What you pay for
The two ticketed sites are the Shore Temple and the Pancha Rathas, both maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. A single combined ticket covers both on the same day. Indicative prices are around ₹40 for Indian nationals and about ₹600 for foreign visitors; confirm the current rate at the gate, as ASI revises fees periodically.
What is free
Many of the most striking monuments cost nothing to see, including Arjuna's Penance, Krishna's Butter Ball and several of the open cave temples and mandapas scattered around the hill.
Timings
The monuments are generally open from early morning to early evening, roughly 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. Early morning is cooler, quieter and best for photography; the Shore Temple is especially good in the first light off the sea.
Prices are indicative and set by the ASI; always confirm the current fare on arrival.