The document provides information about tourist places to visit in Bangalore, India. It begins with an introduction to Bangalore and then lists 15 top tourist places in the city, including Majestic Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park, MG Road, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, UB City Mall, and others. For each place, it provides details about attractions, history, how to reach, timing and entry fees. The document thus serves as a guide for tourists visiting popular destinations in Bangalore.

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2. YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS THESE PLACES IN
YOUR VISIT TO BANGALORE

3.  Bengaluru is the capital city of Karnataka and has earned several names
such as Silicon Valley of India, Pub Capital of India, Air Conditioned City
and City of Gardens. It is a fine mix of leisure, work, and a hub where the
vibrant colours of the youth can be experienced. For travellers, Bangalore is
like a treat as there are a variety of places to experience. Some of these
include restaurants, pubs, natural getaways, and architectural marvels. In
short, Namma Bengaluru is simply awesome. So here is the checklist of
places to see in Bangalore.
 But did you know how Bengaluru derives its name?
 According to legend, Hoysala King Veera Ballara lost his way during a
hunting expedition met an old lady who offered him a humble meal of
boiled beans. Benda Kalluru a Kannada word, which means boiled beans is
kept by the king to show his gratitude to her. A hub of sprawling tech
parks, posh boutiques, several pubs and restaurants, architectural marvels
and natural getaways; Bengaluru is a mix of everything.

4. Top 15 tourist places in Bengaluru for your next vacation.
1. Majestic Bangalore Palace
2. Cubbon Park
3. MG Road
4. Lalbagh Botanical Garden
5. UB City Mall
6. Bannerghatta National Park
7. Wonderla
8. Film City
9. Ulsoor Lake
10. Commercial Street
11. Vidhan Soudha
12. Nandi Hills
13. Bull Temple
14. Shiva Temple
15. The Dodda Ganapathi Temple

5.  It is the embodiment of beauty and architecture, which is preserved in the
form of the spice of old glorious fortune. Currently, the palace is a central
attraction, which was built in 1878. The palace’s wooden structure along with
the beautiful carvings on both sides of the palace is like a representation of the
royal culture in different ways. The palace can be visited between 10:00 AM to
5:30 PM.
 In addition to being the tourist spot, the palace also acts as a host for various
cultural events, marriages, and rock shows. The main attraction point of the
palace is that the seats are made up of granite, which is decorated with
fluorescent blue tiles, a tale ballroom in the fairy theme, the famous painter’s
painting, Durban hall etc.
 Opened in 2005 for public viewing. Now it is under the ownership of the
descendant of the Mysore Royal Family, Srikanta Datta Narasimharaja Wadiyar.
 History
The palace was purchased in 1873 by the guardians of Chamaraja Wadiyar from
Reverend J Garrett and was constructed in 1874. Tourist can understand the
history as audio tapes are available inside the palace, both in Hindi and
English.
1. Majestic Bangalore Palace

6.  History
The palace was purchased in 1873 by the guardians of Chamaraja Wadiyar from
Reverend J Garrett and was constructed in 1874. Tourist can understand the history
as audio tapes are available inside the palace, both in Hindi and English.
 Attractions
 The palace is extraordinarily vast and spread across 45,000 square feet with 35
rooms and a manual lift.
 The Palace is home to many renowned paintings of 19-century and 20-century
including those by Raja Ravi Varma, one of India’s most famous painters.
 There is a large collection of photographs offering a glimpse of different generations
of the Wadiyar dynasty along with the evolution of Bangalore over the last century.
 How to reach?
The palace is situated between in the heart of Bangalore city. Metro, bus, or cabs is
connected to this place.
Tips:
Duration: 4 hours
Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Entry Fee: Indian: INR 230, Foreigner: INR 460 (Electronics are separately
chargeable)

