Bengaluru Day Trip Itinerary (9:30 AM – 8:00 PM)

Day 1: City Highlights & Culinary Delights

Morning (9:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

Start the day with a quick Uber ride to Cubbon Park, where you can enjoy a leisurely walk among historic trees and the iconic Statue of Sir Mark Cubbon. After soaking in the green ambience, head to the nearby Bangalore Palace for a guided tour of its Tudor‑style architecture and lavish interiors.

Afternoon (1:00 PM – 4:30 PM)

Grab a light lunch at a local eatery before moving on to Lalbagh Botanical Garden, famous for its glass house and diverse collection of tropical flora. Post‑lunch, stroll to Vidhana Soudha for a quick photo stop of the grand legislative building, then explore the historic Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace nearby.

Evening (5:00 PM – 8:00 PM)

Shop for souvenirs at Commercial Street, where you’ll find everything from silk sarees to quirky accessories. Conclude the day with dinner at UB City, Bangalore’s upscale dining hub, and enjoy a relaxed ride back to Manipal Academy of Higher Education by Uber.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Cubbon Park – 1.5 hours – Free (optional parking ₹30)
• Bangalore Palace – 1 hour – Entry ₹200 per person
• Lalbagh Botanical Garden – 2 hours – Entry ₹20 per person
• Vidhana Soudha (exterior) – 30 minutes – Free
• Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace – 45 minutes – Entry ₹20 per person
• Commercial Street (shopping) – 1 hour – Variable (average ₹500 per person)
• UB City (dinner) – 2 hours – Approx. ₹1,200 per person
• Uber/Rapido transport – All day – Approx. ₹800 total (average ₹150 per ride)
• Total Estimated Cost – ₹3,570 per person (≈ ₹21,420 for 6 people)

Tips

If you’d like to extend the trip, consider adding a visit to National Gallery of Modern Art or a sunset at Nandi Hills the next morning. For a shorter itinerary, skip the shopping stop at Commercial Street and head straight to UB City for dinner; you’ll still experience the city’s cultural and culinary highlights within a comfortable timeframe.