For devotees living in New Jersey — here’s a verified list of the state’s most visited and well-maintained Hindu temples. Each entry includes the address, phone number, and weekday timings so you can plan your visit directly.
BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham
112 N Main St, Windsor, NJ 08561 — Phone: +1 609-918-1212
Timings: Mon, Wed–Sun 9:00 AM–7:30 PM (Tuesday closed)
Built over 10 years, this temple is known for its hand-carved stonework sourced from Italy and Greece. Rated 4.8 (20,700+ reviews). Entry is free, though a dress code applies — pants and a short-sleeve shirt are the minimum standard.
Sri Venkateswara Temple (Balaji Mandir) and Community Center
1 Balaji Temple Dr, Bridgewater, NJ 08807 — Phone: +1 908-725-4477
Timings: Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–12:30 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM; Sat–Sun 8:30 AM–8:30 PM
Built according to Agama and Vastu Shastra principles, in South Indian architectural style. Rated 4.8 (5,500+ reviews). A cafeteria is available during open hours.
Sri Guruvaayoorappan Temple
31 Wooleytown Rd, Morganville, NJ 07751 — Phone: +1 732-972-5552
Timings: Mon–Fri 8:30–11:30 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM; Sat–Sun 8:30 AM–8:30 PM
A traditional South Indian style temple with Vedic priests on staff. Rated 4.9 (2,900+ reviews) — the highest-rated of this list. Booking a seva or puja by advance appointment is recommended.
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Edison
2500 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ 08817 — Phone: +1 732-572-1234
Timings: Daily 7:00 AM–12:00 PM, 4:00–8:00 PM (Sat–Sun continuous until 8:00 PM)
Easily accessible from NYC, with ample parking. Rated 4.8 (900+ reviews). There’s also an on-site store selling religious items and Indian snacks.
Shree Swaminarayan Temple, Secaucus
200 Swamibapa Way, Secaucus, NJ 07094 — Phone: +1 201-325-0510
Timings: Mon–Fri 6:30–11:00 AM, 4:00–9:00 PM; Sat–Sun 6:30 AM–12:00 PM, 2:00–9:00 PM
Offers both guided and self-guided (touch-screen headphone) tours. Rated 4.7 (300+ reviews). There’s also a cafe serving vegetarian Indian food.
Om Sri Sai Balaji Temple and Cultural Center
285 Rhode Hall Rd, Monroe Township, NJ 08831 — Phone: +1 732-392-6794
Timings: Mon–Fri 8:30–11:30 AM, 4:30–8:30 PM; Sat–Sun 8:30 AM–8:30 PM
Especially known for its 22-foot Hanuman idol, with a laser show on weekends. Rated 4.7 (300+ reviews). Roughly an hour’s drive from NYC.
Before You Visit
Most temples require modest dress and ask visitors to remove their shoes before entering. For larger temples like Akshardham, plan for at least 2 hours to see everything properly. Timings can change around festival dates, so it’s worth calling ahead to confirm before you visit.
If you’d like to learn more about the specific deity you’ll be visiting before you go, take a look at our Dhyanam and mantra meaning guides — reading beforehand makes the visit that much more meaningful.
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