India

Bengaluru

India's garden city, where tech towers meet old bazaars and dosa stalls.

Local time: UTC+5:30
Population: 13.0M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Affordable

Food$$$$$About $14 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $34 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $2.1 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇮🇳 INR =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

BLRKempegowda International AirportMain airport, about 28-40 km north of the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Airport bus (KSRTC Vayu Vajra)Majestic and city centre	₹250-350	60-90 min
Cheapest option; runs often, but slow in traffic.
Metro (Purple Line extension)City centre	₹60-90	50-70 min
Check current airport link status locally.
TaxiCity centre	₹800-1,200	45-75 min
Use the prepaid counter or app; agree the fare first.
Uber / OlaCity centre	₹700-1,100	45-75 min
Pick-up zones are marked outside the terminals.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Bengaluru

Getting around

Use Namma Metro for long hops and ride apps or autos for short trips.

Metro ★Namma Metro has Green, Purple and Yellow lines; fares ₹10–90, smart card ₹50. Use it to dodge traffic.
BusBMTC buses cover the city but are slow and crowded at peak times.
Taxi / ride apps ★Uber, Ola and Rapido work well; auto-rickshaws are cheaper for short hops.
Rental carDriving yourself is stressful; hire a car with a driver instead.
WalkingWalking is fine in small pockets, but pavements are patchy and traffic heavy.

Recommended stay★ 1 night (2 days)

One night suits you, as Lalbagh, Tipu Sultan's Palace and the Vidhana Soudha fit one focused day.

Best for

FoodDosas, filter coffee, biryani and craft beer.
CulturePalaces, temples, markets and live music.
NatureLalbagh, Cubbon Park and a day at Nandi Hills.

Weather by month

27°16°Jan🌧 2d

30°16°Feb🌧 1d

33°19°Mar🌧 3d

34°21°Apr🌧 5d

32°21°May🌧 16d

28°20°Jun🌧 21d

27°20°Jul🌧 24d

27°20°Aug🌧 21d

27°19°Sep🌧 21d

27°19°Oct🌧 16d

27°18°Nov🌧 12d

26°17°Dec🌧 6d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Tropical highland city: mild all year, with a long monsoon from June to October.

Best time: November to FebruaryDry, mild days around 26–30°C and cool nights. Ideal for parks, markets and walking.
Hot before the rains (March to April)Highs reach 33–34°C. Sightsee in the morning and stay shaded at midday.
Long monsoon (June to October)Rain on 16–24 days a month. Expect short heavy showers; carry an umbrella and plan indoor backups.
May is the changeoverAbout 16 rain days as pre-monsoon showers arrive. Weather can flip within an hour.
Cool nights all yearLows stay around 16–21°C. A light layer helps in the evening and in air-conditioned places.
What to packLight clothes, a rain jacket or umbrella in monsoon months, comfortable shoes for patchy pavements, and sunscreen.

Landmarks 6

Must-see · 6

1
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Bengaluru's most beloved green space, home to a famous glasshouse and centuries-old trees. Go early morning for cool air and fewer crowds; the garden is closed on some public holidays, so check ahead.
2
Bangalore Palace
A Tudor-style royal residence with carved wood interiors and a trove of royal memorabilia. It sits in the north of the city; a taxi or auto is the easiest way to reach it, and an entry ticket is required.
3
Cubbon Park
A vast central park of shaded avenues right in the heart of the city, ideal for a morning walk. It is free to enter and easily reached by metro; weekends are liveliest.
4
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
A large hilltop temple complex that is one of the city's most visited religious sites. Dress modestly, expect security checks, and visit in the evening when the temple is lit up.
5
Vidhana Soudha
The imposing seat of the state legislature, a landmark of neo-Dravidian architecture. It is best viewed from outside; the illuminated facade after dark is the highlight, and photography inside is not allowed.
6
Wonderla (Bangalore)
A big amusement and water park on the city's outskirts, popular with families. Plan a full day, book tickets online in advance, and arrange transport since it is well outside the centre.

