List of Top 10 famous temples in Pune for your spiritual enlightenment!

There are innumerable temples in Pune and so if you wish to explore, you can keep reading this blog and find out the list here. Keep reading to know more!

10 Best Temples in Pune which should be on your spiritual bucket list!

The intricate architecture, calming aura and peaceful vibe are few of the main reasons behind the escalating popularity of temples in Pune. You can keep reading to find out the list. 

1. Bhimashankar Temple 

One of the most famous temples in Pune invites you to plunge yourself into the vibe of devotion and spirituality. Located in Sahyadri hills, surrounded by dense woods, the temple is dedicated to the ultimate Lord Shiva in the form of Jyotirlinga. Additionally, this temple has a shrine which is dedicated to the incarnation of Goddess Parvathi ‘ Kamalaji’. Now, this temple is constructed in Nagra architectural design and it is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas.

Best time to visit	October to February
Best days to visit	Monday to Friday
Nearby places	Gupt Bhimashankar, Bhimashankar wildlife sanctuary
How to reach?	You can find direct bus You can choose taxi also
Timings of Temple	4:30 am to 9:30 am
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	Modest, traditional clothing which covers their shoulders and knees

2. Bhuleshwar Temple

Constructed in the era of the Pandavas in 13th century, visiting this beautiful temple is one of the best things to in Pune. Lord Shiva’s holy Shrine represents five Shiva lingams within the sanctum of the temple. You can also find Lord Mahadev, Lord Vishnu, and Goddess Lakshmi. This is one of the ancient temples in Pune and the construction of this temple is just like a Mosque and the construction was done to protect it from invasions. 

Best time to visit	November to February
Best days to visit	Monday to Friday
Nearby places	Mayureshwar Wildlife Sanctuary, Moreshwar Temple. Mahotba Lake
How to reach?	There is no direct train. You can take the train till Yavet and then take a taxi to Bhuleshwar Temple.
Timings of Temple	5 am to 8pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	Modest, traditional clothing which covers their shoulders and knees

3. Dagaduseth Halwai Ganapati Temple 

One of the most famous mandir in Pune, Dagaduseth Halwai Ganpati mandir attracts many visitors and devotional fanatics across the country. Here you can spot 7.5 feet tall and 4 feet wide Lord Ganesha’s Murti. The temple is believed to be 100 years old and every year Ganeshoutsav is celebrated here which attracts the devotees to this beautiful temple.

Best time to visit	August to September
Best days to visit	Monday to Friday
Nearby places	Shaniwar Wada and Lal Mahal
How to reach?	The temple is approximately 11km away from Pune Airport and 3km from Pune Railway station. You can also find local transport to reach the temple.
Timings of Temple	5:30 am to 11:00 pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	Modest, traditional clothing which covers their shoulders and knees

4. Parvati Hill Temples

This is one of the top temples in Pune and devotees visit these beautiful and peaceful temples from different parts of the country. Located at 2100 feet high, at the top of the hills, this temple is dedicated to Rama, Vitthai, Vishnu, Kartikeya and Devdeshwar. As it is one of the most admired temples in Pune, devotees climb 103 steps to reach the top of the temple with devotion and spirituality in their heart. 

Best time to visit	October to February
Best days to visit	Monday to Friday
Nearby places	Sarasbaug and Sarasbaug Ganpati Temple, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum, Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganapati Mandir
How to reach?	Grant Road is the nearest railway station which is 15 minutes away if you take a taxi.
Timings of Temple	5 am to 8 pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	No strict or official dress code but keep it decent

5. Omkareshwar Temple 

No doubt, you can find innumerable temples in India, and amongst them, this Omkareshwar Temple located in Shaniwar Peth, Pune is the most popular one. It is one of the ancient temples in Pune attracting devotees who have keen interest in old architecture and traditional aura. This temple was constructed under the guidance of Shivaram Bhat, who is the spiritual guru of Peshwas. You can find  Nagara-style spired Hindu deities including Vyasa, Makardhwaj and Ganesha. 

Best time to visit	October to March
Best days to visit	Tuesday to Thursday
Nearby places	Mamleshwar Temple, Statue of Oneness, Gomukh Ghat and Sangam, Jhula Pul
How to reach?	You can find Radio Taxis from Airports  Pune is well connected via road, rail and airways Shivajinagar Railway station is just 1.34 km away from this temple
Timings of Temple	5 am to 10:30 pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	No strict or official dress code but keep it decent

6. Ayyappa Temple 

There are innumerable places to visit in Pune, and in the list Ayyappa temple is somewhere at the top. Established by the Ayyappa Seva Samithi in the year 1978 and located in Bhairavnagar, Dhanori, this temple invites the spiritual seekers across the country. This is one of the best temples to visit in Pune as it offers you to witness cultural programs during festivals, and even assures medical aids. 

