Bannerghatta, Bengaluru Day Trip

Day 1 · Mon, Sep 28
Bannerghatta, Bengaluru

Explore Bannerghatta

  1. Bannerghatta Biological Park — Bannerghatta; spend the afternoon at the zoo, but check same-day entry and safari availability before setting out, as some experiences may no longer be running this late. (~2 hours, from 2:30 PM)
  2. Hulimavu Cave Temple — Hulimavu; visit this small rock-cut temple on the way back toward the city. (~30–45 minutes, late afternoon)
  3. Vega City Mall — BTM Layout, Bannerghatta Road; take a relaxed break and browse the shops after the outdoor visit. (~1–1.5 hours, early evening)
  4. A2B – Adyar Ananda Bhavan — Bannerghatta Road area; wrap up with South Indian vegetarian dishes at this established restaurant chain. (~1 hour; about ₹250–₹500 per person)

Afternoon

Leave by 2:30 PM for Bannerghatta Biological Park; traffic from central Bengaluru can make the drive 45–90 minutes, so check live maps before setting out. The zoo generally operates during the day, but entry cut-offs and safari slots can end well before closing. Call or check the park’s official booking channel before you go; if you’re running late or safari tickets are sold out, prioritize the zoo rather than counting on a full two-hour visit. Budget roughly ₹100–₹300 for zoo entry, with safari charged separately; confirm current rates and last-entry times.

Late afternoon

From the park, head back toward the city to Hulimavu Cave Temple—allow around 30–45 minutes, plus time for the drive, which can be slow on Bannerghatta Road. It’s a modest rock-cut shrine, not a large temple complex; check that it’s open when you arrive, as access can depend on worship hours. Dress respectfully and be prepared to remove your shoes.

Early evening

Continue north to Vega City Mall in BTM Layout for an easy air-conditioned break and a browse; shops are typically open into the evening, though individual hours vary. Finish at A2B – Adyar Ananda Bhavan on Bannerghatta Road for dosa, idli, or a South Indian thali. Set aside about ₹250–₹500 per person. If the park visit runs late, keep the temple stop brief and check its closing time before diverting.

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