What practices can non Jains follow when they visit Jain places of worship? Also, what are the etiquette items they need to be aware of when visiting Jain households?

Here are simple, respectful guidelines for non-Jains visiting Jain places of worship and Jain households.

Visiting Jain temples or bhavans (temples, prayer halls)

• Dress and cleanliness: wear modest clothing; keep yourself clean. Remove footwear before entering and avoid carrying leather items inside. ( jainknowledge.com)
• Silence and conduct: speak softly or remain quiet; avoid loud talking or phone use inside sacred spaces. Do not disturb ongoing prayers or rituals. ( jainknowledge.com)
• Food and conduct: generally do not bring or consume food inside the temple. Do not enter after having non-vegetarian items or alcohol; follow local temple rules about meals or offerings. Offerings, if given, should be clean and vegetarian (e.g., dry fruits, flowers, rice). ( jainknowledge.com)
• Touch and darshan: do not touch idols or ritual objects unless explicitly invited or instructed. Walk respectfully, usually around the sanctum in a clockwise direction (pradakshina) if the temple observes this. ( jainknowledge.com)
• Respect for monks/nuns: show quiet respect; stand or bow with joined hands when they pass or speak. Avoid interrupting during discourses. ( jainknowledge.com)
• Photography and electronics: ask permission before taking photos or videos; many areas may prohibit it. ( jainknowledge.com)
• Sectarian differences: temples may follow Digambar or Shwetambar practices; observe local rules and follow staff guidance if unsure. ( jainknowledge.com)

Etiquette when visiting Jain households

• Ground rules: treat the home with cleanliness and respect; observe any house-specific rules shared by the host. Dress modestly and keep noise to a minimum. (The same general modesty and respect observed in temples apply at homes as a courtesy to Jain hosts.) ( jainknowledge.com)
• Food and offerings: if a Jain host invites you to partake, follow their guidance about foods and timing; many Jains prefer vegetarian, simple meals in keeping with ahimsa. If unsure, simply accept a basic, vegetarian offering or politely decline with thanks. ( jainknowledge.com)
• Interaction with the spiritual space: if there is a prayer area or altar, speak softly, avoid sudden movements, and follow the host’s cues about when to look, sit, or participate. ( jainknowledge.com)

If you’d like, I can point you to city- or temple-specific etiquette notes from Jain households or temples. You can read more here and here