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5 Best Temples in London (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Fenris Morrow
By Fenris Morrow, Expert in Professional Services · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

From the hand-carved marble of the Neasden Mandir to the daily prasad served at ISKCON's Soho Street temple, these temples in London have drawn nearly 20,000 Google reviews between them, and every one holds the same 4.8 rating. Choosing where to visit, whether for a festival, a daily pooja, or simply to see the architecture, is easier once you know the numbers line up this closely.

Short answer: The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Neasden, Europe's largest Hindu temple, holds a 4.8 rating across 6,588 reviews, the deepest track record on this list. Sri Mahalakshmi Temple and London Sri Murugan Temple, both in East Ham, share that same 4.8 rating with thousands of reviews each. Entry is free at every temple, though the Neasden Mandir's exhibition carries a small optional charge.
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Five Temples, Side by Side

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, London 4.8 ★ 6,588 Overall / largest Hindu temple in Europe View ›
2 Sri Mahalakshmi Temple 4.8 ★ 4,905 South Indian rituals and daily community meals View ›
3 London Sri Murugan Temple 4.8 ★ 3,374 Devotion to Lord Murugan and community meals View ›
4 ISKCON London Radha-Krishna Temple 4.8 ★ 2,525 Central London location and Govinda's restaurant View ›
5 Shri Sanatan Hindu Mandir 4.8 ★ 2,520 Community events and welcoming newcomers View ›
5 Best Temples in London (2026)

A closer look at each temple

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, London logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, London

4.86,588 Google reviews

The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Neasden, widely known as the Neasden Temple, is Europe's first traditional Hindu stone temple and remains the largest of its kind outside India. Built from hand-carved marble and Bulgarian limestone, the mandir includes an exhibition on Hinduism, an adjoining Haveli assembly hall, and the Shayona restaurant on site. It won a 2024 Tripadvisor award and has hosted a sitting British Prime Minister.

What people praise

  • Reviewers repeatedly describe the carved stonework and woodwork as extraordinary, calling the mandir one of the most beautiful places they've visited.
  • Visitors highlight the calm, welcoming atmosphere from the moment they enter, even amid steady visitor numbers.
  • The 'Understanding Hinduism' exhibition is called informative and worth the small additional charge.
  • Several reviewers mention full wheelchair accessibility, including a lift to the upper Great Hall.
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume6,588 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown84% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: With nearly 6,600 reviews and a 4.8 rating, the Neasden Temple has by far the deepest track record on this list, reflecting its scale and its standing as a landmark beyond London's Hindu community.

Website+442089652651 Directions

Pramukh Swami Rd, Neasden, London NW10 8HW

Sri Mahalakshmi Temple logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days

Sri Mahalakshmi Temple

4.84,905 Google reviews

Sri Mahalakshmi Temple, in East Ham, is a South Indian style temple centred on the goddess Mahalakshmi, with additional shrines including Lakshmi Narayana Perumal, Narasimhar, Ganeshar, and Hanuman. The temple holds daily poojas and abhishegams, alongside special ceremonies like Gruha Pravesam and Namakaranam, and provides Annadana Prasadam, a free community meal, most afternoons. It's easily reached from East Ham station.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe the temple's atmosphere as powerful and calming, with several noting the strength of the darshan experience.
  • The daily Annadanam meal is highlighted repeatedly as a meaningful expression of community and service.
  • Visitors from across outer London mention travelling specifically for this temple, citing its reputation.
  • The priests are described as patient and respectful in guiding visitors through rituals.
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume4,905 · 92th
Confidencevery high
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown88% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Sri Mahalakshmi Temple's 4.8 rating across nearly 4,900 reviews points to a temple that draws devotees well beyond its immediate East Ham neighbourhood.

Website+442085525082 Directions

241 High St N, London E12 6SJ

London Sri Murugan Temple logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

London Sri Murugan Temple

4.83,374 Google reviews

London Sri Murugan Temple, also in East Ham, is dedicated to Lord Murugan and blends South Indian temple architecture with a working community space in the heart of London. The temple conducts poojas and darshan throughout the day, and its trust arranges food for devotees who visit. Idols of Ganpati, Shiva, Devi, and Hanuman sit alongside the central sanctum of Murugan.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe the panditjis as patient, dedicated, and full of positive energy during rituals.
  • Visitors highlight the Archana ticket, a family blessing ritual, as especially meaningful.
  • The temple trust's food arrangements for devotees are called a genuine expression of community.
  • Several reviewers, including those far from family, describe the temple as a source of comfort and peace.
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume3,374 · 87th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: London Sri Murugan Temple holds a 4.8 rating across more than 3,300 reviews, with many describing it as a spiritual home away from home.

