Temples in Chicago

The Umiya Mataji Temple is constructed in reverence to the goddess Umiya, known to be the universe's creator. Goddess Lakshmi, Goddess Kali, and Saraswati are said to be the incarnation of Goddess Umiya. It is built by the UMSCM (UMIYA MATAJI SANSTHA CHICAGO MIDWEST), an organization that works for the peace and prosperity of the Kadva Patidar community.

Open Hours: : Thursday, Saturday 9AM–12PM, 4–6PM
Friday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:30AM–12PM, 4–6PM

Distance from Chicago: : 35.2 miles from Chicago, 40 minutes drive

The Shree Radhe temple is a worship place for the Hindus that offers many services and events for its devotees. The devotees can attend the daily devotional prayers, reciting, and spiritual discourses followed by the Prasadam (Sacred Food). Hosted by the temple are also services like Jagran (songs and dance in honor of Hindu Goddess), Amratvani (heavenly words), etc. These may be conducted by the temple itself or sponsored by families.

Address: : 245 S Bloomingdale Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108

Distance from Chicago: : 28.7 miles from Chicago, 40 minutes drive

Located in a suburb of Chicago, Shree Swaminarayan Hindu Temple was the most expensive worship place built in the Midwest. It was opened in the year 1998 and has many Hindu and Non-Hindu believers. Devotees from other communities like Islam, Buddhism, and Christianity also actively participate in the activities of the temple.

Address: : 21W710 W Irving Park Rd, Itasca, IL 60143

Distance From Chicago: : 27.4 miles from Chicago,
30 minutes drive

Open Hours: : 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Noon (Monday – Friday)

Located in Glenview, Illinois, the Hanuman Mandir of Greater Chicago is the culmination of the long-cherished dream of the Indian residents and the devotees of Hanuman Ji living in Chicago. The idea that led to the construction of a worship place was to provide support for the fast aging people and satisfy their spiritual needs.

Address: : 3623 W Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60026

Distance From Chicago: : 23.6 miles from Chicago,
30 minutes’ drive

Open Hours: : Open all days,
9.00 AM to 8.30 PM

Built-in the tradition of the Sabarimala Sri Ayyappa swami temple in Kerela India, the Sri Ayyapa Swami temple was found by the devotees of Ayappa spread across Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, and Wisconsin. The devotes came together to create the Ayyapa Seva Sangam which further held hands with other entities to create the temple. In accordance with the services offered at Sabrimala temple in Kerela, this temple features some key events like the start and end of Madalam season, Ayyapa puja, and Makar Sankranti celebration.

Address: : Suite 102, 13250, Illinois Rte 59, Plainfield, IL 60585

Open hours: : Hours:Thursday Closed
Friday-5:30–7:30AM, 6–8PM
Saturday-5:30AM–1PM, 5–8PM
Sunday-6:30AM–1PM, 5–8PM
Monday-Closed
Tuesday-Closed

Distance from Chicago: : 38.4 miles from Chicago,
40 minutes drive

The Bahá'í House of Worship is the oldest and the second temple constructed for the Baha I faith. Baha I faith denotes the importance of all religions and incorporates unity. Designed by the French-Canadian architect Loius Bourgeois this house of worship is exclusively reserved for worship. It prohibits sermons and promotes the chanting or reading of the scriptural texts. The temple is not intended as a local meeting place but serves as a devotional space for people of any faith.

Address : 100 Linden Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091

Distance from Chicago : 22.1 miles from Chicago,
A 30 minutes drive

Founded in 2018 by Ram Chakroborty, the CKB or Chicago Kālī Bari is a Hindu temple built to revere the goddess Kali. It is a safe space to worship and meditate for all those who wish to develop their spiritual selves. The temple organizes various religious, cultural events and also celebrates the Hindu Festivals all year long. The daily and weekly schedule is available on their website and includes Goddess Kali Pooja, devotional prayers, Lord Ganesha Pooja, Hanuman Chalisa, and much more.

Address: : 2S511 IL-53, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Open Hours: : Open all days, 9.00 AM to 9.00 PM

Distance from Chicago: : 24.5 miles from Chicago, 30 minutes drive

Dedicated to Shri Venkateshwara Swami, the Sri Venkateswara Swami temple, also called the Balaji temple, is an architectural blend of ancient Shilpa Shastra and modern technology. The temple has a provision for circumambulation around the presiding deity and all major shrines inside the temple. With a spread across 20 acres of land, the temple has several facilities, including an auditorium, dining hall, a library, and a gazebo. The religious life of the temple, festivities, and worship mode is mirrored with Tirupati (India).

Address : Sri Venkateswara Swami (Balaji) Temple

Open Hours : Open all days,
9.00 AM to 9.00 PM

Distance from Chicago : 40.5 miles from Chicago, a 42 minutes drive.

Found by Gurudev Jeevanpran Shree Muktajeevan Swamibapa the Shree Swaminarayanan Gadi temple is a hindu temple which is just a minutes away from Chicago. The temple is run under the auspice of a not-for profit organization called the Shree Swaminarayan Sidhant Sajivan Mandal and is an abode of Lord Shree Swaminarayan.

