ISKCON Hawaii
What is ISKCON Hawaii?
ISKCON Hawaii is a spiritual sanctuary, a temple, a monastery and a place of contemplation and exploration for the spiritually inquisitive. It offers a retreat to a world of yoga, meditation, sacred music and dance, vegetarian food, festivals, courses, events and worship. All this is set inside a gorgeous Krishna Temple. This unique centre is open to the public free of charge, all year round.
If you're a new visitor
We recomment contacting one of the priests at the temple to guide you. They can provide you with history and information about our place.
For detailed information please contact someone at the temple.
If you're a regular visitor
We recommend visiting only during the following visiting hours for darshan.
Mon – Sun
10.00am – 1.00pm
4.00pm – 7.20pm
In 1969, His Divine A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder-acarya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness, begun distributing the matchless gifts of Krishna Consciousness throughout the Hawaiian Islands.
Wherever he traveled in the world, Srila Prabhupada devoted the early morning hours to translating and expounding India’s ancient Vedic literature. Between 1974 and 1976, His Divine Grace performed that sacred duty especially swiftly here in Honolulu, Hawaii, in his upstairs room which open to the public for viewing, reading Vedic literature, chanting, and meditation.
As King Yudhisthira said to the Sage Vidura: “My lord, devotees like your good self are verily holy places personified. Because you carry the Personality of Godhead within your heart, you turn all places into places of pilgrimage.”
We maintain a temple as a spiritual oasis in the heart of Honolulu, Hawaii. We have festivals where you can be uplifted through celebrations held according to timeless traditions. We also perform service (seva) for the upliftment of our neighborhood and society.
Did you know?
ISKCON Hawaii is a branch of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), with a heart for you and the world. Our doors are wide open to people from all backgrounds, regardless of where they are on their spiritual journey. We are focused on relevant, inspiring teaching, solid friendships, genuine worship, prayer, and compassionate care for all. All of our services are conducted in English unless noted. On our website you will find information on our Temple activities and events that will strengthen you and your family. Also provided are resources to help you grow in your faith and to discover more about Science of Bhakti Yoga.
So whether you’re a spiritual seeker who’s just starting to ask questions about God, or a committed Spiritual Practitioner who wants to grow even deeper, you can find a home here at ISKCON Hawaii.
Street Address
The Temple is located at 51 Coelho Way, Honolulu Hawaii.
Security and Policies
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted in any indoor space, including the bathrooms at Temple.
Drug Use Policy
Drug use not allowed on temple premises. We are proudly a DRUG FREE campus.
Shoes
To wear shoes/sandals/slippers outside the temple hall area is restricted. The reason being, the contamination of items. The temple hall is an important area where sanctity has to be maintained. Free shoe stand service is available near the restrooms located at the main entrance of temple.
Parking
Parking is available on the temple parking lot. Please contact the temple office if you need assistance.
Accessible Entrance
The accessible entrance to the Temple is located on the left side of the main entrance.
Darshan Timings
The temple is open to public from 4.30am through 8.30pm. Please see Temple timing section to check operation hours.