Things to do in Sagara, Karnataka
Sāgara is a city located in the Indian state of Karnataka. It is also a sub divisional and a taluk headquarters.
5 places to visit in and around Sagara, best known first. Tap a place for directions, or let Turkart turn them into a day-by-day plan.
- 1Marikamba Temple, Sagara
The Marikamba Temple is located in Sagara in the Shimoga district in the Indian state of Karnataka. It features the image of the goddess Marikamba Devi.
Wikipedia - 2Honnemaradu
Honnemaradu is a village situated on the back waters of River Sharavathi in India. Honnemardu derived its name from the Honne tree.
Wikipedia - 3Aghoreshwara Temple
Temple built by Keladi dynasty, 6 km from Sagara.
- 4Chowdeshwari Temple
From Shimooga; the nearest District headquarters, you can reach Sagara by train then lot of government buses are available. Buses and other vehicles need to pass the lounge in Sharavathi Dam Back Water.
- 5Keladi Museum and Historical Research Bureau
Best time to visit Sagara
Best weather: Nov–May.
- Jan22°CPleasant, Best months
- Feb24°CPleasant, Best months
- Mar27°CPleasant, Best months
- Apr28°CPleasant, Best months
- May27°CPleasant, Best months
- Jun25°CRainy
- Jul24°CRainy
- Aug24°CRainy
- Sep24°CRainy
- Oct24°CRainy
- Nov23°CPleasant, Best months
- Dec22°CPleasant, Best months
PleasantRainyBest months
Every month: temperature and rain
| Month | Average | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | Pleasant | 22°C | 0 mm |
| Feb | Pleasant | 24°C | 3 mm |
| Mar | Pleasant | 27°C | 16 mm |
| Apr | Pleasant | 28°C | 33 mm |
| May | Pleasant | 27°C | 121 mm |
| Jun | Rainy | 25°C | 633 mm |
| Jul | Rainy | 24°C | 760 mm |
| Aug | Rainy | 24°C | 614 mm |
| Sep | Rainy | 24°C | 324 mm |
| Oct | Rainy | 24°C | 195 mm |
| Nov | Pleasant | 23°C | 54 mm |
| Dec | Pleasant | 22°C | 6 mm |
Long-term monthly averages for the area, from NASA POWER. Festivals and crowds are not counted; check before you book.
How to reach Sagara
- Nearest railway station: Sagar Jambagaru (SRF), 1 km away.
- Nearest airport: Hubballi Airport (HBX), 133 km away.
Straight-line distances; the road is longer. Check trains and flights before you travel.
What a 2-day trip to Sagara costs
- Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person
- Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person
- Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person
A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Sagara is not included.
Compare Sagara with nearby towns
| Town | Distance | Best weather | Places to see |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sagara | – | Nov–May | 5 |
| Soraba | 25 km | May, Oct–Mar | 5 |
| Jog Falls | 25 km | Nov–May | 8 |
| Idagunji | 41 km | Nov–Mar | 5 |
| Sirsi | 55 km | May, Oct–Mar | 6 |
Distances in a straight line from Sagara; trip costs are rough estimates (not live prices). Tap a town for its own page.
Questions travellers ask
What are the best places to visit in Sagara?
The best known are Marikamba Temple, Sagara, Honnemaradu, Aghoreshwara Temple, Chowdeshwari Temple, Keladi Museum and Historical Research Bureau.
When is the best time to visit Sagara?
Best weather: Nov–May.
How do I reach Sagara?
Nearest railway station: Sagar Jambagaru (SRF), 1 km away. Nearest airport: Hubballi Airport (HBX), 133 km away.
How much does a 2-day trip to Sagara cost?
Budget: about ₹1,700–₹3,400 per person; Mid-range: about ₹4,200–₹8,400 per person; Comfort: about ₹9,600–₹18,100 per person. A rough estimate for 2 adults sharing a room: stay, food, local travel and entry tickets, from typical price ranges (not live prices). Getting to Sagara is not included.
Sources: places from Wikipedia, Wikidata, Wikivoyage and OpenStreetMap; weather from NASA POWER; stations and airports from Wikidata. Last checked Nov 2026.