I love that the design of most Hindu temples are similar or identical(almost) as they draw inspiration from designs specified within their holy book. It only took three years to put the pieces carved in India when they arrived back in London, but it will only take you an hour or two to fully appreciate. If you live in London or the UK for that matter or a tourist from abroad, this is one temple you need to add to your list of things to see in London. Everyone in the temple is so friendly and welcoming, perhaps curiously interested to see new and unusual faces visiting.Sorry, there are no pictures of the inside in this post, hence why you have to go see it for yourself! I had my mobile and purse with me as I didn’t want to leave it with security. Pictures are also not allowed inside, I could have snuck in a few pictures but remember that this is a religious place and you have to respect the rules and respect the privacy of those praying inside.
London Neasden Temple – Opening Times and Directions
- Entry Fee: Free – Museum part of the temple costs £2 to enter.
- Opening times:9am to 6pm
- Who is allowed: All are welcome, whatever faith.
- Nearest Station: Neasden – Jubilee Line.
Neasden Temple Parking
If you are heading to Neasden Temple, parking is available. There is a huge car park across from the temple. In fact I spotted at least two or three car parks nearby. When I visited I was driving and parking was fairly easy to get. Of course be mindful when visiting during festivals or during religious events at the temple. There is an Ikea in Neasden where you can also car, especially if your visit to Neasden Temple is not that long.
Additional Info: No bags are allowed but there is a security house next to the temple where you can leave your staff. Once inside, shoes are also not allowed around the temple but there is a spot with shelves where you can keep your shoes while exploring.
Fascinating! Who knew this is just waiting to be discovered in North London.
Yep, London always had something hidden up its sleeve. Even as local, I am always discovering new things.
This is so cool! I will look for it tomorrow and give it a visit! So happy I stumbled upon your post!
I am sure you will enjoy your visit.
Lovely pictures 🙂 I can hardly believe this beautiful Neasden temple is in north-west London ! I've visited the Taj Mahal few years ago and I really loved the place. I definitively put this temple on my bucket list for my next trip to London. Thanks for sharing.
Definitely worth adding to the bucket list!
These pictures are stunning! I'm headed to London next week so I will have to bookmark it for next time.
Definitely check it out.
This place looks incredible! I'm going back to London in a few weeks, and definitely want to fit this in. I had no idea this even existed!
Yes, not a lot of tourists know about it which is a shame. Enjoy your visit.
I'm so sad I didn't get to visit here when I lived in London. Your photography is incredible btw!
Lived in London my whole life and had no idea, must visit! xx
What a gorgeous place, didn't know it was there. I will have to travel to go and see the inside for sure!
Just wondrously beautiful! No clue a place like this existed in London. I can't believe I am reading this just three days after I returned from London! Hadn't checked the blog since late February because I didn't see any new postings since the December year end summary. Ouch. Will put it on my April/May stopover in UK.
I am very much inclined toward hiring of tour guide services. And all this only because of one service called the Green Visa! This a tour operator in Vietnam and while I was there, they made me experience the best of it. I am very much in their favour!