Family Friendly Day in Mathura-Vrindavan

Day 1: Mathura and Vrindavan

Mathura, India

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Puri Wala

Kickstart your day with delicious aloo poori and halwa at Puri Wala, a local favorite for breakfast that will delight the whole family.
Begin your morning at Puri Wala, which is centrally located in Mathura.
INR150, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Visit Krishna Janmabhoomi

Explore the holy site of Krishna Janmabhoomi, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, where the kids can learn about his fascinating stories and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.
It's a short walk from the restaurant, just 10 minutes away.
INR20, 1.5 hours

10:30 AM

Visit Dwarkadhish Temple

A stunning temple dedicated to Lord Krishna; you can admire the intricate architecture and participate in the morning Aarti.
A quick 5-minute rickshaw ride from Krishna Janmabhoomi.
Free, 1 hour

11:30 AM

Travel to Vrindavan

Take a family cab to Vrindavan, where you will immerse yourselves in the blissful surroundings.
A 30-minute cab ride from Mathura to Vrindavan.
INR400, 30 minutes

12:00 PM

Lunch at Brijwasi Sweets

Enjoy a delightful lunch at Brijwasi Sweets, known for its scrumptious traditional thalis and desserts like rasgulla.
Located in the heart of Vrindavan, easily accessible from where you arrive.
INR300, 1 hour

1:00 PM

Visit Banke Bihari Temple

Experience the lively atmosphere of Banke Bihari Temple, where you can participate in devotion and later applaud the joyful environment.
It's just a short walk from Brijwasi Sweets.
Free, 1 hour

2:00 PM

Explore ISKCON Temple

A peaceful retreat with beautiful gardens; take some time to relax and let the kids explore the surroundings.
Around a 10-minute cab ride from Banke Bihari Temple.
Free, 1 hour

3:00 PM

Visit Prem Mandir

The stunning Prem Mandir is renowned for its intricate marble work and beautiful evening light displays, ideal for family photos.
A 15-minute cab ride from ISKCON Temple.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:30 PM

Visit a Local Market

Wander through the local markets, and let the kids pick out their favorite sweets and souvenirs from this vibrant area.
After exploring Prem Mandir, it's a short cab ride back to the market zone.
Varies, 1 hour

5:30 PM

Enjoy Dinner at the Temple Chaat Stalls

Wrap up the day with a delightful street food experience at the temple chaat stalls, perfect for trying local snacks like pani puri and dahi bhalla.
Located conveniently near the market area.
INR200, 1 hour

6:30 PM

Travel Back to Mathura

Wind down as you take a cab back to your starting point in Mathura, filled with lovely memories of the day.
A quick cab ride back to Mathura.
INR400, 30 minutes
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