Rajgir Hotspring (Saptdhara Kund)
Rajgir, Bihar · Rajgir travel guide
Thermal baths
Sacred to Hindus and Buddhists, these hot springs are known for their healing properties.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 6–9 AM — cooler, fewer crowds at the hot water kunds |
| Avoid | 11 AM–3 PM — hot and crowded |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Apr–Jun |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 4:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy — Short flight of steps to the kunds |
| Good for | Families, Elderly, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.3 / 5 on Google (1,808 reviews) |
Hot spring baths feel best in winter; Rajgir is very hot in summer and Malmas Mela crowds are heavy.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at Rajgir Hotspring (Saptdhara Kund)?
Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit Rajgir Hotspring (Saptdhara Kund)?
6–9 AM, for cooler, fewer crowds at the hot water kunds. The best months are Oct–Mar.
What is the entry fee for Rajgir Hotspring (Saptdhara Kund)?
Entry is free.
What are the timings of Rajgir Hotspring (Saptdhara Kund)?
Mon–Sun: 4:30 AM–5:30 PM.
Is there a dress code at Rajgir Hotspring (Saptdhara Kund)?
Separate bathing areas for men and women; bathe in modest clothing
More things to do in Rajgir
- Mahabodhi Temple
- Gurudwara
- Takhat Shri Harimandir Ji Patna Sahib
- Bodhgaya Bodhi Tree
- Ruins of Nalanda Mahavihara
- Bihar Museum
- Golghar
- Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park