Address: : 1020 Bapa Rd, Streamwood, IL 60107

Open hours: : Open all days,
6:30AM–12PM, 4–9PM

Distance from Chicago: : 33.2 miles from Chicago, 40 minutes drive

The Shivalya Hindu Temple in Chicago is a contribution of the community members of the Shivalaya Hindu Cultural Center community members that aimed to provide a place for those who encourage religious, spiritual, and cultural gatherings for the residents of Chicago. The temple welcomes all Hindus and Non-Hindus who seek to broaden their knowledge and understanding of the Hindu Arts, philosophy, knowledge, and culture.

Address: : 318 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654

Open Hours: : 2.00 PM to 7.00 PM

Distance From Chicago: : 2 miles, a 5 minute drive

Swaminarayan temple is a beautifully constructed building. The interiors consist of Italian Carrara marble, and the exteriors of the temple consist of Turkish limestone. It is a host to several deities including Lord Ram, Lord Ganesha, Hanuman, Shiv Parvati, etc. Not just a worship place, the temple is also an inspiring place to learn the values and traditions associated with Hinduism. The temple conducts several cultural and philanthropic activities for all age groups to encourage devotes to volunteer. Hindu festivals like Diwali, Ram Navmi, Janmashtmi, Holi, Shivratri are celebrated every year in the temple.

Address : 4N739 Illinois Rte 59, Bartlett, IL 60103

Open Hours : Open all days,
9.00 AM to 7.00 PM

Distance from Chicago : 35 miles from Chicago, 50 minutes drive

The Manav Seva Mandir in Chicago is a Hindu temple that strives to be the focal point for Hindu worship. Passing the Vedic heritage wisdom between generations also acts as a community hub where the young and the old come together and interact with the community members. It is an educational hub of the Hindu philosophy and a place to celebrate all the signature Hindu festivals following Hindu rituals and traditions. They also several Puja services, including the Aarti, Grah Puja, Car Puja, etc., which can be booked on their website.

Address: : 101 S Church Rd, Bensenville, IL 60106

Distance from Chicago: : 22.6 miles from Chicago, 30 minutes drive

Established in 1977, the Hindu Temple Of Greater Chicago is a complex that includes two separate temples, The Rama Temple and the Ganesha-Shiva-Durga temple. The Rama temple has the deities of Lord Rama, Sita and Lakshman, Hanuman Lord Balaji, Mahalakshmi, and Radha Krishna.

Address: : 10915 Lemont Rd, Lemont, IL 60439

Open Hours: : 9.00 AM to 7.30 PM

Distance From Chicago: : 28.2 miles from Chicago

Built by John Wellborn Root, the Ling Shen Ching Temple is a triangular yet simple building in Bridgeport. The building initially started as a Presbyterian Church but went on to become a Buddha temple in 1992. With over 1000 disciples, the temple focuses on the teachings and lessons of Taoism. There are a variety of prayer chambers inside the temple. Each prayer chamber has multiple Vajrayana Buddha sculptures and symbolizes something like wisdom or health. The temple truly believes in the strength of chanting mantras to attain the ultimate enlightenment.

Address: : 1035 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60608

Distance from Chicago: : 4 miles from Chicago,
12 minutes’ drive from Chicago

Located in the Rogers Park Neighbourhood of Chicago, ISKCON was established by Srila Prabhupada, and it is one of the most prominent temples of the 5000-year-old Hari Krishna Movement. Incorporated in Illinois in 1974, the temple is a spiritual oasis that regularly offers many spiritual and educational programs.

Address: : 11726 S Artesian Ave, Chicago, IL 60655

Open Hours: : Monday through Saturday
4:30 AM-1:00 PM
4:00 AM-8:00 PM
Sunday- 4:30am-8:00pm

Distance from Chicago: : 16.6 miles from Chicago, 30 minutes drive

The Devon Gurudwara Sahib is managed by the Sikh Resource Society (SRS), a not-for-profit organization of Chicago. The organization aims to provide resources related to Sikhism for all those who want to learn more about the respective community. Devotees visit the Gurudwara sahib to pray and listen to the Sikh hymns. Their weekly programs include Kirtan, Ardas, and Langar (Food of God), the details available on their website.

Address: : 2341 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659

Open Hours: : Open all days, 5.00 AM to 11.00 PM

Distance from Chicago: : 11.2 miles from Chicago, 25 minutes drive

The Omkar Temple in Chicago is a host to multiple deities that include Raja Ganapathi, Murugan, Parvathi, Padmavathi, Sri Ram Parivar, Hanuman, Nava Grahas, Sri Krishna, Radha, with Panchamukha Shiva Lingam and Sri Venkateshwara as the main deity. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is a place that conducts various religious, cultural, philosophical, educational activities that pursue Hindu Culture and tradition.

Address: : Chicago, IL 60604

Open Hours: : Monday-Friday: 11AM - 8PM.
Saturday-Sunday:9AM - 7PM.

The Shree Ganesh Temple was the first-ever Ganesh Temple built in Chicago. The temple is an abode to a large statue of Lord Ganesha, which was imported from India. Built by a Devon Avenue businessman in 2016, it serves as a place for Hindus to practice their faith all year round. Every year the temple celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi, Navratri, and other holiday events. It also conducts regular worship services to engage the worshippers to connect with religious practices.

Address: : 2545 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659

Open Hours: : Open all days, 11.00 AM to 9.00 PM

Distance from Chicago: : 11.4 miles from Chicago, 30 minutes drive