2 days is more than enough to explore Hampi Things to do in Hampi: Visit Beautiful Temples in Hampi which includes Virupaksha Temple, Hemakuta Hill Temples, Ugra Narshima Temple, Shivlinga, Sasivekalu Ganesh Temple, Achyutaraya Temple, Hazara Rama Temple, Under Ground Temple, Monolith Bull. This should be first in your list in Things to do in Hampi as Hampi is Famous for this Group of Monuments. Feed Laxmi the Elephant at Virupaksha Temple you will find Laxmi at Virupaksha Temple Complex you can go and Feed the Elephant and take Blessings. Visit Vithala Temple Complex the Symbolic Significance of Hampi and also UNESCO Heritage site. Hampi is known for the Stone Chariot Architecture which is also now in Indian Currency of 50Rs. So this should also be on your list of Things to do in Hampi. The whole Temple Complex has a historical significance which has Old bazaars, Ruins of Palaces and Temples. Visit Historical Monuments which includes Elephant Stables, Queen’s Bath, Octagonal Bath and Stepped Tank Spend an Evening in Matanga Hills watching Sunset with some jamming sessions. If you want to spend calm Evening and enjoy the scenic Beauty of Hampi visit Malyavanta Hill which is similar to Matanga Hills but not too crowded (Also visit Malyavanta Raghunatha Swamy Temple at the top of Hill) Take a Coracle Ride in Tungabhadra River. You can take a ride and go to another side of the River to Anegondi Village which is more famous for Cafe’s and Beautiful landscapes (Hippie side of the Hampi) Trek at Anjaneya Hills. It’s an easy Trek which has 575 steps to reach the Top. At the top of the Hill, there is a Hanuman Temple also known as Monkey Temple which is believed to be the Birthplace of Hanuman. You will get Scooty/Bike on Rent after crossing Tungabhadra River so take Ride across Pampa Sarovar to enjoy the scenic beauty and see amazing Landscapes (Enjoy tea and light breakfast at Small Food Joint near Pampa Sarovar) Have Dinner at Mango Tree Restaurant. The most talked place in Hampi after Ruins and Temples. One of the old Restaurants in Hampi which is now run by the third generation. If you are a Foodie so this place is highly recommended and it should be on your list for Things to do in Hampi. There are lots of Good cafes around Hampi Bazar you can enjoy your coffee after a tired day of Traveling ( Visit Chillout cafe recommended by Travellers ) Do Shopping at Hampi Bazaar adjacent to Virupaksha Temple. You can buy Trendy clothes, Hampi Printed T-shirts, Monuments, Handicrafts, and Paintings. Good Luck!!
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As a budget traveler, I prefer a hostel or budget-friendly stay like Backpacker Hostel you can book through Booking.com but if you are travelling with your family then OYO is perfect and cheap for best stay. Good Luck