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Tirumala Darshan By Walk – Alipiri Mettu Timings, Routes, Trekking Guide

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There are two stone footpath routes leading to Tirumala for the pilgrims who would like to do Tirumala darshan by walk. They are Alipiri Mettu and Srivari Mettu. These routes are known as Sopana Marg. The pilgrims who trek Alipiri & Srivari Mettu routes to reach Tirumala come under the category of Divya Darshan.

Divya Darshan is a quick and free darshan facility along with free accommodation and food on the way. TTD has provided many facilities to the pilgrims visiting Lord Venkateswara by trekking those routes.

Tirumala Darshan by Walk Procedure

  • Walking Routes: Alipiri Mettu, Srivari Mettu
  • Required Time: 2-4 hours
  • Total Distance: 2.1 km (Srivari Mettu). 9 km (Alipiri Mettu)
  • Number of Steps: 3600 (Alipiri Mettu). 2400 (Srivari Mettu)
  • Route Timings: 24 hours (Alipiri Mettu). 6 AM to 6 PM (Srivari Mettu)
Tirumala Darshan by Walk

Route Comparison between Alipiri Mettu and Srivari Mettu

Tirumala Darshan By Walk Alipiri Mettu Route Srivari Mettu Route
Total Distance9 Km2.1 Km
Number of Steps3600 (approx)2400 (approx)
Time Taken3 – 4 Hours1.5 – 2 Hours
Opening & Closing Time 24 hours open6 AM to 6 PM, strictly closed at night
Starting Point/ EntranceGaruda Statue, Sheshachalam Hills Srinivasa Mangapuram, Shri Krishna Devaraya Sadan
Distance from Tirupati Bus Stand & Railway Station4 km to Alipiri Entrance 17 km to Srivari Entrance
Meaning of Route NameResting PlaceShoes of God
Tirumala Temple – Timings, Sevas & History

1) Alipiri Mettu Route

Alipiri Mettu Route Tirumala
A big Garuda Statute is present at Alipiri Entrance to Tirumala.

• Route Details – Distance & Timings

Alipiri Mettu Route is having a total distance journey of 9 km with no. of steps counting to 3600 (approx). People generally take 3 – 4 hours to reach Tirumala temple via this route. However, the time taken differs from one person to another.

TTD provides a free bus facility from Tirupati railway station and bus stand to Alipiri Mettu starting point. Alipiri Mettu is 4 km from the bus stand and railway station. From Alipiri Mettu Entrance, pilgrims can start the journey to the temple by walk.

Alipiri Mettu route is open for 24 hours. Pilgrims can start their journey anytime.

• Trekking Guide – Starting Point & Bio-Metric Token

Trekkers can find a big Garuda statue at the foot of Sheshachalam hills. This point is known as Alipiri Entrance or Alipiri Starting Point.

The initial steps of the journey will take more time since they are very steep. However, most of the path is covered with concrete roofs. TTD has facilitated this construction so that pilgrims can walk even during hot sunlight and heavy rains.

Gaali Gopuram – There is a Divya Darshan Bio-Metric Token facility available at Gaali Gopuram Entrance. The token facility is provided for free and it is open for 24 hours. After collecting the tokens, pilgrims need to report the temple within 24 hours.

From this point onwards, the walk would be smoother since the path is less steep and much flat. After walking from there, you will reach Sri Prasanna Anjaneya Swamy Statue. One can also find a deer park on the way.

Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy Temple – There is a Divya Darshan Token Checking Point available at this temple which is at step no. 2850. Here, Divya Darshan token needs to be stamped for verification. Without stamping, the token will be considered invalid.

Then pilgrims may proceed to Mokalla Parvatham and after 300-400 steep steps, pilgrims will reach Tirumala entrance.

2) Srivari Mettu Route

Srivari Mettu Route Tirumala
Srivari Mettu Route is an older pedestrian path but it takes less time to reach Tirumala Temple.

• Route Details – Distance & Timings

Srivari Mettu Route is a much older pedestrian path than Alipiri Mettu. It is having a total distance journey of 2.1 km with no. of steps counting to 2400 (approx). People generally take 1.5 hours to reach Tirumala temple via this route. However, the time taken differs from one person to another.

TTD provides a free bus facility from Tirupati railway station and bus stand to Srivari Mettu starting point. Srivari Mettu is 17 km from the bus stand and railway station. Alipiri Entrance will be on the way to Srivari Mettu. From Srivari Mettu Entrance, pilgrims can start the journey to the temple by walk.

Srivari Mettu route is opened only during day time. Pilgrims are allowed to trek this route from 6 am to 6 pm in the evening. The route remains strictly closed at night.

