Visiting a temple located amidst lush greenery is like stepping into a world where you not only feel the heavenly presence but also feel closer to nature. The atmosphere of any temple is divine, but at this particular temple, the air feels clean and crisp. You can hear the rustling leaves and chirping birds, creating unique music in your head, making everyone feel like the great legend AR Rahman.

Omkareshwara Temple is located in the serene landscape of Coorg. The temple, with its rich architectural heritage and spiritual significance, immediately draws the eyes of visitors towards its majestic structure.

Stepping through the entrance, you’re greeted with a linga that has been installed and a copper plate on which the history of the temple has been inscribed. Walking inside the temple, you’ll find a huge water pond/tank with various species of freshwater fish. In the middle of the pond is an architectural marvel, an old Mandapata, which is connected through a walkway. It’s a pleasure for parents with kids to watch their kids get attracted to these small and big fishes in the pond. This peaceful environment makes this temple a must-visit place in Coorg. The temple is well-maintained. You need about an hour to visit and explore this marvelous Omkareshwara Temple in Coorg.

Timing and Entry Fee:

Open all day: 6:30 am to 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
No entry fee to visit the temple. Devotees and visitors can plan their visit based on the pooja schedules performed at Omkareshwara Temple in Coorg. 

• Abhisheka: 6:30 AM to 6:45 AM
• Ganga Pooja: 7:00 AM
• Maha Pooja: 12:00 noon
• Maha Pooja: 8:00 PM
• Satyanarayana Pooja: Every full moon day of the month

Dress Code for the Temple:

Any Indian wear.
Boys: Pants, Shirt / T-shirt, Dhoti
Girls: Kurta, Salwar, Saree, skirt with top (not too short)
Shorts, Capri pants, and short dresses are not permitted. Some say the temple strictly enforces the dress code.

Shops, Eateries, and Restaurants:

No food served inside Omkareshwara Temple, Coorg, for devotees and visitors. However, there are many shops, eateries, cafes, and restaurants on Madikeri- Virajpet road, which is 300 footsteps from the temple. Some of the options include:
Amritha Restaurant (serves pure veg)
Udupi Hotel Sri Krishna Grand
Domino’s Pizza
Raintree
Big Cup Cafe
Sri Krishna Bhavan – For food lovers/bloggers/vloggers, there is a heaven with an old rustic feel and excellent and tasty food – Sri Krishna Bhavan on Junior College Road, Madikeri, which is 3 minutes away from the Omkareshwara temple. If you’re a morning person and stay near this temple, take a morning walk to the temple, explore nature, enjoy the feel of the temple, and then walk to this eatery mentioned above for a delicious breakfast.

Distance from:
Madikeri: 3 mins from Madikeri Bus stop to Omkareshwara temple
Mysore: 118 km via Mangalore – Mysore Highway
Mangalore: 137 km via NH 275
Bangalore: 254 km via NH 275
Nearest Airport: Mangalore International Airport – 137 km
                            Mysore Domestic Airport – 121 km
Nearest Railway Station: Madikeri