visa options and apply only on the official portal.Source
- Remove your shoes before entering temple halls and shrines, and cover your shoulders and knees.
- Do not climb on the carved pillars, the stone chariot or the temple walls. The ruins are protected monuments.
Hampi FAQ
How many days do you need in Hampi?
Two full days is the minimum: one for the temples and Royal Enclosure and one for the hills and the river. Three days lets you add Anegundi and a slower pace in the heat.
Is Hampi worth visiting?
Yes if you like ruins in a dramatic landscape and can handle long travel. It is more spread out than most heritage sites and gets hot, so it rewards patience and early starts.
Where should I stay in Hampi?
Hampi Bazaar if you want to be beside the temple, Virupapur Gadde for cafes and quiet, and Hosapete for transport and air-conditioning. Our guide compares each base by transit and price band.
What is the best time to visit Hampi?
November to February, when days are comfortable. March to May is very hot, and monsoon showers from June to September bring green fields but wet roads and fewer visitors.
Can you do Hampi as a day trip from Bengaluru?
Not comfortably. The journey is about 7 to 9 hours each way, so plan an overnight bus or train and at least two nights in Hampi. A day trip leaves you with only a few hours of sightseeing.