Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu · Thanjavur travel guide
Venus temple

A Navagraha temple dedicated to Sukran (Venus), renowned for rituals promoting prosperity and marital harmony.
| Time to spend | About 1 h (30 min–1.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 6–8:30 AM — morning pooja, cooler; 5–7 PM — evening pooja |
| Avoid | 12–4:30 PM — temple closed; midday heat |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Apr–May |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Sun: 5:30 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Kids, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 on Google (5,389 reviews) |
Fridays (Venus day) draw the biggest crowds; Apr-May is hot.



Most visitors spend about 1 h; 30 min–1.5 h depending on pace.
6–8:30 AM, for morning pooja, cooler. The best months are Oct–Mar.
Entry is free.
Mon–Sun: 5:30 AM–12 PM, 4:30–8:30 PM.
Cover shoulders and knees; remove footwear
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