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3-Day Foodie Itinerary for Mangalore and Udupi in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Mangalore Central
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Mangalore Airport

    In the morning, head to the famous Giri Manja's for a hearty breakfast of idlis, vadas, and Mangalorean buns. After breakfast, visit the Kadri Manjunath Temple, one of the oldest temples in Mangalore. For lunch, try the seafood thali at Machali near the City Centre Mall. In the evening, take a stroll at Panambur Beach and enjoy the sunset. End the day with dinner at the iconic Chicken Tikka restaurant.

  2. Day 2: Udupi
    1 hour 15 minutes (60 km) from Mangalore Central

    Start the day with a visit to Sri Krishna Matha, a famous pilgrimage center in Udupi. Try the breakfast at Mitra Samaj for some delicious idlis and chutneys. Next, visit the Anegudde Vinayaka Temple, which is famous for its Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. For lunch, head to Hotel Diana near the Malpe Beach. In the evening, visit the Malpe Beach and explore the local markets. End the day with dinner at the Woodlands Restaurant.

  3. Day 3: Mangalore South
    30 minutes (18 km) from Udupi

    Begin the day with a hearty breakfast at the Ideal Cafe, known for its Mangalorean-style breakfast dishes. Afterward, visit the St. Aloysius Chapel, famous for its beautiful paintings and architecture. For lunch, head to the iconic Anupama Restaurant in the city center. Spend the evening at the Pilikula Nisargadhama, a nature park with a zoo and botanical garden. End the day with dinner at the Gajalee Seafood Restaurant.

Recommendations

Make sure to try the famous Mangalorean fish curry and neer dosa at least once during your trip. You may also want to consider visiting the Kudroli Gokarnath Temple and the Mangaladevi Temple in Mangalore. For a side trip, visit the nearby town of Moodabidri, known for its Jain temples. To maximize your fun, try attending a local Yakshagana performance or visit the Coastal and Marine Biodiversity Centre at the New Mangalore Port.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Giri Manja's (1 hour, Rs. 200)
  • Kadri Manjunath Temple (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Machali (1 hour, Rs. 500)
  • Panambur Beach (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Chicken Tikka (1 hour, Rs. 600)
  • Sri Krishna Matha (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Mitra Samaj (1 hour, Rs. 100)
  • Anegudde Vinayaka Temple (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Hotel Diana (1 hour, Rs. 400)
  • Malpe Beach (2 hours, Free)
  • Woodlands Restaurant (1 hour, Rs. 600)
  • Ideal Cafe (1 hour, Rs. 150)
  • St. Aloysius Chapel (1 hour, Free)
  • Anupama Restaurant (1 hour, Rs. 500)
  • Pilikula Nisargadhama (2 hours, Rs. 200)
  • Gajalee Seafood Restaurant (1 hour, Rs. 800)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 4,350

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