Hotels & Ashrams in Vrindavan

• Here is a list of a few recommended Ashrams within 2 km from Banke Bihari Temple, room tariff approx Rs 700 on double occupancy.
  • New Fogla Ashram
  • Seth Anandram Jaipuria Smriti Bhawan, Vrindavan
• There is also an option of staying in Dormitories in Tourist Facilitation Centre, Vrindavan – Rs 100 per head. (No online booking) (3 km from Shri Banke Bihari Temple)
• Hotel recommendation to stay in Vrindavan:
  • Sarovar Portico – Four star category – Rs 4000 approx. (6.5 km from Banke Bihari Temple)
  • Hotel Basera Vrindavan – medium category hotel – Rs 2200 approx. (2 km from Banke Bihari Temple)

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• It is suggested to start the trip early at 7 am or maximum by 8 am, so that the whole day can be utilized.

Shri Krishna Janmasthan, Mathura: As the name suggests, it is a place where Lord Krishna is believed to be born in a prison cell that is the main tourist attraction. (Duration- 30 to 45 minutes approx)

Breakfast Recommendation: Oma Pehelwan kachori Wale near the chowk close to the Janmasthan. Kachori, Bedai, and Jalebi are must-try at this small eatery.

Nand Mahal, Gokul:  Nand Mahal is at a distance of nearly 12 kilometres from Janmasthan. It is believed that Lord Krishna spent his childhood days here with Nand Maharaj and Yashoda (Foster parents to Lord Krishna). You can also roam in the Nand Galiya, where there are beautifully painted walls. (Duration- 30 to 45 Minutes approx)
At a walking distance of about 5-7 minutes, you can roam around in the Nand Chowk and its Galiya. Here you can feel the authentic old charm of Gokul along with some delicious street food like Ghee Paratha-Sabzi, Kachori, Rabri, Lassi, etc.

Ramanreti- Proceed towards Ramanreti. Situated at around 3 kilometres from Nand Mahal, it is the place where Lord Krishna, along with Balarama and their friends, are believed to spend their childhood days playing with each other. Here you can be astonished by seeing people of all age groups rolling and playing in the sand. The reason is that it is said that Lord Krishna used to play and roll in the sand here, so the devotees make sure the sand touches their bodies.

One more important and most beautiful thing about this place is that it has a Deer park outside Ramanreti.

Lunch Suggestion:

• Surabhi Retreat or Khusboo Restaurant near Banke Bihari Temple.
• Jaipuria Bhawan – This place is a Dharamshala located at a distance of 200 meters from Shri Bankey Bihari Temple, they serve nice Satvik Bhojan at a cost of Rs 170 per person.

Nidhivan - Nidhivan is a garden where Lord Krishna is believed to visit and conduct his Ras Leela every night. After the evening aarti, which finishes by 7 pm, they lock the entire premises so that nobody can enter this place.

Shri Bankey Bihari Temple- After Nidhivan, you can visit Bankey Bihari Temple, which is at a distance of around ½ kilometres. This is a Temple where you can see the Yugal roop of Shri Krishna and Radha Rani.

 ISKCON Temple– You can now proceed towards ISKCON Temple Vrindavan, which is around 4 kilometres from Bankey Bihari Temple.

Prem Mandir – Prem Mandir has a beautiful vast complex. The lighting after sunset is worth watching.

Dinner Suggestions at Chowpatty opposite Prem Mandir- Food here is quite popular amongst tourists and locals. You can get street food and proper dinner at this place.

For a proper dine-in dinner, Bharti Foods & Restaurant is nice, you can enjoy the Punjabi taste of Punjabi thali at this place.

By the time you end your day, it might be 8.30 or 9 pm. So, you can decide to stay overnight or leave back for your hometown.