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Traveling to Hampi

[#train] Book your ticket to Hosapete Junction (Hospet) railway station (railway station code: HPT). Hampi is 13km from the railway station. Take auto-rickshaw from railway station or loact bus from the nearby bus station. You'll reach Hampi in 30 minutes from the railway station.

[#bus]
If trains are overbooked, try KSRTC or private buses. Most buses will drop you at Hosapete town, some long distance buses will drop at Kamalapura village ( 4km from Hampi).

[#car]
Or take your car or bike and drive all the way to Hampi! National highways towards Hampi are in great shape.

By Bus, Train, Car or Bike see how to travel to Hampi from your city, any city!

How to explore Hampi

Hampi is an amazingly 'Do-It-Yourself' friendly tourism destination.

[#bicycle] As an open museum (26+ sq.km),  Hampi is best covered on foot, bicycle or moped. The charm is to explore Hampi in a discovery style itinerary, leaving surprises cropping up every now and then.

Consider a 3 days itinerary. People do one day tour of Hampi. It is feasible, though not recommended.

See how to make your custom sightseeing itinerary , including a 3 hours whirlwind Hampi tour!

Hampi's Hotspots

[#map] Hampi is charismatic even in its ruined state. The eeriness of the boulder-strewn hills and the expansive river make the backdrop of Hampi unique. Dotted around this hilly terrain are well over 500 monuments and other attractions.

Let the vastness of Hampi don't overwhelm you. See the list of most popular attractions in Hampi.

Where to stay in Hampi

Start by understanding the accommodation scenario in and around Hampi.

Your location is as critical as the accommodation itself for the experience. Pick based on your taste & need.

Guest Houses in Hampi Village , are mostly family run humble homes. Kadirampura in the south and Sanapur in the north of Hampi has many homestays and budget guest houses. Kamalapura village near Hampi has a few upscale hotels. Or you may prefer the conveniences of Hospet town area with many hotel choices. Compare and pick the an area, before you book an accomodation in or around Hampi.

[#hotel]There are also a few 5 Star properties and upscale resorts around Hampi.

See the Hampi Heritage & Wilderness Resort by the legendary Jungle Lodges & Resorts (JLR)

Generally the online (hotel booking portals ) rates mentioned for the homestarys are a tad higher than the walk-in rates. If you are game for it, just walk around the Hampi village area to find a budget accomodation. Also keep in mind during weekends and holiday seasons the hotels and guest houses get overbooked.

...before you go

[#bar] History & Geography: Hampi is a dramatic place. Get a hang of its historic background .

However great you scored in those geography classes, Hampi's geography will overwhelm you!

[#bar] Mythology, Religion & Iconography:If you are unfamiliar with the pantheon of Hinduism, a precursor of its iconography can help you understand Hampi's religious themes. So is the  mythical backdrop of Hampi's origin.

After your visit...

Irrespective of how well you've planned, Hampi will leave you with an unfulfilled feeling & nostalgia!
This is normal. Many people visit Hampi again, and again with more anticipation.

This website www.hampi.in is packed with tons of details for your itinerary research, be it for your first visit or you're an advanced traveler to Hampi.