• Trekking Guide – Starting Point & Bio-Metric Token

Srinivasa Mangapuram, Shri Krishna Devaraya Sadan – This point is known as Srivari Entrance or Srivari Starting Point.

The initial steps of the journey will take more time. However, most of the path is covered with concrete roofs. TTD has facilitated this construction to protect pilgrims from hot sunlight and heavy rains.

After covering a distance of 1250 steps, there is a Divya Darshan Bio-Metric Token facility available. The token facility is provided for free. After collecting the tokens, pilgrims need to report the temple within the specified time.

The word Srivaari Mettu means the shoes of God. Hence, all devotees offer prayers to the deity by keeping their shoes on their heads. 

There is a Divya Darshan Token Checking Point available at step no. 2050. Here, Divya Darshan token needs to be stamped for verification. Without stamping, the token will be considered invalid.

From there, after 300-400 steps, pilgrims will reach the Tirumala entrance.

Useful Information & Facilities by TTD for Tirumala Darshan by Walk

  1. TTD runs free buses from Tirupati Railway Station and Bus Stand. Pilgrims intend to walk up the hills can use these buses.
  2. Parking is available for private vehicles at Srivari Mettu & Balaji Link Bus Stand at Alipiri. Vehicles can be collected the next day at your convenience.
  3. TTD provides free transportation of the luggage of pilgrims from the bottom to the top of the hill. Luggage counter is available at Srinivasa Mangapuram Temple, who does the luggage transportation to the hill shrine.
  4. Luggage can be collected later from the Luggage Room, opposite MBC-37 in Tirumala.
  5. On both routes, pilgrims will get the facility of clean drinking water, washrooms, shelters, lightings, medical assistance, and security guards to ensure safety.
  6. Free Accommodation & Free Meals are available for pilgrims at PACs (Pilgrims Amenities Complex).

About Sasidhar Darla

Sasidhar Darla is Myoksha Travel's Founder. He is passionate about traveling to temples and preparing travel guides to help other pilgrims.

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  2. G. Sudha says

    Sir,
    I am planning to visit Tirupathi on December 23 rd 2021 and walk to Tirumala through sreevari mettlu. Can i get darshan if i walk without any problem. How to plan my visit please suggest.. i cannot plan on other days because i am visiting with my NRI sister who also wants to climb steps and visit Lord Balaji

  4. A MALAICHAMY A says

    I want divya darshan on 3rd or 4th October 2021. Is it possible to darshan on that days

  6. Bhanu tejaswi Vanga says

    Is the walkway through allipiri is open from sept 1st 2021 for devotees to walk kindly please confirm

  7. Sarika Yoganantham says

    Can people from Bangalore visit to dharshan and walk through Alipiri mettu or srivari mettu… If yes from when and if any procedure…

  10. Mona says

    Can the special entry darshan booking be done after reaching Tirumala. Can you get us tickets please

  11. Raghu says

    From bengaluru to tirupathi padayathra on August month is any devotees going kindly give the information

  12. Kunapareddy Srinivasa Rao says

    Sir,
    At present available Divya Darshan, issued divya darshan tokens for piligrims or not

  15. Challa Venkata chandu says

    Is the walk way through srivari mettulu and alipiri open in this month of August 26 2021

  16. MANJUNATH says

    I AM PLANING TO VISIT TIRUMALA ON 14 AUG…..BY WALKING ALIPIRI METTU FOR DIVYA DARSHANA IS ALLOWED OR NOT IF NOT BOOKED ONLINE

  20. Ariminthi venkatarao says

    Please available footpath way iam planning with this month july please advise me

  21. Nani mummidi says

    Dear sir
    I am planning to visit Tirumala in the month of July 2021 by using walk way only. Can you please tell me the status of the (Alipiri and srivari) metlu and tell me the present timings of the steps way. And darshan tickets are available in counter or booking online.please tell me.

    Thankyou

  22. Chidanand Badiger says

    Respected Sir, I am planning visit tirumala in the month July 2021, wanted to take darshan by walk step, please give your advise, like any advance booking required or not, pathway is allowed or not, and for any guidelines to follow during pathway. Please help us to visit by walkway (Alipiri or Srivari)

  23. R.kalyanram says

    Respected sir,
    I R.kalyanram from kothagudem i want to visit Tirumala by walk.
    Please give me the suggestion, I how to go Dharshanam where i have to take ticket .
    Please give me information.
    Thank you.