Website+442084788433 Directions

78-90 Church Rd, London E12 6AF

ISKCON London Radha-Krishna Temple logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days

ISKCON London Radha-Krishna Temple

4.82,525 Google reviews

ISKCON London Radha-Krishna Temple, on Soho Street, is a Krishna consciousness centre that has served Londoners and visitors for decades. Downstairs, the Govinda's restaurant serves vegetarian prasad-style food, while the temple upstairs holds daily aarti sessions, with evening ceremonies around 7pm and 9pm drawing particular praise. It's open early, from 4:30am, to accommodate a full daily schedule of worship.

What people praise

  • Reviewers describe the temple as a genuine oasis of calm in the middle of busy central London.
  • The Govinda's restaurant is repeatedly praised for its flavourful, well-seasoned vegetarian food at reasonable prices.
  • Evening aarti sessions, particularly Sunday satsangs, are described as blissful and uplifting.
  • Visitors mention feeling welcome regardless of their familiarity with Krishna consciousness practices.
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume2,525 · 76th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown86% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: ISKCON London's 4.8 rating across 2,525 reviews reflects a temple valued as much for its restaurant and community events as for formal worship.

Website+442074373662 Directions

10 Soho St, London W1D 3DL

Shri Sanatan Hindu Mandir logo
#5🕑 Open 7 days

Shri Sanatan Hindu Mandir

4.82,520 Google reviews

Shri Sanatan Hindu Mandir, on Ealing Road in Wembley, is run by Shri Vallabh Nidhi UK, a registered charity formed in 1979 that also manages a sister mandir in Leytonstone. The temple is open daily from 7am to 7pm and hosts regular poojas alongside Gokaldham Hall, a function space used for weddings and community events. Its five core Sanatan Dharma principles, covering God, prayer, reincarnation, action, and compassion, are explained on site for visitors unfamiliar with the tradition.

What people praise

  • Reviewers consistently describe the intricate carvings and traditional design as breathtaking.
  • Volunteers and staff are praised for being patient with visitors unfamiliar with Hindu traditions.
  • Visitors mention feeling welcome regardless of background, calling it a genuine cultural and spiritual haven.
  • The mandir's Gokaldham Hall is noted as a popular venue for weddings, adding to its role as a community hub.
Reputation scorecardrank in London
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume2,520 · 71th
Confidencevery high
Recency5 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown85% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Shri Sanatan Hindu Mandir's 4.8 rating across 2,520 reviews shows a temple that reviewers consistently describe as welcoming to newcomers as well as its regular community.

Website+442089037737 Directions

Ealing Rd, Wembley HA0 4TA

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How we compiled this list

Every figure here comes from live Google data. Rating is the temple’s current average, and review volume shows how many devotees and visitors have left one. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, since a 4.8 built on thousands of reviews carries more weight than one built on a few hundred. No temple can pay for a better position here; all five are ranked purely on public data.

What does it cost to visit a Hindu temple in London?

Entry is free at every temple on this list, and daily poojas and darshan carry no charge. The one exception noted by visitors is the Neasden Mandir’s separate ‘Understanding Hinduism’ exhibition, which carries a small optional fee.

JobTypical price
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, ‘Understanding Hinduism’ exhibition£2

Price as reported by a visitor in a Google review for BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, verified July 2026.

Temples across London

This list spans several of London’s Hindu communities, from Neasden and Wembley in the north west to East Ham in the east and Soho in central London. Wherever you’re searching from, these five give a solid starting point for temples near you in London.

What to know before visiting a Hindu temple in London

  • What is the dress code, and are head coverings or specific clothing expected?
  • Are shoes and bags required to be left at a designated area?
  • Is photography allowed inside the main worship areas?
  • Are meals or prasad offered to visitors, and at what times?
  • Is the temple fully accessible for visitors with mobility needs?
  • Are guided tours or explanatory exhibits available for first-time visitors?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. The order reflects public Google ratings and review volume. A temple can’t pay for a better position on this list.

How did you choose these five temples?

We looked at Hindu temples in London with a meaningful volume of Google reviews and ranked them by rating, review count, and how recently people have reviewed them.

How often is this updated?

This page reflects Google data verified in July 2026 and is refreshed periodically.

Is entry free at these temples?

Yes. All five temples on this list are free to enter, with only a small optional exhibition fee at the Neasden Mandir.

Which of these temples is the largest?

The BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Neasden is the largest Hindu temple in Europe.

The bottom line

The Neasden Mandir is the obvious first stop for anyone new to London’s Hindu temples, both for its scale and its visitor-friendly exhibition. For a smaller, more community-centred visit, Sri Mahalakshmi Temple and London Sri Murugan Temple in East Ham are just as highly regarded and both offer a daily community meal worth timing your visit around.

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