Cultural

Palace 2

Park 1

Hindu 1

Garden 1

Activities

Amusement Park 1

Day trips from Bengaluru

Mysuru · 2 h 45 by bus

★★★★★ · Full day · 143 km from Bengaluru

Best way: The bus is the fastest listed option at 2h 45m, versus 3h by train, and it avoids the last-mile trip from the station to the palace.

Take an express train from Bengaluru City Junction to Mysuru Junction, about 2.5 to 3 hours, then an auto or taxi to the palace; buses also run but take longer.

Train3 h 00 · from $1-$13
Bus ★2 h 45 · from $1-$35
Car1 h 58 · taxi ≈ 3,680 INR

What to see

Mysore Palace
Chamundi Hill and Chamundeshwari Temple
Devaraja Market
Brindavan Gardens (evening light show)

2 landmark quests to check off here

Good to know

Mysore Palace is the main draw; the palace is illuminated on Sunday evenings and on some public holidays.
Cooler months, roughly October to March, are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Frequency per day is not confirmed here, so check timetables before you set off.

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Bengaluru rewards visitors with leafy streets, grand palaces, buzzing markets and some of India's best South Indian food. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Food

One full day of South Indian breakfast, market snacking and a food-street dinner.

Stay: MG Road. Central and on the metro. Walk to Cubbon Park and the shops; easy rides to most sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 680
Taxis: ≈ INR 1,258

Day 1

Dosa breakfast, market, then food streets

Tickets ≈ INR 680 pp · taxis ≈ INR 1,258

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 23 min · ≈ INR 234
1

08:00–08:45 · ≈ INR 80–250 for a dosa and coffee

South Indian dosa breakfast

Start early. Ask for filter coffee with the dosa.

Open Most places roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ INR 146
2

09:15–10:15 · Free to enter; pay for what you buy

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Liveliest before 10:00. Watch your bag in the crowds.

Open Early morning to evening; liveliest before 10:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ INR 153
3

10:45–12:15 · ≈ INR 20–50 entry; small camera fee

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Walk off breakfast. Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ INR 186
4

13:00–13:30 · ≈ INR 150–300 for a coffee and snack

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Afternoon break. Hours vary by branch.

Open Most outlets roughly 09:00–23:00; varies by branch
Taxi · 7 km · ≈ 28 min · ≈ INR 275
5

18:30–20:00 · ≈ INR 200–500 per person for a meal

Koramangala food streets

Dinner. Most places run 11:00–23:00. Traffic is heavy, allow time.

Open Mostly 11:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 7 km · ≈ 27 min · ≈ INR 264

Day trip · Culture

Palaces, temples and a market in one day, grouped by area to cut traffic.

Stay: MG Road. Central and on the metro. Walk to Cubbon Park and the shops; easy rides to most sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 315
Taxis: ≈ INR 1,158

Day 1

Palace, museum, temple and market

Tickets ≈ INR 315 pp · taxis ≈ INR 1,158

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ INR 202
1

10:00–11:00 · ≈ INR 200–250 entry; audio guide extra

Bangalore Palace

Roughly 10:00–17:30; check on the day. Morning is cooler.

Open Roughly 10:00–17:30; check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ INR 190
2

12:00–13:30 · ≈ INR 70–100 entry; check current rates

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Roughly 09:30–18:00. Good rainy-day backup.

Open Roughly 09:30–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 500 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ INR 112
3

14:00–15:00 · Free

Cubbon Park

Short walk from the museum. Roughly 06:00–18:00.

Open Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 26 min · ≈ INR 255
4

16:00–16:30 · Free; donations welcome

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day. Remove shoes before entering.

Open Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ INR 175
5

17:00–18:00 · Free to enter; pay for what you buy

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Near the temple. Quieter late in the day.

