Gather your group at the Thanisandra campus gate and book 1–2 shared cabs (Uber/Rapido) to split costs; leaving at 10:00 gives a relaxed start and avoids early-morning traffic.
Explore Lulu Mall's shops, kiosks and any in-mall attractions; malls typically open ~10:00–11:00 and remain open late, so this visit is ideal for shopping, window-shopping and indoor AC comfort.
If you skipped an earlier breakfast, grab a late breakfast or brunch at the mall food court — options include South Indian tiffin counters, quick sandwiches or parathas; the mall food court offers multiple budget-friendly counters.
Have a filling group lunch at the food court where you’ll find affordable choices (South Indian thali, biryani, fast-food). Eating at the mall keeps timing predictable and is convenient for groups.
Take a cab/auto from Lulu Mall into central Bangalore to visit Cubbon Park and get an exterior photo of Vidhana Soudha; travel time varies with traffic so allow ~40–50 minutes midday.
Stroll shaded paths of Cubbon Park and snap photos of Vidhana Soudha and Attara Kacheri from outside; Cubbon Park is open 6:00–19:00 and entry is free — a peaceful urban green break.
Walk (or take a short auto) from Cubbon Park to Commercial Street — the lanes offer bustling budget shopping for clothes, footwear and accessories, great for groups looking for bargains.
Browse small shops and stalls for budget apparel, accessories and souvenirs; try local street snacks like chaat or sugarcane juice while you shop. Most shops are open ~10:00–21:00.
Take a short walk to Church Street for a relaxed tea/coffee break at a café — good place to rest, plan final buys and enjoy Bangalore street vibe. Cafés are generally open until late evening.
Have a light, budget-friendly early dinner near Church/Brigade Road (examples: local South Indian tiffin shop, Andhra counter or multi-cuisine budget restaurant) to avoid peak-hour congestion on the trip back.
Book shared cabs back to MAHE Thanisandra; splitting fares among 4–6 people keeps per-person transport costs low and helps you reach campus comfortably before 19:00.
Arrive at the campus, use this buffer time to account for small delays, gather belongings and wrap up the day. This schedule gets you back well before 7:00pm as requested.