Efficient 3-Day Pilgrimage Itinerary for Tirupati Darshan and Return

Day 1: Arrival and Darshan

Tirupati, India on April 13, 2025

1:00PM

Arrival in Tirupati

Arrive in Tirupati in the early afternoon, check into your hotel or guest house to freshen up and prepare for evening darshan.
INR0, 1 hour

4:00PM

Pre-Darshan Preparation and Refreshments

Have a light meal or snack at the hotel or nearby restaurant. Recommended: Banana Leaf restaurant for authentic South Indian snacks and refreshments.
INR150-250, 1 hour

5:00PM

Darshan at Tirumala Venkateswara Temple

Attend the evening darshan at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) shrine. The temple generally opens for darshan in the evening; this is the main spiritual highlight of your trip.
INR0, 2 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Tirupati

Dine at Sri Krishna Restaurant, famous for its vegetarian South Indian thali and peaceful ambiance.
INR200-350, 1 hour

Day 2: Local Sightseeing

Tirupati, India on April 14, 2025

7:30AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast with idlis, dosas, and filter coffee at your accommodation or at Aaradhana Restaurant.
INR100-200, 1 hour

9:00AM

Visit Kapila Theertham

Explore Kapila Theertham waterfall and temple complex, located near Tirupati, known for its serene environment and beautiful natural surroundings.
INR0, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Haritha Veg Restaurant

Savor a wholesome vegetarian Andhra meal at this popular local eatery close to many tourist spots.
INR150-300, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park

Spend an afternoon at this large zoological park, home to various animals and birds, great for a relaxing nature walk.
INR20-50, 2 hours

4:00PM

Explore Sri Padmavathi Ammavari Temple, Tiruchanur

Visit this important temple dedicated to Goddess Padmavathi, the consort of Lord Venkateswara, a peaceful spiritual visit.
INR0, 1 hour

7:00PM

Dinner at Anjappar Chettinad Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Chettinad cuisine that offers a spicy and flavorful experience great for dinner.
INR300-450, 1 hour

Day 3: Return Journey

Tirupati to Home on April 15, 2025

6:00AM

Early Breakfast and Check-Out

Have a quick early breakfast at the hotel or nearby eatery such as Sri Lakshmi Bhavan, serving early morning South Indian delicacies before checkout.
INR100-150, 45 minutes

7:00AM

Departure from Tirupati

Begin your journey back home with cherished memories of your darshan and sightseeing in Tirupati.
INR0, Variable depending on your destination