Shirdi Sai Baba Temple — Darshan & Aarti Timings

Everything you need to plan your Sai Baba darshan at Shirdi, Ahilyanagar (Ahmednagar) district, Maharashtra. Hotel Swaraj is 2 minutes walk from the Temple main gate — our hot water runs 5–9 AM so you can prepare for morning aarti.

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Tips for First-Time Visitors to Shirdi Sai Baba Temple

• Arrive the evening before if you want the 4:30 AM Kakad Aarti. Hotel Swaraj is 2 min walk to the gate — rooms from ₹699.
• Free general darshan is available all day. Paid passes reduce wait time during peak hours. Book at sai.org.in.
• Sai Prasadalay (2 min from our hotel) serves free meals to all devotees — lunch and dinner daily.
• Mobile phones, cameras, and electronics must be deposited before entering the temple queue. Lockers available near the entrance.
• Dress modestly. Shoes removed before entering. Carry socks if visiting in winter.
• Thursday is Sai Baba’s special day — expect significantly larger crowds.
• Major festivals (Guru Purnima, Ram Navami, Dussehra) attract massive crowds. Book accommodation in advance.
• From Shirdi you can visit Shani Shingnapur (70 km), Trimbakeshwar (125 km), and other Jyotirlingas as day trips.