  26. HARIPRIYA says

    Is it start darshan by walk in this covid period, NOW A DAYS ALSO,PLEASE ANSWER–PRIYA

  27. Adinarayan says

    Respected sir we are planning to come tiumala on saturday 10/5/21 and to darshan for through walkpath sir any suggestion from you

  28. Srihari says

    Sir /madam now a days we went to tirumala by walk to darsanam tickets are available… Where can I get the darsanam tickets at alipiri / srivari mettu

  30. Jagadish says

    I am coming tomorrow is divya darshan tickets available if available please help me to book

  31. pradeep says

    Sir
    What are Alipiri Steps Entrance timinings?I heard steps Entrance was closed in the evening. Is construction completed? I am coming on 24th March 2021. Please let me know if the steps Entrance Timing

  32. RAVEENA says

    I am planning to visit thirupathi with my family on 13th of May by footway. Is there any restrictions in footway nowadays because of corona? What should I need to take care during we walk through footway

  33. Gowtham says

    Sir, we are coming on 29th and 30th of this month we want to do Darshan by climbing foot steps….we want to book any tickets are directly can we climb the steps plzzz tell about this

  34. Suresh Babu M says

    Sir, As like luggage’s the slipper can be kept in hour luggage back or what to do to carry the slipper

  35. G.Anantharam says

    We are above 60. We wish to climb the hills next Thursday ie 18th. Please let us know which one Alivaru Mettu or Srivaru Mettu is convenient to climb.

  36. Sudhakar goud says

    Is there availability this time in alipiri way free darshan tickets
    Please tell me
    IAM booked train tickets on March 18 for darshan purpose

  37. K Ramesh says

    Hi Sir I am coming to the vist lord venkateswara by footpath Darshan token available time place send me sir

  38. Vishwanathan says

    Hi sir i am coming to visit lord venkatachalathapathy by footpath token available for online booking on febuary 2021 detail kindly send me the detail sir,

    Yelunkuda vada venkatachalapathy
    Govinda govinda.

  40. CH. ANIL KUMAR says

    Sir Alipiri nundi kalinadakaku divya dharshanam prastutam vunda token vevaralu mariyu timinags telupagalaru

  42. surya teja reddy says

    Hi,

    Thank you for the details provided above. I am planning for single day darshan. I wanted to know if any accommodation will be available in Tirumala for freshup like bathing and keeping bags safely.

  48. Sridhar M says

    Hi,
    I am planning to come tomorrow morning at tirumala via Allipiri Foot Path, I don’t have the special entry or any dharshan tickets am planning to get free dharshan tickets from gali temple alipiri foot path. Can I come for it

  49. Sridhar says

    Hi sir please inform the time of alipiri to tirumala by walking what was the time for darshan I will come on 9 January 2020 so please how much time I will stay in tirumala for darshan

  50. Hema says

    This is hema we travelling from Bangalore I have the doubt regarding the is there allowing to climb the steps to tirumala pls help out in this

  52. Sm Rao says

    Kindly let me know that, Upto 25 dec 2020 is this divya darshan available or not due to corona pandemic.

  53. Manoj says

    Hi sir I am coming to the visit lord Venkateswara by footpath Darshan token available for time and place send me

  55. M.Sekar. says

    I am booking online Rs.300 ticket on 11/10/20, so allow to alipiri mettu footpath? and please given footpath timings.

  56. annapurna says

    Hi i want to climb the stairs in tirupati through alpiri route and do the darshan. i want to know is there any accomadation provided in tirupati as i will reach tirupati by bus around 3 am and need to fresh up before climbing stairs .

  57. Ravoori says

    The video is very nice except in the end when it was a bit erratic. Thrilling to watch all the pilgrims climbing with total devotion.

  58. Raghu says

    I wanted come by footsteps from alipiri
    Mettu.
    Where can I do tonsure
    Can I get room to stay

  62. P. Jyothi w/o Damodar Reddy P says

    Please let me know that at present tokens will be given for all piligrims or a limited people?

  65. Srinath Iyengar says

    After reaching Tirumala by walk, will there be waiting time for the darshan. Usually how much time will it take to have darshan

  66. BODA RAVINDER says

    Hello sir,
    During pongle festival time 10/01/2020 to 20/01/2020 can ttd provide divya darshan tickets

  67. Balakrishna salunke says

    Dear Sir,

    We members of 16 nos and reaching TiruPati on 10.01.2020 night about 11PM and intend to come by walk to Tirumala. Please advice us about token and accomodation facility at Tirumala

    With regards

  68. Prathibha.G says

    Free accommodation will be available for members who walk through Srivari mettu and accommodation available in Tirumala or tiruati.

  69. Rekha says

    Hello, After taking Alipiri mettu and reaching Tirumala how long would it take for darshanam? Will the darshanam be in special entry? Which would be ideal place for stay for the people who take stairs, Tirupati or Tirumala?

    • Sasidhar Darla says

      No one can say how long it takes for darshan. It depends on the rush during that particular day. Ideally, you can stay in Tirupati. But if you can find an online booking in Tirumala then it will be convenient as well.

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