7.  Spread over an area of 300 acres, Cubbon Park is a major sightseeing place for
nature lovers. Having been laid down by Lord Cubbon, it is home to more than
6,000 trees that support a vibrant ecosystem. The park is a major sightseeing spot in
Bangalore, which is rich in green vegetation. It is an ideal place for nature lovers and
also for those who are looking for a calm and serene atmosphere.
 In addition to this beautiful and serene sight, there are other places like the Cubbon
Park Museum, Attara Kacheri etc. present inside the park. The park can be visited
between 6:00 in the morning to 6:00 in the evening, while the two hours in the
morning i.e. 6:00 am to 8:00 am. is strictly for the walkers.
 How to reach?
Visitors can easily reach the park by hiring a cab or boarding the KSRTC bus that is
well connected to various important points of the city.
Duration: 1 – 2 hours
Timings: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Entry Fee: Free
Famous For: Photography, Experience Seekers and Landscape.
Note:
 Blossoming of several species and its flowers happens during October to March,
which makes it the best time to visit this place
 Avoid taking your vehicles to reach this park from 5 am to 8 am as roads
surrounding the park remains closed and only light motor vehicles are allowed.
 Closed on Mondays and second Tuesdays.
2. Cubbon Park

8.  MG Road is a one-stop destination for a perfect weekend, shopping adventure and
clubbing. A plethora of cafes, food outlets and restaurants offer delectable delicacies.
You can enjoy a bit of both street shopping and expensive boutique shops. If you want to
shop for unique local and ethnic fashion accessories, footwear, antiques, jewellery, this
place won’t let you down.
 One of the busiest roads in Bangalore, MG road is the hub of various commercial and
recreational activities in the town. Special treats for shoppers include silk sarees, cutlery,
items made of bone china etc. And when you get tired after shopping, there are various
restaurants around to help you relax and rebuild your energy.
 History
It was once known as South Parade during the pre-independence era but was renamed as
Mahatma Gandhi Road on 26th February 1948.
How to reach?
You can easily hire an auto-rickshaw, ride a bus or a taxi to reach MG Road.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Timings: Throughout the day
Entry Fee: Free
3. MG Road

9. 4. Lalbagh Botanical Garden

10.  Nationally and Internationally renowned centre for botanical artwork, scientific study and also
conservation of plants, it is heaven for all nature lovers.
 Lal Bagh covers an area 240 acres and has nearly 1,854 species of plants. You will find rare
plants of French, Persian, and Afghani origin. The Lal Bagh Rock, which is over 3000 million
years old is a major tourist attraction. Other attractions within this park is the aquarium and
the lake. Apart from nature lovers, it is a heaven for photographers also as it consists of a glass
house, which hosts a very famous flower show that occurs annually. The best time to visit the
Lal Bagh is in January and August.
 There are a lot of attraction points in the park that are sufficient to engage a person for an
entire day. One example of such an attraction is the flower clock located at the entrance of the
park, tree fossil which is almost 20 million years old, glass house, lecture hall etc. There are
some courses offered by the garden management, which includes post-harvest technology,
cultivation of the Bonsai, mushroom cultivation, and ikebana classes etc
 History
Commissioned by Hyder Ali in 1760 and completed by his son Tipu Sultan who imported trees
and plants from countries all over the world and planted them here.
Duration: 3 hours
Timings: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Entry Fee: Adults: INR 10, Children: Free
 The park is situated on the southern side of the city, which is easily accessible by hopping on to
any of the public transport.

11.  One stop shop for meeting all your high-end needs is UB City Mall, which is
located in the Central Business District. The mall is constructed in the
implausible area of around 13 acres. The place is a complete package, which is
sufficient to fulfil your exclusive needs, be it high-end shopping of luxury
things, spa after a tiring day or to appease your food cravings. The place is the
nerve centre for almost all the global brand of luxury items like Rolex, Canali,
and Louis Vuitton etc.
 Attraction point
 The mall is like a one-stop destination to do all the fun activities. There are lot
many things to explore like the karaoke machines, open-air lounge, which is
attached to the high-end dinner, grill, private party booth etc. Even there are
options for peace lovers like spa, art gallery etc.
How to reach?
It is 8 km from Bangalore Airport and can be easily reached by private cabs,
vehicles and rickshaw.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Timings: 11:00 AM – 11.30 PM
Entry Fee: Free
5. UB City Mall

