5 Best Temples in Seattle (2026)

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

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

Every temple on this Seattle list holds a rating of 4.7 or higher, and the Hindu Temple & Cultural Center alone has logged nearly 1,900 Google reviews. With that consistency across the board, what actually varies is denomination, event schedule and how central versus suburban each location is.

Short answer: Seattle Washington Temple in Bellevue, run by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, holds the top rating at 4.9 stars across 1,785 Google reviews. Hindu Temple & Cultural Center in Bothell has the most reviews of the group at 1,886, rated 4.7. Jaya Hanuman Temple and Iskcon Vedic Cultural Center both hold 4.8 ratings with distinct daily programming.

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Seattle-Area Temples, Side by Side

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Seattle Washington Temple	4.9 ★	1,785	LDS worship and forest grounds	View ›
2	Hindu Temple & Cultural Center	4.7 ★	1,886	Hindu worship, multiple deities	View ›
3	Jaya Hanuman Temple and Cultural Center	4.8 ★	1,156	Hanuman worship, daily performances	View ›
4	Iskcon Vedic Cultural Center	4.8 ★	1,101	Community meals and cultural programs	View ›
5	VEDA Sri Venkateswara Temple	4.8 ★	651	Venkateswara devotion, weekly rituals	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 3 days/wk

Seattle Washington Temple

4.91,785 Google reviews

Seattle Washington Temple in Bellevue is a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple, described by visitors as feeling immersed in a forest setting with paths and gardens for quiet reflection. Members can attend for ordinances, while visitors of any background are welcome to walk the grounds.

What people praise

Genuinely peaceful, forest-like setting for reflection
Temple workers described as warm and welcoming to all visitors
Beautiful walking paths open even for non-members
Strengthens visitors' sense of faith, per multiple detailed reviews

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Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,785 · 92th

Confidencevery high

Recency5 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown96% 5-star

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Our take: The highest-rated temple on this list, and a genuinely calming visit whether or not you're LDS. Worth a stop if you're in the Bellevue area.

Website +1425-643-5144 Directions

2808 148th Ave SE, Bellevue, WA 98007

#2🕑 Open 7 days

Hindu Temple & Cultural Center

4.71,886 Google reviews

Hindu Temple & Cultural Center in Bothell is a nonprofit temple serving the greater Seattle area's Hindu community, featuring intricately carved architecture reminiscent of South Indian temples, with numerous deities represented inside. It offers car pooja and other specific ritual services.

What people praise

Deeply carved, authentic architecture praised by visitors
Wide range of deities represented under one roof
Specific ritual services like car pooja available on request
Long-term devotees describe consistently kind priests and volunteers over 13-plus years

Worth knowing

One detailed review described a miscommunication about after-hours Archana timing and inconsistent policy enforcement between priests

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.7 / 5

Review volume1,886 · 97th

Confidencevery high

Recency2 months ago

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Rating breakdown80% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed temple on this list. A strong choice for Hindu worship with a wide deity representation, though communicate ritual timing clearly in advance given the one detailed complaint.

Website +1425-483-7115 Directions

3818 212th St SE, Bothell, WA 98021

#3🕑 Open 7 days

Jaya Hanuman Temple and Cultural Center

4.81,156 Google reviews

Jaya Hanuman Temple and Cultural Center in Bellevue features a large Hanuman murti alongside Shiva Lingam and Shirdi Sai Baba, with live music or dance performances happening most days and a Saturday evening Aarati ceremony that reviewers specifically recommend.

What people praise

Daily live music or dance performances, unusual among temples on this list
Prasad and free food offered on auspicious days as part of community outreach
Convenient mall location with ample parking
Saturday evening Aarati specifically called out as a highlight by multiple reviewers

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,156 · 87th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 months ago

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Rating breakdown85% 5-star

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Our take: A strong pick if daily cultural programming matters alongside worship. High rating held across over 1,100 reviews.

Website +1425-477-9028 Directions

655 156th Ave SE Ste 100, Bellevue, WA 98007

#4🕑 Open 7 days

Iskcon Vedic Cultural Center

4.81,101 Google reviews

Iskcon Vedic Cultural Center in Sammamish, part of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, offers Sunday Love Feast community meals, kirtans, Bhagavad Gita classes and children's cultural programs alongside daily worship.

What people praise

Free Sunday Love Feast community meal open to visitors
Vedic school and cultural programs for children specifically
Volunteers described as selfless, welcoming and deeply respectful
Well-organized even during high-attendance festivals like Janmashtami

Worth knowing

Festival days can get very crowded, per multiple reviewers

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,101 · 82th

Confidencevery high

Recency4 months ago

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Rating breakdown88% 5-star

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Our take: The pick for families wanting community programming alongside worship, particularly the free Sunday meal and children's cultural school.

Website +1206-979-8002 Directions

1420 228th Ave SE, Sammamish, WA 98075

#5🕑 Open 7 days

VEDA Sri Venkateswara Temple

4.8651 Google reviews

VEDA Sri Venkateswara Temple in Redmond centers on Lord Venkateswara, with regular Ekantha Seva on Saturday evenings that longtime visitors describe as especially soothing. It hosts special events tied to the Vedic calendar, including Aadi Pooram celebrations.

What people praise

Saturday evening Ekantha Seva specifically praised as a family favorite
Traditional chants and pandits creating an authentic devotional atmosphere
Spacious temple with beautiful, detailed idols
Weekly regulars describe a strong sense of heritage and rootedness

Worth knowing

One reviewer described a priest appearing to expect a monetary offering during an Aarti, worth being aware of if that's uncomfortable for you

Reputation scorecardrank in Seattle

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume651 · 76th

Confidencehigh

Recency2 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown84% 5-star

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Our take: The pick for weekly, ritual-focused Venkateswara devotion. Strong rating, with the Saturday evening service specifically worth planning around.

Website +1425-998-9132 Directions

7305 208th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98053

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the temple’s live Google star average. Review volume is how many visitors have rated it, measured against other temples in the greater Seattle area. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a rating built on nearly 1,900 reviews carries more weight than one built on a few hundred. No business can pay to change these numbers.

Is there a cost to visit these temples?

All the temples on this list are free to visit as places of worship, though some request donations for meals, ceremonies or specific ritual services like car pooja.

Serving greater Seattle

These temples span Bellevue, Bothell, Redmond and Sammamish, all within the greater Seattle metro area. Searching for a temple near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and directions so you can plan your visit.

What to know before you visit a temple in Seattle

What is the appropriate dress code for this specific temple?
Are visitors of other faiths welcome, and is photography allowed inside?
What time is the main daily ceremony or Aarti?
Is a specific ritual service, like a car pooja, available by appointment only?
Is parking available on site or nearby?
Is a donation expected for meals or specific rituals?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these temples?

We started from every temple in the greater Seattle area with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Can non-members visit the Seattle Washington Temple?

Yes, visitors of any background are welcome to walk the temple grounds, though the temple interior ordinances are for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Which temple offers a free community meal?

Iskcon Vedic Cultural Center in Sammamish hosts a free Sunday Love Feast open to visitors as part of its weekly programming.

The bottom line

Seattle Washington Temple holds the highest rating and offers a genuinely peaceful visit for anyone. For Hindu worship with the widest deity representation, Hindu Temple & Cultural Center in Bothell is the most-reviewed option. Check dress code and photography rules before any visit.

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