Open Early morning to evening; liveliest before 10:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ INR 223

Day trip · Nature

Green Bengaluru: two big parks and a lake, all in one relaxed day.

Stay: MG Road. Central and on the metro. Walk to Cubbon Park and the shops; easy rides to most sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 200
Taxis: ≈ INR 1,017

Day 1

Parks and a lake

Tickets ≈ INR 200 pp · taxis ≈ INR 1,017

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ INR 220
1

07:00–08:30 · ≈ INR 20–50 entry; small camera fee

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Best early morning. Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day
Taxi · 710 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ INR 118
2

09:00–09:45 · ≈ INR 80–250 for a dosa and coffee

South Indian dosa breakfast

Breakfast nearby in Jayanagar.

Open Most places roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 20 min · ≈ INR 209
3

11:00–12:00 · Free

Cubbon Park

Roughly 06:00–18:00. Shade is welcome by midday.

Open Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 418 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ INR 110
4

13:00–14:00 · ≈ INR 20 entry; check current rates

National Gallery of Modern Art

Roughly 10:00–17:00; closed Monday. Cool indoor break.

Open Roughly 10:00–17:00; closed Monday
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ INR 202
5

17:30–18:15 · Free; small fee for boating

Ulsoor Lake walk

Sunset walk. Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ INR 158

1 night · Food ★ Recommended length

One night of eating: dosa breakfast, market snacks and a food-street dinner.

Stay: MG Road. Central and on the metro. Walk to Cubbon Park and the shops; easy rides to most sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 680
Taxis: ≈ INR 1,610
Hotel: INR 2,500–9,000

Day 1

Dosa breakfast, market and MG Road

Tickets ≈ INR 380 pp · taxis ≈ INR 866

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 23 min · ≈ INR 234
1

08:00–08:45 · ≈ INR 80–250 for a dosa and coffee

South Indian dosa breakfast

Start early. Idli, vada and filter coffee are the classics.

Open Most places roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ INR 146
2

09:15–10:15 · Free to enter; pay for what you buy

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Liveliest before 10:00. Go easy on the crowds and keep bags close.

Open Early morning to evening; liveliest before 10:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ INR 153
3

10:45–12:15 · ≈ INR 20–50 entry; small camera fee

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Walk off breakfast. Check opening hours on the day.

Open Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 16 min · ≈ INR 186
4

13:00–13:30 · ≈ INR 150–300 for a coffee and snack

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Afternoon coffee break. Hours vary by branch.

Open Most outlets roughly 09:00–23:00; varies by branch
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ INR 147
5

17:30–19:00 · Free to walk; pay for shopping and food

MG Road and Brigade Road walk

Shops roughly 10:00–21:00. Good for an evening stroll.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–21:00

Day 2

Koramangala food streets

Tickets ≈ INR 300 pp · taxis ≈ INR 744

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 7 km · ≈ 27 min · ≈ INR 264
1

12:30–14:00 · ≈ INR 200–500 per person for a meal

Koramangala food streets

Lunch stop. Mostly 11:00–23:00. Try a local thali or biryani.

Open Mostly 11:00–23:00
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 25 min · ≈ INR 251
2

16:00–17:30 · Free to walk; pay for food and drinks

Indiranagar 100 Feet Road walk

Cafes and bars run from about 10:00 to late. Easy taxi between areas.

Open Cafes and bars roughly 10:00–late
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ INR 229

1 night · Culture ★ Recommended length

Palaces, temples and a market in one packed day, grouped by area.

Stay: MG Road. Central and on the metro. Walk to Cubbon Park and the shops; easy rides to most sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 355
Taxis: ≈ INR 1,988
Hotel: INR 2,500–9,000

Day 1

Palace, museum and MG Road

Tickets ≈ INR 335 pp · taxis ≈ INR 786

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 4 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ INR 202
1

10:00–11:00 · ≈ INR 200–250 entry; audio guide extra

Bangalore Palace

Roughly 10:00–17:30. Check on the day.