12. 6. Bannerghatta National Park

13.  One of the best places near Bangalore is the Bannerghatta National Park,
situated around 22 kilometres from Bangalore. The national park is shelter to
variety of fauna and flora. The national park is also the first butterfly park of
India along with other attractions like ten Reserve Forests, zoo, aquarium,
crocodile farm, museum, children’s park etc. And the most exciting part is to
have an up close and personal experience with various fascinating wildlife via
jungle safari.
 Bannerghatta National Park is wonderful rendezvous with nature in its most
unadulterated form established in the year 1971. Rediscover and learn more
about the sandalwood, bamboo, eucalyptus and many more trees while visiting
this park. In addition to a natural retreat, this park has adventure sports such
as trekking and hiking. Blessed with the bounty of nature it is a unique
learning experience for both adults and children.
 Attraction point
 For all the wildlife enthusiasts, Bannerghatta National Park is the astounding
destination. The park is the perfect avenue to spend your weekend as it hosts
various adventure sports for the people. Even people can experience little
trekking adventure here as there is a gentle hill around the park. The best time
to visit the Bannerghatta Park is between the months of November to June.

14.  How to reach?
Located 22 km away from Bangalore City Junction; Visitors can easily reach the
location by using the city bus with the route numbers 365, 366 or G-4, which
are available every 20 minutes.
Duration: 5- 6 hours
Timings: Butterfly Park and boating: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Safari: 10:00 AM –
4:30 PM, Closed on Tuesdays.
Entry Fee: Indians: Adults: INR 80, Kids (6 – 12 years): INR 40, Senior citizens:
INR 50,
Foreigners: Adults: INR 400, Kids: INR 300
Note:-
 Reach park early on weekends as tickets sell out quickly.
 The best time to visit this park is during the months of November to June when
the weather is perfect and wildlife can be easily spotted.

15.  Nandi Hills are a clear example of the adrenaline rush of the youth as it is the best
option for the off-road lovers. Located around 60 kilometres from the city, in the
list of places to visit near Bangalore, Nandi Hills are among the top choices, which
are situated at height of the 4851 feet above sea level. There are mesmerising views
all around the hills and is full of monuments that make the place a perfect
archetype of the wonderland or the bliss. There are a few famous temples located on
the hills, and one must visit the Bhoga Nandeeshwara Temple located at the Nandi
Village, one of the oldest temples in the area.
 There are numerous dhabas and restaurants around the area, and the must-try of
the area is the local chaat along with various numerous local dishes like Jolada roti,
Dosa, Akki roti, Vada, Sambhar, Kesari Bath etc. To visit the Nandi Hills, monsoon,
summer and winter are immensely great to visit the hills. And if you plan to visit in
summers, make sure you go in the early morning or late evening.
 How to Reach?
Situated about an hour and a half away from Bangalore; Buses are available from
most nearby cities and towns to Nandi Hills. You could also hire a cab or self-drive.
There is one popular bus that travels to Nandi Hills on a daily basis, which is Anand
Travels.
Duration: 4 hours
Timings: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
7. Nandi Hills

16.  Famous for the high-thrill dry rides and fun rides; Wonderla is said to be the
best amusement park cum water park in the country featuring over 60 rides.
 Wonderla provide locker facility for men and women with reasonable charges
of INR 170 per locker with INR 100 deposit.
 You get an RFID band to access the locker, which can be can worn like a watch
and used as a prepaid wallet to buy food and drinks by adding extra money.
 How to reach?
Situated on the outskirts of Bangalore. The most convenient way is to drive
your car or hire a car for the day. BMTC runs a special Volvo bus service to
Wonderla.
Duration: 4-5 hours
Timings: Weekdays: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Weekend: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Entry Fee: Weekdays – Adults INR 590, Children INR 460, Senior Citizens INR
390;
Weekends – Adults INR 730, Children INR 540, Senior Citizens INR 470.
8. Wonderla

17.  Spread over 58 acres of land, The Film City is one of the famous tourist places
in Bengaluru. Whether you like to shop, eat, simply walk, explore, and spend
some quality time with friends, family, and kids. Other than enjoying the
attractions, you can also explore some adventurous sports, museums, Bigg Boss
Tour (Kannada Season).
 How to Reach?
The Film City is just 40 km away from Bangalore and can easily be reached via
cabs or personal vehicle or BMTC Bus.
Attractions:-Aqua Kingdom, Cartoon City, Dino Park, Mini Golf, Haunted
Mansion, Mirror Maze
Duration: 4-5 hours
Timings: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Entry Fee: INR 600 per person before 3:00 PM and INR 400 per person after
3:00 PM
9. Film City