Best time to visit	November to January
Best days to visit	Saturdays and special ritual days
Nearby places	Shri Subramaniya Swamy Temple, Sant Tukaram Maharaj Mandir
How to reach?	It would take around 15 - 20 minutes to reach this beautiful temple from Pune. You can get taxi or any other public transportation
Timings of Temple	5:30 am to 10:30 am and 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	You should wear clean, modest and traditional attire. Any conventional casual Indian attire is good to go

7. Iskcon Temple 

One of the best things to do in Pune is to visit the beautiful and peaceful Iskcon Mandir. Located in Katraj which is 12km away from South of Pune, this temple offers you the tranquility that you have been seeking for. You wouldn’t have to worry as being one of the famous temples in Pune, this seraphic temple offers you multi-level parking for comfortable parking, and extensive area to roam around. From aarti to priti bhojan, visiting and spending time at Iskcon would be your core memory. 

Best time to visit	October to April
Best days to visit	Sundays
Nearby places	Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, Katraj Jain Temple
How to reach?	You can take any local transportation if you want to reach from Railway station or bus stop Pune is well-connected to all the major spots
Timings of Temple	4:30 am to 1:00 pm and 4 pm - 8:45 pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	Modest, respectful clothing

8. Sanghameshwar Mandir, Saswad 

Located in Saswad, just 30km away from Pune, this beautiful Shiva temple is a hub of devotees of Shiv ji. Being one of the best temples in Pune to visit, this temple is visited by spiritual seekers from all over the world. It is believed that this Shiva temple was built between 10th and 13th centuries and has an amazing architectural style. Just located near the confluence of the famous rivers Karha and Chameli, this temple looks amazingly astounding and is considered to be the one of the best monsoon places to visit in Pune. 

Best time to visit	October to March
Best days to visit	Monday
Nearby places	Dive Ghat, Purandar Fort, Malhargad Fort, Sardar Purandare Wada
How to reach?	You can simply take any state-run buses or use any local transportation to reach this temple. Booking any rental can could also be a comfortable way to visit this temple.
Timings of Temple	7 am to 7 pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	Traditional and modest formal clothing

9. Prathi Shirdi 

Located in Shirgaon just near Pune in Maharashtra, this temple was built in the year 2003. Being one of the big temples in Pune, this beautiful temple invites the devotees from different parts of the world. You can witness the aartis and poojas and you would be surprised to know but yes this temple is a replica of Sri Sai Baba temple in Shirdi. This temple has Dwarakamai mosque, Gurusthan Shrine, the Chavadi Shrine and a beautiful garden. So, if you are looking out for places to visit in Pune for devotion and spirituality, you must visit Prathi Shirdi.

Best time to visit	October to March
Best days to visit	Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Nearby places	Ghorwadeshwar Caves, Kasarsai Dam, Sant Tukaram Maharaj Sansthan Mandir, Durga Tekdi
How to reach?	This temple is right across the Expressway en route to the Shirgaon Sai Baba temple. You can also take your own vehicle or few private taxis are also available which can help you to reach the temple easily.
Timings of Temple	5 am to 10:30pm
Dress Code & Visitor Tips	Traditional and modest formal clothing

10. Prati Balaji Temple 

One of the top temples in Pune, which is a replica of the Thirumala Tirupathi which is also called Venkateshwara. This temple is located near Narayanpur and is one of the most visited temples in Pune especially by locals and tourists. This beautiful temple was constructed in seven years. 

Best time to visit October to February  Best days to visit Monday to Thursday  Nearby places Narayanpur Balaji Mandir and Datta Temple, Baneshwar Temple, Kanifnath Temple  How to reach? You can take the state run buses or local transportation to reach the temple. You can book a rental cab.  Timings of Temple 5 am to 8 pm  Dress Code & Visitor Tips  Modest, traditional clothing which covers their shoulders and knees

This blog throws light on the list of top temples in Pune. If you are spiritually inclined and planning a trip to Pune, nothing should stop you.  Hopefully, while going through this blog you must have gathered complete information and knowledge about the timings, dress code, nearby places and much more. However before you plan your trip, make sure you find out about the best time to visit Pune and so planning and execution would be easier. Once you are sure about all kinds of information, make sure you search for the best hotels in Pune which are nearby to the popular temples so that you can explore without any time or location connotations. 

Frequently Asked Questions 

What are the must buy things from Pune?

In case you love shopping and you are in Pune, there are certain things that you must buy whenever you are visiting Pune. 

1. Paithani Sarees
2. Maharashtrian Naths 
3. Kolhapuri Chappals
4. Silver and Brassware

What are a few of the must-try food items in Pune?

If you are a food fanatic, Pune is the best place for you. Few of the most famous food items that you must try include : 

1. Bhakarwadi
2. Mango Barfi
3. Puran Poli 
4. Vada Pav
5. Pav Bhaji
6. Poha
7. Dabeli
8. Meat Kebabs 

Where should I go in Pune just for a day trip?

There are many places or spots that you can cover such as Lake Pavna, Appu Ghar Amusement Park, Aga Khan Palace, Raigad Castle and many others. 

Which one is the most famous Shiv mandir in Pune?

Shree Someshwar Temple Mandir is the most famous Shiv mandir in Pune. 

Which are the 12 Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra?

There are only 5 Jyotirlingas in Maharashtra such as : 

1. Trimbakeshwar Jyotirlinga
2. Bhinshankar Jyotirlinga
3. Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga
4. Aundha Nagnath Jyotirlinga
5. Parli Vaijnath Jyotirlinga

Which Jyotirlingas are near to Pune?

Bhimshankar Jyotirlinga is near Pune.