Open Roughly 10:00–17:30; check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 17 min · ≈ INR 190
2

12:00–13:30 · ≈ INR 70–100 entry; check current rates

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Indoor and good in the heat. Roughly 09:30–18:00.

Open Roughly 09:30–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 402 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ INR 110
3

14:00–15:00 · ≈ INR 20 entry; check current rates

National Gallery of Modern Art

Closed Monday. Roughly 10:00–17:00.

Open Roughly 10:00–17:00; closed Monday
Taxi · 996 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ INR 125
4

17:30–18:00 · Free to view from outside; interior visits need prior permission

Vidhana Soudha Landmark quest

Grounds only. Best in the evening when floodlit.

Open Grounds viewable daily; building not open to casual visitors
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ INR 159

Day 2

Temples and market in the south

Tickets ≈ INR 20 pp · taxis ≈ INR 1,202

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 7 km · ≈ 30 min · ≈ INR 285
1

08:00–08:30 · Free; donations welcome

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Morning is calm. Roughly 06:00–20:00.

Open Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ INR 166
2

09:15–10:00 · ≈ INR 15–25 entry; small camera fee

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Roughly 09:00–17:00. Check on the day.

Open Roughly 09:00–17:00; check on the day
Taxi · 409 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ INR 110
3

10:30–11:30 · Free to enter; pay for what you buy

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Flowers, produce and spice stalls. Hold your bags.

Open Early morning to evening; liveliest before 10:00
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ INR 302
4

16:00–17:00 · Free entry; some areas may charge a small fee

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Late afternoon works well. Check the midday break times.

Open Roughly 07:15–13:00 and 16:00–20:30; check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 10 km · ≈ 37 min · ≈ INR 339

1 night · Nature ★ Recommended length

Green Bengaluru: two big parks, a lake and an early start for Nandi Hills.

Stay: MG Road. Central and on the metro. Walk to Cubbon Park and the shops; easy rides to most sights.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 380
Taxis: ≈ INR 4,463
Hotel: INR 2,500–9,000

Day 1

Parks and lake

Tickets ≈ INR 230 pp · taxis ≈ INR 898

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ INR 220
1

07:00–08:30 · ≈ INR 20–50 entry; small camera fee

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Early morning is coolest. Check opening hours on the day.

Open Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ INR 201
2

09:30–10:30 · Free

Cubbon Park

Roughly 06:00–18:00. Shady paths and plenty of birds.

Open Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 748 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ INR 119
3

11:00–11:30 · ≈ INR 150–300 for a coffee and snack

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Coffee break nearby. Hours vary by branch.

Open Most outlets roughly 09:00–23:00; varies by branch
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ INR 201
4

17:30–18:15 · Free; small fee for boating

Ulsoor Lake walk

Sunset walk. Roughly 06:00–20:00.

Open Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day
Taxi back to your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ INR 158

Day 2

Nandi Hills sunrise

Tickets ≈ INR 150 pp · taxis ≈ INR 3,565

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 60 km · ≈ 3 h 26 min · ≈ INR 1,610
1

05:30–10:30 · Free entry; pay for transport (≈ INR 1,500–3,000 by taxi round trip)

Nandi Hills day trip

Leave very early for sunrise. Roughly 06:00–18:00. Avoid monsoon days.

Open Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 65 km · ≈ 3 h 41 min · ≈ INR 1,722
2

12:30–13:15 · ≈ INR 80–250 for a dosa and coffee

South Indian dosa breakfast

Back in the city, a late breakfast or lunch.

