Hampi trip from Bangalore

About Hampi

Hampi was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire and today is an open-air landscape of temples, bazaars and royal enclosures spread over a large area. It is better explored over two or three days than squeezed into one.

Summers are very hot, so most visits are planned for the cooler months, with the main sights done early morning and late afternoon.

Things to do in Hampi

• Virupaksha Temple and Hampi Bazaar
• Vittala Temple and the stone chariot
• Lotus Mahal and the Royal Enclosure
• Hemakuta Hill and Matanga Hill for sunrise and sunset
• Coracle rides on the Tungabhadra

Who Hampi suits

History lovers, photographers and groups who enjoy walking and cycling between sites.

Getting to Hampi from Bengaluru

The nearest railway station is Hosapete (Hospet), about 13 km from Hampi, with overnight trains and buses from Bengaluru. From there, a short road transfer reaches the ruins. Driving from Bengaluru is also common, usually with a stop at Chitradurga.

A sample plan for Hampi

Day one: Virupaksha Temple, Hampi Bazaar and sunset from Hemakuta Hill. Day two: Vittala Temple, the stone chariot and the Royal Enclosure. A third day lets you add Matanga Hill at sunrise and a coracle ride.

Planning tips for Hampi

• Carry water and sun protection, because the sites are spread out.
• Visit in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the heat.
• Wear shoes that are easy to remove at temples.

Stays and planning

Stays we recommend here include Evolve Back Hampi. Availability and the final price are confirmed by the TripBanao team when you enquire. See our stays in Hampi.