Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Mumbai Temple Tour in Private Vehicle

• Full-Day City Tour of Mumbai With Guide and Lunch

• Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour With Dharavi Slum

• Private Mumbai Spiritual and Temple Tour With Buffet Lunch

• Mumbai City Tour in Public Transportation

There’s no cost to visit the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple for general sightseeing or to worship, although you’ll need to pay for specific pooja (worship) ceremonies with a priest. Many travelers visit Mumbai on guided tours, focusing on temples and sites of worship. Expect to pay between US$115 and US$160 for a 6–8-hour private tour.

Yes, the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple is definitely worth visiting if you're interested in Indian religion and spirituality or temple architecture. The Hindu temple, which is more than 200 years old, is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed deity. Going on a guided tour—especially one that also visits other Mumbai temples—is a good way to learn more about Hinduism and other Indian religions.

Per one customer who booked the Mumbai Temple Tour in Private Vehicle, "My favorite tour of our stay. Visited 7 temples of different religions. Our guide, Siddhi, explained to us every time what we were about to see. He gave us the time to enjoy and absorb the atmosphere, and answered all questions. This tour truly is the perfect way to get to understand the essence of Mumbai: a huge, messy, magical city where countless religions coexist in peace and mutual sympathy. Essential!"

The Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple was built at the turn of the 19th century and was officially consecrated on November 19, 1801. At the time, it was a small structure housing the Shree Siddhivinayak, but it has grown in size and significance since then.

No, there is no entry fee to visit the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple; admission is free. However, if you want to visit for darshan (the act of viewing the idol) and don't want to wait in line, you can book a VIP ticket on the temple’s website or ask your tour guide to do it.

Yes, there is a dress code for visiting the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple. The most important rule to follow is to remove your shoes before entering. It’s also respectful to wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees and to not wear anything super tight-fitting.

If you want to avoid crowds, the best time to visit the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple is on Monday, Thursday, or Friday. Weekends and Tuesdays can get particularly busy. Make sure to consult the schedule on the temple’s official website for information about opening and closing times.

No, photography is not allowed inside the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple; you might get into trouble if you get caught breaking this rule. However, you can take photos and videos from the outside. Just stow your phone or camera away before you get too close to the temple entrance.

Yes, there are lots of attractions and places of interest that you can visit in tandem with the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple, including the Bandra-Worli Sea Link (Rajiv Gandhi Sea Link), the Basilica of Our Lady of the Mount, and the Haji Ali Dargah (shrine).

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Mumbai:

• Gateway of India

• Elephanta Caves

• Hanging Gardens

• Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus

• Dobi Ghat

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Mumbai.