Open Most places roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 23 min · ≈ INR 234

2 nights · Food

Dosa breakfasts, market snacks and two food streets, grouped by neighbourhood.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 680
Taxis: ≈ INR 1,218

Day 1

Arrive, MG Road and a coffee break

Tickets ≈ INR 200 pp · taxis ≈ INR 266

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

16:00–17:30 · Free to walk; pay for shopping and food

MG Road and Brigade Road walk

Shops are open by 10:00 and stay busy into the evening.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–21:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ INR 147
2

17:45–18:15 · ≈ INR 150–300 for a coffee and snack

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Filter coffee break. Hours vary by branch.

Open Most outlets roughly 09:00–23:00; varies by branch
Taxi · 748 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ INR 119
3

18:30–19:15 · Free

Cubbon Park

Short walk before dinner. Gates close around 18:00, so check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day

Day 2

Market morning, temple and Koramangala dinner

Tickets ≈ INR 450 pp · taxis ≈ INR 631

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

07:30–08:15 · ≈ INR 80–250 for a dosa and coffee

South Indian dosa breakfast

Go early; popular places get queues.

Open Most places roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ INR 146
2

08:45–09:45 · Free to enter; pay for what you buy

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Liveliest before 10:00. Watch your bag in the crowds.

Open Early morning to evening; liveliest before 10:00
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ INR 175
3

10:15–10:45 · Free; donations welcome

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Short auto ride away. Remove shoes before entering.

Open Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 33 min · ≈ INR 310
4

19:00–20:30 · ≈ INR 200–500 per person for a meal

Koramangala food streets

Dinner. Most places run 11:00–23:00.

Open Mostly 11:00–23:00

Day 3

Indiranagar food walk, then fly

Tickets ≈ INR 30 pp · taxis ≈ INR 321

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

11:00–12:30 · Free to walk; pay for food and drinks

Indiranagar 100 Feet Road walk

Cafes and bars open from about 10:00. Good for a late brunch.

Open Cafes and bars roughly 10:00–late
Taxi · 9 km · ≈ 34 min · ≈ INR 321
2

14:00–15:15 · ≈ INR 20–50 entry; small camera fee

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day. About 20 minutes by taxi.

Open Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day

2 nights · Culture

Palaces, temples and the city market, with evenings on MG Road.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 505
Taxis: ≈ INR 1,464

Day 1

Arrive, palace and MG Road

Tickets ≈ INR 250 pp · taxis ≈ INR 343

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

13:30–14:30 · ≈ INR 200–250 entry; audio guide extra

Bangalore Palace

Roughly 10:00–17:30; check on the day. Allow time for traffic.

Open Roughly 10:00–17:30; check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ INR 194
2

15:30–16:30 · ≈ INR 20 entry; check current rates

National Gallery of Modern Art

Closed Monday. Short taxi ride.

Open Roughly 10:00–17:00; closed Monday
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ INR 149
3

17:30–19:00 · Free to walk; pay for shopping and food

MG Road and Brigade Road walk

Evening stroll and dinner nearby.

Open Shops roughly 10:00–21:00

Day 2

Market, temples and a palace

Tickets ≈ INR 170 pp · taxis ≈ INR 995

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:00–09:00 · Free to enter; pay for what you buy

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Best before 10:00. Flowers, produce and spice stalls.

Open Early morning to evening; liveliest before 10:00
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ INR 175
2

09:30–10:00 · Free; donations welcome

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Nearby. Mornings are quieter.

Open Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ INR 166
3

10:45–11:30 · ≈ INR 15–25 entry; small camera fee

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Roughly 09:00–17:00; check on the day.

Open Roughly 09:00–17:00; check on the day
Taxi · 8 km · ≈ 32 min · ≈ INR 306
4

16:30–17:30 · Free entry; some areas may charge a small fee

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Reopens around 16:00. Dress modestly.

Open Roughly 07:15–13:00 and 16:00–20:30; check on the day
Taxi · 10 km · ≈ 38 min · ≈ INR 348
5

12:00–12:45 · ≈ INR 80–250 for a dosa and coffee

South Indian dosa breakfast

Lunch stop. Most places run roughly 07:00–22:00.

