Hindu Temples in New York City – Complete Borough-Wise Directory

Introduction

New York City is home to Hindu temples, mandirs, spiritual centres and devotional communities representing traditions from different parts of India. From the famous Ganesh Temple in Flushing, Queens, to the Radha Govinda Temple in Brooklyn and the smaller Ganesha shrine in Manhattan, devotees can find places for daily worship, festivals, pujas, bhajans, meditation and community activities.

Queens is an especially important destination for Hindu worship in NYC, with several temples concentrated around Flushing, Elmhurst, Woodside and nearby neighbourhoods. Manhattan has smaller devotional and Vedanta centres, while Brooklyn is home to an established ISKCON temple.

This guide focuses on places within New York City's five boroughs. Temple schedules and access arrangements can change, so visitors should check the temple's own website or call before travelling. For this season's festival dates at the major temples, see our NYC temples Nov–Dec 2026 festival guide, and for detailed profiles, our New York temple directory: Ganesh Temple, Flushing, Hindu Center, Flushing and ISKCON NYC, Brooklyn.

Hindu temples in Queens, New York

Queens has one of the most visible concentrations of Hindu temples in New York City. Flushing is a particularly useful starting point for visitors looking for traditional Hindu worship.

1. Sri Maha Vallabha Ganapati Devasthanam (Ganesh Temple)

Address: 45-57 Bowne Street, Flushing, NY 11355.

Phone: +1 718-460-8484 ext. 112.

Official website: nyganeshtemple.org

Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, this is one of the best-known Hindu temples in New York City. The temple publishes weekday hours of 8:00 AM–8:30 PM and weekend hours of 7:30 AM–8:30 PM. It also has community and cultural facilities.

2. BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, New York

Address: 43-38 Bowne Street, Flushing, NY 11355.

Phone: +1 718-539-5373.

Official website: BAPS New York

A mandir belonging to the Swaminarayan tradition. Its official page publishes campus timings, arti information and festival announcements.

3. Hindu Center, Flushing

Address: 45-52 Kissena Boulevard, Flushing, NY 11355.

Phone: +1 718-358-6726.

Website: Hindu Center

A Hindu religious and community institution that supports worship, cultural activities and religious services. Its published schedule lists morning and evening timings on weekdays and extended weekend hours.

4. Shree Divya Dham

Address: 34-63 56th Street, Woodside, NY 11377.

Phone: +1 718-457-1008.

A Hindu worship and community centre serving devotees in Queens. Confirm the current worship schedule and event arrangements before visiting.

5. Geeta Temple Ashram

Address: 92-09 Corona Avenue, Elmhurst, NY 11373.

Phone: +1 718-592-2925.

A neighbourhood Hindu temple and ashram associated with devotional worship, chanting and community celebrations.

6. Satya Narayan Mandir

Address: 75-15 Woodside Avenue, Queens, NY 11373.

Phone: +1 718-899-8863.

A community mandir described in local listings as following a Sindhi GurMandir tradition. Visitors should check the temple's current programme before attending.

7. Bangladesh Hindu Mandir

Address: 94-39 44th Avenue, Elmhurst, NY 11373.

Phone: +1 718-446-6727.

A community Hindu mandir serving devotees with Bangladeshi Hindu heritage. It is particularly associated with community worship and Durga Puja celebrations.

8. Shri Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, Flushing

Address: 46-16 Robinson Street, Flushing, NY 11355.

Phone: +1 718-321-9243.

A temple dedicated to Shirdi Sai Baba. Confirm the current opening and worship arrangements by phone.

9. Hanuman Mandir of New York

Address: 79-15 254th Street, Glen Oaks, NY 11004.

A Hanuman-focused temple and community centre. The listed principal deity is Shri Panchmukhi Sankat Mochan Hanuman. Call ahead to confirm programmes and access.

Hindu temples and spiritual centres in Manhattan

Manhattan has a different kind of Hindu spiritual landscape. Alongside smaller deity-focused temples, it has centres devoted to bhakti, Vedanta, meditation and Hindu philosophy.

1. Broome Street Ganesha Temple

Address: 430 Broome Street, second floor, New York, NY 10013.

Official website: broomestreetganesh.org

Dedicated to Sri Abhayankara Maha Ganapati. The temple publishes weekly darshan hours and special Tuesday Hanuman Chalisa and Friday Ganapati abhisheka and arati programmes.

2. The Bhakti Center – Radha Krishna Temple

Address: 25 First Avenue, New York, NY 10003.

Phone: +1 212-533-4842.

Official website: Bhakti Center Temple

A Radha-Krishna devotional centre offering kirtan, spiritual programmes, courses and community activities.

3. Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Center of New York

Address: 17 East 94th Street, New York, NY 10128.

Phone: +1 212-534-9445.

Official website: ramakrishna.org

Founded in 1933, this centre belongs to the Ramakrishna Order and teaches Vedanta through worship, lectures, classes and spiritual guidance.

4. Vedanta Society of New York

Address: 34 West 71st Street, New York, NY 10023.

Phone: +1 212-877-9197.