18. 10. Ulsoor Lake

19.  Built by Sir Lewin Bentham Bowring; Bangalore’s commissioner at that
time,Ulsoor Lake is one of the largest lakes in Bangalore sprawled over an area
of 123 acre. Sit back, click a few shots of the birds and relax to the tranquil
ambience of this place. Boating is one of the most popular activities in Ulsoor
Lake. This place could be the best picnic spot for the weekend.
 History
Kempe Gowda, a ruler of the Vijayanagar Empire, was travelling through the
place decided to take shelter under a tree, which turned out to be the same tree
under which Mandava Rishi worshipped God Someswara. The Lord appeared
to him in a dream and told him to build a temple of Someswara Pagoda and
Ulsoor Lake was created by him in the process.
 How to Reach?
Ulsoor Lake can be reached by any mode of public transport.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Entry Fee: No entry fee

20.  Commercial Street is a fix for all your weekend entertainment and shopping
needs. Needless to say, it is one of the most popular and visited shopping
destinations in Bangalore. Famous Khadi Bhandar in dispensary road is a one-
stop shop for varieties of fabric. One can get dupattas in every shade and even
get them dyed at Dupatta House; Narayan Pillai Street. If you are looking for
silk dupattas, printed cotton checkout Pooja Collections. Lovers of silver won’t
be disappointed with the extensive collection of exquisite pieces.
 How to Reach?
Private cabs, buses, and auto rickshaws is easily available for Commercial
Street.
Duration: 3-4 hours
Timings: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Entry Fee: Free
11. Commercial Street

21. 12. Vidhaan Soudha

22.  Popularly known as ‘Taj Mahal of South India’ it is one of the most magnificent
buildings in the city. The entire monument is illuminated with a million
colourful lights on Sunday evenings and public holidays.
 Thousands of tourists flock to witness this remarkable light show, which can be
witnessed during evening time between 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
 Bearing in mind the power shortages faced by many parts of the country,
Vidhana Soudha is lit up for only two hours every day and run entirely on solar
energy!
 History
Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru along with Chief Minister K.C. Reddy laid down the
first brick of establishment on 13 July 1951. It took a good five years and it was
finally inaugurated in 1956 to become the largest legislative building in India.
 How to Reach?
The Bangalore Railway Station is only 5 km and Kempegowda Bus Station is 2.1
km away from Vidhana Soudha.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Timings: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Closed on weekends and public holidays)
Entry Fee: Free

23. 13. Bull Temple

24.  Associated with mythological and religious significance this shrine is
renowned and among the oldest temples in the city dedicated to Nandi, the
wagon of Lord Shiva.
Built in the 16-century this Monolithic statue of deity Nandi is 4.5 metres tall
and 6 metres long, carved from a granite rock, the sculpture reflects Dravidian
artwork and is the largest Nandi’s sculpture in the world.
History
As per mythological stories a bull once saved farmers crops of groundnut. Every
year farmers visit this temple to offer their first cultivated fruit to the deity. An
annual groundnut fair is organised every year nearby the temple.
 How to Reach?
This place is 6 km away from Bengaluru Railway Station.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Timings: 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Entry Fee: No entry fee

25.  65-feet tall statue of Lord Shiva carved in white marble placed in an artificial
pool of water symbolises Lord Shiva’s natural habitat. The entrance of the
temple is marked with a 25 feet Linga symbolizing the sacred form of the deity.
This temple is one of the most beautiful Shiva Temples in the country.
How to Reach?
Located at the Old airport road; public transport for this place is easily
available.
Duration: 1-2 hours
Timings: Anytime
Entry Fee: Free
14. Shiva Temple

26. 15. The Dodda Ganpathi Temple

27.  On the premises of the Bull Temple, there is also a beautiful temple of Lord
Ganesha. An interesting fact about this temple is that the statue of Lord
Ganesh is made entirely from 110 kilos of butter! What is really astonishing and
noteworthy is that in the four-year tenure the butter doesn’t melt or change
shape even once.
 Timings: All days of the week 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Duration: 1 to 2 hours
Entry Fee: Free

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