Plan your visit.
Everything you need to know before visiting
Hare Krishna Melbourne for the first time
Visiting made simple.
Whether you’re joining a Sunday Feast, attending meditation, exploring spiritual life or simply curious to visit, Hare Krishna Melbourne is open and welcoming to everyone.
17 hrs
OPEN DAILY
6
DAILY ARATIS
4 min walk
From Tram Stop
Gentle moments to enjoy
The temple is open daily, offering multiple opportunities to pause, reflect, and connect.
4:30 – 5:00 am
Mangala Aarti
We start the day with auspicious prayers, invoking blessings in the peaceful pre-dawn hours.
5:00 – 5:10 am
Tulsi Aarti
We offer prayers and circumam- bulate the sacred Tulasi plant, revered as the beloved devotee of Lord Krishna.
5:10 – 7:00 am
Japa
We chant the Hare Krishna maha-mantra on meditation beads, cultivating focus, inner peace, and a deeper connection with Krishna.
7:00– 7:10am
Deity Greetings (Darshan Aarti)
The temple curtains open for the first darshan of the beautifully adorned deities, offering an uplifting start to the day.
7:10 – 7:30 am
Guru Puja
7:30 – 8:30 am
Lecture
A reading and discussion from the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam, exploring timeless spiritual wisdom and practical teachings for everyday life.
12:30 – 1:00 pm
Raja Bhoga Aarti
6:30 – 7:00 pm
Gaura Aarti (Sandhya Aarti)
An inspiring evening ceremony filled with kirtan, dancing, and heartfelt prayers, bringing devotees together in joyous worship.
7:00 – 8:00 pm
Bhagavad-gītā Class
8:15 – 8:30 pm
Śayana Aarti
The final offering of the day, where prayers are offered as the deities retire for the evening, bringing the temple program to a peaceful close.
Find us
197 Danks Street, Albert Park VIC 3206
Free meals,
every single day.
Hare Krishna Melbourne serves free food three times a day, every day of the week. Join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner and enjoy a fantastic range of delicious, sanctified vegetarian cuisine. Our internationally famous Saturday & Sunday Feasts are also free and open to the public — bring the whole family and immerse yourself in the friendly atmosphere. You won't be disappointed, that's our special guarantee.
Prasadam means “Krishna's mercy.” It is the sanctified remnant of food first offered to Krishna with love and devotion. Every preparation is pure vegetarian — no meat, fish, eggs, onion or garlic — and because it is offered in devotion, prasadam helps anyone who honours it to grow spiritually.
Curious to learn more? Browse our range of cookbooks in the Temple Shop, or ask one of our seasoned prasadam volunteers during a weekend Feast — they love talking about it.
& Free
Join us at the table
Our Temple serves meals every day at the following times. Meals are served in the Prasadam Hall, upstairs from the Temple Room.
Our internationally famous weekend Feast is free and open to everyone — bring the whole family. Immerse yourself in a friendly atmosphere and taste irresistible prasadam. You won’t be disappointed — that’s our special guarantee.
Arrive Prepared
Two ways to arrive — pick your favourite.
By Tram
- Take Tram 1 (via Swanston Street) towards South Melbourne Beach and disembark at Stop 31 (Graham St / Victoria Ave), just before Danks Street. From the stop it’s about a two‑minute walk down Danks Street to the temple.
- Alternatively, take Tram 12 (via Collins Street) and disembark at Stop 136 (Mills St / Danks St); the temple is a short four‑minute walk from that stop
By Car
- The temple address is 197 Danks Street, Albert Park VIC 3206. There is limited on‑street parking nearby (observe local parking signs and meters).
- If you are driving from the city, head south via St Kilda Road, turn onto Danks Street and follow local parking options; allow extra time at weekends and during events as parking can be busy.
Arrive Prepared
A few practical things
Pets
With the exception of registered assistance animals, pets are not permitted on the temple grounds.
Parking
Parking is available nearby, with both paid and unpaid options within a short walking distance. Public transport or walking is also recommended, especially for evening visits after 6 pm.
Accessibility
All guests are welcome. For specific accessibility enquiries, please contact reception in advance.
Attire
Comfortable, modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is appreciated. Shoes are removed before entering the main hall — racks are provided.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
No booking is required for general visits to the temple. You are welcome to visit during our opening hours. If you would like to visit with a school, class, tour group, or other organised group, please contact reception in advance so we can make the necessary arrangements and ensure your visit is enjoyable and well supported.
The temple features a spacious prayer hall, a prasadam (sanctified meal) hall, a small gift and book shop, and a reception area where volunteers are available to answer questions.
No, the temple does not offer accommodation for overnight stay.
Yes. Daily sanctified vegetarian meals (prasadam) are offered to all. Additionally, the Sunday Feast provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a delicious vegetarian dinner in a warm community setting.
Not at all. Visitors of every background are warmly welcomed. Just come as you are.
Entry is always free. Donations are welcomed but never expected.