Website: vedantany.org

A spiritual centre in the Ramakrishna-Vedanta tradition, with worship, meditation and Vedanta study. Check the official programme for public service times.

5. ISKCON Matchless Gifts

Address: 26 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10003.

This historic Hare Krishna location is associated with the early development of ISKCON in New York. It is a smaller devotional and heritage site rather than a large temple complex. Confirm current public access before visiting.

Hindu temples in Brooklyn, New York

ISKCON New York City – Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple

Address: 305 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217.

Phone: +1 718-855-6714.

Official website: iskconnyc.com

This Hare Krishna temple is an important devotional centre in Brooklyn. Its official website publishes daily darshan and arati schedules, Bhagavatam classes, kirtan, Sunday programmes and community activities.

Hindu temples in Staten Island

Sree Ram Mandir, Staten Island

Address: 1318 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10301.

Phone: +1 718-727-5151.

Website: Sree Ram Mandir contact page

A Hindu temple serving the Staten Island community. Its website lists worship timings and contact information, but the online information is older; call to confirm that the address, schedule and public access remain current.

Hindu temples in the Bronx

HinduTone has not yet confirmed a currently operating Hindu temple in the Bronx with an up-to-date official address, so none is listed here. Older community references mention Hindu worship communities in the borough.

For Bronx residents, the Queens temples above may be useful alternatives, depending on travel distance. If you know of an active Bronx temple, please contact HinduTone with its name, address and official contact details.

Major Hindu festivals celebrated in New York City temples

Hindu temples across NYC organise festivals according to the Hindu lunar calendar, local community traditions and individual temple schedules. Planning ahead? See Karthika Masam 2026 in the USA and Diwali 2027 in the USA (Lakshmi Puja on Thursday 28 October 2027 in New York).

Diwali and Lakshmi Puja

Temples organise Lakshmi-Ganesha puja, special aarti, devotional music, cultural programmes and community gatherings.

Durga Puja and Navaratri

Devotees participate in Devi worship, Durga Puja, bhajans, cultural events, and, at some community centres, Garba and Dandiya.

Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesha temples and Hindu associations organise special abhishekams, archana, modak offerings and devotional celebrations.

Krishna Janmashtami

Krishna temples and ISKCON communities celebrate with bhajans, kirtan, Bhagavad Gita readings, devotional offerings and midnight worship where scheduled.

Hanuman Jayanti

Hanuman devotees may participate in Hanuman Chalisa recitation, special pujas and devotional programmes.

Maha Shivaratri

Shiva devotees observe fasting, abhishekam, mantra chanting and night-long worship at participating temples.

Tips for visiting Hindu temples in New York City

• Check darshan timings: Some temples close during the afternoon or have separate weekday and weekend schedules.
• Confirm festival arrangements: Major celebrations may require registration, timed entry or advance coordination.
• Dress respectfully: Follow each temple's dress code and instructions.
• Follow photography rules: Photography may be restricted inside sanctums.
• Check public transport: Flushing, Elmhurst, Woodside and Manhattan have different subway and bus connections.
• Ask about puja services: Contact the temple directly for archana, abhishekam, homam, wedding ceremonies or priest services.
• Check food facilities: Some temples have vegetarian canteens or community meals, but availability and timings vary.

Frequently asked questions

1. Which is the most famous Hindu temple in New York City?

Sri Maha Vallabha Ganapati Devasthanam, popularly known as Ganesh Temple, in Flushing, Queens, is among the city's best-known Hindu temples.

2. Where is Ganesh Temple in New York?

It is located at 45-57 Bowne Street, Flushing, NY 11355. Its official website is nyganeshtemple.org.

3. Are there Hindu temples in Manhattan?

Yes. Examples include Broome Street Ganesha Temple, The Bhakti Center's Radha Krishna Temple, the Ramakrishna-Vivekananda Center and the Vedanta Society of New York.

4. Is there an ISKCON temple in New York City?

Yes. ISKCON New York City's Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple is located at 305 Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217.

5. Are there Hindu temples in Queens?

Yes. Queens has several Hindu places of worship, particularly in Flushing, Elmhurst and Woodside. These include Ganesh Temple, BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Hindu Center, Geeta Temple Ashram and other community mandirs.

6. Is there a Hindu temple in Staten Island?

Sree Ram Mandir lists its address as 1318 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10301. Contact the temple to confirm current details before travelling.

7. Can visitors from India attend Hindu temples in NYC?

Generally, visitors are welcome at many temples, subject to each institution's visitor policies, worship schedule, dress code and event arrangements.

8. Do New York Hindu temples celebrate Diwali and Navaratri?

Many Hindu temples and cultural organisations organise Diwali, Navaratri, Durga Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Janmashtami and other festivals. Dates and programmes vary by temple.

9. Are there South Indian Hindu temples in New York City?

Ganesh Temple in Flushing is a prominent South Indian-style Hindu temple. Devotees can also explore other temples and worship communities representing different regional traditions.

10. How can I find a Hindu temple near my home in New York City?

Search by neighbourhood or ZIP code, check the temple's official website, verify its address and call to confirm darshan timings before visiting. Travelling further? See our Hindu temples in Texas directory.

Last updated: 10 November 2026.