India · 2026 itinerary
Udupi 3-Day Itinerary
A day-by-day plan for Udupi: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.
Arrive & Explore the Highlights
A 13th-century temple founded by Madhvacharya. The main shrine has a window offering darshan of the Krishna idol through nine holes (navagraha).
🕐 5:00 AM - 9:00 PM daily
Free entry💡 Visit between 5:30 and 6:30 AM for the morning puja when the temple is quiet and you can see the priests prepare offerings.
Hotels near Krishna Mutt Temple →A long, straight street leading from Krishna Mutt, lined with old shops selling traditional items. During the annual car festival, the temple chariot is pulled here.
🕐 Open 24 hours
Free entry💡 Come early morning (6-7 AM) to see the street before shops open — the old architecture is more visible, and you can watch temple elephants being walked.
Hotels near Udupi Ratha Beedi (Car Street) →Hotel Karavali · ££
Krishna Bhavan · ££
Deeper Into Udupi
A twin-shrine temple built in the 16th century with ornate stone carvings. Dedicated to both Shiva and Parvati.
🕐 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM daily
💡 The carvings on the outer pillars are better than those inside — look for the mythical animal sculptures along the base.
A clean, wide sandy beach with calm waters. Fishing boats line the shore, and you can watch the sunset over the Arabian Sea.
🕐 Open 24 hours
💡 Walk to the northern end past the boat jetty for fewer crowds and better shell collecting. Avoid peak weekends when it gets packed with locals.
Woodlands Restaurent
Tamboola
Final Favourites & Departure
A small but well-kept museum in the government college grounds. Displays local archaeology, old coins, sculptures, and traditional household items from the regi
💡 Ask the caretaker to unlock the back room — it has a collection of 18th-century wooden temple carvings not on public display elsewhere. Entry is ₹10.
Mitra Samaj Hotel
Udupi Residency
Getting Around Udupi
Book at the prepaid counter inside arrivals to avoid haggling. Ask for an air-conditioned Indica or similar.
Use the unreserved general compartment for short hops. Walk or take an auto-rickshaw (₹50) from Udupi station to the hotel.
Flag a shared auto (green board) for ₹10 per person. For a private ride, agree the fare before getting in – locals pay ₹40-50 for this short trip.
Get off at ‘Udupi City Bus Stand’, not the new one outside town. Hotel Karavali is a 5-minute walk east.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 days enough for Udupi?
Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Krishna Mutt Temple and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.
What is the best time to visit Udupi?
See our full best time to visit Udupi guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.
Where should I stay for this itinerary?
A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Hotel Karavali, Mother Palace, Ashraya Hotel. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.