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Arsikere
Half a day is enough: see the hill temple, then move on to Hassan, Belur or Shravanabelagola. A rail junction, not a base.
Arsikere (also spelled Arasikere) is a railway town in Hassan district, Karnataka. Its only sight is the Thirupathy Hill Temple, a 3 km climb from the centre. Most travellers pass through on the way to Hassan, Belur or Shravanabelagola. Half a day covers the temple and a meal; there is no reason to stay longer.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar
- avoid Apr–Jun (hot), Jul–Sep (monsoon)
- Airports
- BLR · IXE
- Nights
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Arsikere112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Arsikere, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyArsikere is a small, quiet town.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 112 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBLR Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (About 3.5 h by road or train to Arsikere).
- Getting aroundAutorickshaws charge about ₹100 (≈ US$2) for the trip up to the hill temple and back, including waiting time.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealTea at a local stall₹10–20 (≈ under US$1)
- Metro or bus rideBus to Hassan₹50–80 (≈ under US$1)
- Museum or sight ticketAutorickshaw to hill temple and backcheck₹100 (≈ US$2)
- Budget bedBasic lodge room, a night, per room₹600 (≈ US$7)
- Mid-range bedBasic lodge room, a night, per room₹1,000 (≈ US$12)
- High-end bedBasic lodge room, a night, per room₹1,500 (≈ US$18)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,000 (≈ US$12) · Mid ₹2,000 (≈ US$25) · High ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BLR Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (About 3.5 h by road or train to Arsikere) · IXE Mangalore International Airport (About 3 h by train)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Feb
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
Best
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
May
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: Apr–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Arsikere: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
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Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
1 rd
Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
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Apr
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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May
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
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Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4 rd
Dec
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Autorickshaws charge about ₹100 for the trip up to the hill temple and back, including waiting time. Walking is possible but steep.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Hassan
goDoor to door: About 45 min
Train or bus, about 30 min
Hassan has the Shettihalli Church and the Hasanamba Temple.
Door to door: About 2 h
Bus via Hassan, about 1.5 h
Chennakeshava Temple, a Hoysala masterpiece.
Shravanabelagola
goDoor to door: About 2 h
Bus via Channarayapatna, about 1.5 h
The 17 m Gommateshwara statue on a hill.
Door to door: About 2 h
Bus via Hassan, about 1.5 h
Hoysaleswara Temple and the Kedareshwara Temple.
Door to door: About 1.5 h
Train or bus, about 1 h
Green hills and coffee plantations; good for a day hike.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near the bus stand
Basic lodges like Raghavendra Lodge; walk to the temple and station.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,000–1,500 (≈ US$12–18) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,500–2,500 (≈ US$18–30) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,500 (≈ US$30)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Basic lodge room1 × 1 night × ₹600 | ₹600 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| Autorickshaw to hill temple and back1 × ₹100 · check | ₹100 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹170 |
| Trip total≈ ₹1,870 per person per day, bed included | ₹1,870≈ US$25 |
2026 estimate in rupees; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Autorickshaw to hill temple and backcheck | ₹100 (≈ US$2) |
| Meal at Raghavendra Restaurant | ₹100–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Tea at a local stall | ₹10–20 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bus to Hassan | ₹50–80 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The temple is on a hill: wear comfortable shoes and carry water.
- Autorickshaw fares should be agreed before the ride.
- Limited dining options; Raghavendra Restaurant near the bus stand is the main choice.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 112
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ಈ ವಿಳಾಸಕ್ಕೆ ದಯವಿಟ್ಟುTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance112
Embassy
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Autorickshaw to hill temple and back: ₹100 (≈ US$2) (check)
- Bus to Hassan: ₹50–80 (≈ under US$1)
Say or show
- ಎಷ್ಟು? — How much? (eshtu)
- ಬೆಟ್ಟದ ದೇವಸ್ಥಾನಕ್ಕೆ — To the hill temple (bettada devasthanakke)
- ಧನ್ಯವಾದಗಳು — Thank you (dhanyavadagalu)
Kannada is the local language; Hindi and English are understood at the bus stand and station.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Arsikere. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar · avoid Apr–Jun (hot), Jul–Sep (monsoon) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 5 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place page for Thirupathy Hill Temple with opening hours and entry fee.
- Eat page for Raghavendra Restaurant with menu and prices.
- Sleep page for Raghavendra Lodge with room types and rates.
- Day-trip pages for Belur, Shravanabelagola, Halebidu and Sakleshpur.
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