The Great Buddha Statue
Gaya, Bihar · Gaya travel guide
Stone statue
An iconic 80-feet-tall statue of Buddha in meditation pose, surrounded by smaller disciples.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 6–9 AM — cool, peaceful light on the statue; 4–5:30 PM — gentle evening light |
| Avoid | 11:30 AM–3 PM — hot and temple area closes midday |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Apr–Jun |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 1:30–6:30 AM, 8:30 AM–12 PM |
| Setting | Outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups, Wheelchair |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 on Google (10,597 reviews) |
Cool Oct to Mar, with Buddhist pilgrims peaking Nov to Feb; summers are very hot.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at The Great Buddha Statue?
Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit The Great Buddha Statue?
6–9 AM, for cool, peaceful light on the statue. The best months are Oct–Mar.
What is the entry fee for The Great Buddha Statue?
Entry is free.
What are the timings of The Great Buddha Statue?
Mon–Sun: 1:30–6:30 AM, 8:30 AM–12 PM.
Is there a dress code at The Great Buddha Statue?
Modest dress; remove footwear near the shrine
More things to do in Gaya
- Mahabodhi Temple
- Gurudwara
- Takhat Shri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib
- Bodhgaya Bodhi Tree
- Ruins of Nalanda Mahavihara
- Surya Mandir Deo
- Bihar Museum
- Golghar