Open Most places roughly 07:00–22:00

Day 3

Vidhana Soudha view, then fly

Tickets ≈ INR 85 pp · taxis ≈ INR 126

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

10:00–10:30 · Free to view from outside; interior visits need prior permission

Vidhana Soudha Landmark quest

Grounds only; the building is not open to casual visitors. Best floodlit in the evening.

Open Grounds viewable daily; building not open to casual visitors
Taxi · 1048 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ INR 126
2

11:00–12:30 · ≈ INR 70–100 entry; check current rates

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Roughly 09:30–18:00; check on the day. Good for a hot or rainy spell.

Open Roughly 09:30–18:00; check on the day

2 nights · Nature

Two gardens, a lake and a sunrise trip to Nandi Hills.

Tickets & tours: ≈ INR 410
Taxis: ≈ INR 2,396

Day 1

Arrive, Cubbon Park and Ulsoor Lake

Tickets ≈ INR 200 pp · taxis ≈ INR 404

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

16:00–17:00 · Free

Cubbon Park

Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day.

Open Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 19 min · ≈ INR 202
2

17:30–18:15 · Free; small fee for boating

Ulsoor Lake walk

Good at sunset. About 15 minutes by auto.

Open Roughly 06:00–20:00; check on the day
Taxi · 4 km · ≈ 18 min · ≈ INR 201
3

18:30–19:00 · ≈ INR 150–300 for a coffee and snack

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Quick coffee before dinner.

Open Most outlets roughly 09:00–23:00; varies by branch

Day 2

Nandi Hills sunrise

Tickets ≈ INR 180 pp · taxis ≈ INR 1,839

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

05:30–10:30 · Free entry; pay for transport (≈ INR 1,500–3,000 by taxi round trip)

Nandi Hills day trip

Leave very early for sunrise. Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day. Avoid monsoon weeks.

Open Roughly 06:00–18:00; check on the day
Taxi · 65 km · ≈ 3 h 41 min · ≈ INR 1,722
2

12:30–13:15 · ≈ INR 80–250 for a dosa and coffee

South Indian dosa breakfast

Late breakfast back in the city.

Open Most places roughly 07:00–22:00
Taxi · 710 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ INR 118
3

15:00–16:30 · ≈ INR 20–50 entry; small camera fee

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day. Easy afternoon pace.

Open Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day

Day 3

Garden morning, then fly

Tickets ≈ INR 30 pp · taxis ≈ INR 153

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07:00–08:30 · ≈ INR 20–50 entry; small camera fee

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Coolest and quietest early. About 20 minutes by taxi.

Open Roughly 06:00–19:00; check on the day
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ INR 153
2

09:00–09:45 · Free to enter; pay for what you buy

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Next door. A quick look at the flower stalls.

Open Early morning to evening; liveliest before 10:00

Swap in instead

Day trip to Mysuru: trains take about 2–3 hours each way. See the palace and Devaraja Market; check times on the day.
Sunrise at Nandi Hills: hire a car with driver, leave very early, and check the weather before you go.
Half-day to Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace and the nearby markets for history and shopping.

Getting around

Namma Metro has Green, Purple and Yellow lines; fares ₹10-90, smart card ₹50.
BMTC buses cover the city but are slow and crowded at peak times.
Use the metro to dodge traffic; Google Maps shows metro and bus schedules.
Uber, Ola and Rapido work well; auto-rickshaws are cheaper for short hops.
Driving yourself is stressful; hire a car with a driver instead.
Walking is fine in small pockets, but pavements are patchy and traffic heavy.

Where to stay

MG Road · ≈ INR 2,500–9,000 a night
Central and on the metro. Walk to Cubbon Park and the shops; easy rides to most sights.
Indiranagar · ≈ INR 3,000–10,000 a night
Best for food and nightlife. Many cafés, bars and restaurants within walking distance.
Koramangala · ≈ INR 2,500–9,000 a night
Young, lively area with cafés and startups. Good value stays; traffic can be heavy.
Jayanagar · ≈ INR 2,000–7,000 a night
Quiet, local south Bengaluru. Close to Lalbagh and traditional food spots; metro nearby.

