Family-friendly buffet or à la carte breakfast at a comfortable hotel restaurant to fuel up before temple visits; many hotel breakfasts start around 7:00AM. Confirm your hotel's breakfast hours on arrival.
Explore the four spectacular rock‑cut cave temples with detailed sculptures of Shiva, Vishnu and more — they are the highlight of Badami and best visited in the cooler morning hours (generally open ~7:00AM–6:00PM).
Short walk to the riverside Bhootnath temple and a gentle stroll along Agastya Lake; kids enjoy the open space and views toward the caves. Public access is generally unrestricted daytime.
Simple South Indian thalis and child-friendly options at a reliable local hotel restaurant; lunchtime is typically 12:00–3:00PM so most places will be open.
Climb the short routes up to Badami Fort for panoramic views of the town and lakes — the hillwalks are short but bring water and hats for the kids; forts are accessible daylight hours.
Visit the small museum close to the caves to see artifacts and helpful displays that put the rock-cut temples in context; typically open in daytime (check local hours).
Relax at the lakefront as the sun sets over the red sandstone hills — a calm, family-friendly wind-down and great photo opportunity (always accessible around sunset).
Settle into your Hampi guesthouse then enjoy a relaxed lunch at a family-friendly restaurant offering local and continental options; restaurants typically open lunchtime from 12:00PM.
Visit the active Virupaksha Temple (open morning to evening) and stroll the adjacent Hampi Bazaar for small souvenirs and a feel for the site — short, flat walking areas suitable for families.
Visit Vittala Temple to see the iconic stone chariot and musical pillars — the complex is usually open ~8:30AM–5:30PM and is best experienced before midday heat.
Short, supervised coracle ride on the Tungabhadra River near the Vittala area (operators run daytime trips) — a gentle, memorable activity for kids if conditions are safe.
Explore the Royal Enclosure and nearby pavilions — impressive architecture and shaded courtyards make this a child‑friendly afternoon visit; sites are open during daylight hours.
Have an early, relaxing dinner to suit children's routines; many cafés remain open till around 9:00–10:00PM but an early meal helps prepare for travel the next day.