Food & drink

Start the day with a masala dosa and filter coffee at a stand-up 'darshini' — usually ₹60–150.
Try a South Indian thali (meals) at lunch: rice, sambar, rasam and vegetables, often ₹150–350.
Bengaluru is famous for biryani; ask your hotel for a well-known local spot and go early.
Indiranagar and Koramangala have craft breweries and cafés; expect ₹300–600 for a beer.
Street food like chaat and idli is cheap and tasty, but choose busy stalls and drink bottled water.

Tips

Traffic jams are legendary; always leave plenty of buffer time for road travel
Enjoy traditional South Indian breakfast (dosa, idli) and filter coffee at local 'Darshinis'
The high altitude provides much cooler, pleasant weather compared to the rest of India
The city has a massive craft beer culture with dozens of microbreweries
Carry bottled water and avoid unpeeled street fruits to prevent stomach upsets

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

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Bangalore Palace

Explore the old city's palace, temples and fort
Wander through bustling markets with a guide
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Old City’s Palace, Temples, Fort & Markets Walk

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Bangalore Palace

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Cubbon Park

Full-day private tour covering top sights
Flexible itinerary with a knowledgeable guide
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Private carHotel pickup

Full-Day Private City Tour with Guide and Car

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Bangalore Palace

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Hassle-free full or half-day tour
Visit major landmarks with entry fees covered
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All-Inclusive Bangalore Full or Half Day Tour with Pickup

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Cubbon Park

Sample local street food in the evening
Explore lively markets with a guide
42 reviews · 4.9 rating

Evening tourFood tastings

Private Evening Street Food Walk & Market Visit

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$37View tour

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Lalbagh Botanical Garden

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Discover four centuries of Bangalore's history
Visit a garden, temple and market in one tour
25 reviews · 4.9 rating

Guided tourHistorical focus

Lalbagh, Temple & Market Tour Across 4 Centuries

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Souvenirs

Mysore Sandal Soap

INR 250–450150g, pack of 3 · estimate

A soap made with sandalwood, a fragrance that Karnataka is famous for. Mysore is the home of this traditional scent, so it is a classic gift from Bengaluru.

Where: Cauvery Emporium, MG Road

Check that the packaging is genuine before you buy.

Karnataka Filter Coffee

INR 250–600250g · estimate

A South Indian coffee blend, brewed with a metal filter and often served with milk. Filter coffee is a daily ritual across Karnataka.

Where: Cothas Coffee or Coffee Day Fresh & Ground

Check how much chicory is in the blend, since many local blends include it.

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Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Bangalore Palace

Cubbon Park

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

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South Indian dosa breakfast

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Koramangala food streets

Bangalore Palace

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Cubbon Park

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

South Indian dosa breakfast

Cubbon Park

National Gallery of Modern Art

Ulsoor Lake walk

South Indian dosa breakfast

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

MG Road and Brigade Road walk

Koramangala food streets

Indiranagar 100 Feet Road walk

Bangalore Palace

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

National Gallery of Modern Art

Vidhana Soudha Landmark quest

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Cubbon Park

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Ulsoor Lake walk

Nandi Hills day trip

South Indian dosa breakfast

MG Road and Brigade Road walk

Café Coffee Day Landmark quest

Cubbon Park

South Indian dosa breakfast

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Koramangala food streets

Indiranagar 100 Feet Road walk

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Bangalore Palace

National Gallery of Modern Art

MG Road and Brigade Road walk

Krishna Rajendra Market (City Market)

Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)

Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

ISKCON Temple Bangalore

South Indian dosa breakfast

Vidhana Soudha Landmark quest