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Two-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Mysore, June 2023

  1. Day 1: Mysore Palace
    10 minutes (3.4 km) from Mysore Railway Station

    Begin your day at the Mysore Palace, an iconic landmark of Mysore. Take a guided tour of this magnificent palace to learn about its rich history and the Wadiyar dynasty. You'll be awed by the intricate carvings, spacious halls and stunning architecture. After the tour, head to Dasaprakash for a delicious South Indian breakfast. After breakfast, visit the Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium to admire the collection of paintings by Raja Ravi Varma, an Indian painter and artist. In the evening, head to the Brindavan Gardens to enjoy the musical fountain show, which takes place in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Chamundeshwari Temple and Mysore Zoo
    30 minutes (11 km) from Mysore Palace

    Start your day with a visit to the Chamundeshwari Temple, located atop the Chamundi Hills. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Chamundeshwari and offers breathtaking views of Mysore. After the temple visit, head to the Mysore Zoo, one of the oldest and most popular zoos in India. The zoo houses a variety of animals, including tigers, lions, elephants, giraffes, and many more. In the evening, head to the St. Philomena's Cathedral, a beautiful neo-gothic church, to admire its stunning architecture and attend the evening mass.

Recommendations

If you have more time, you can consider visiting the Karanji Lake, which is adjacent to the Mysore Zoo, or the KRS Dam, which is about an hour's drive from Mysore. You can also take a day trip to Coorg, a beautiful hill station known for its coffee plantations, waterfalls and scenic beauty. To maximize your fun, try the local delicacies like Mysore Pak, Masala Dosa, and filter coffee.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mysore Palace (2 hours, INR 200)
  • Dasaprakash (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery and Auditorium (1.5 hours, INR 100)
  • Brindavan Gardens (2 hours, INR 60)
  • Chamundeshwari Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Mysore Zoo (3 hours, INR 150)
  • St. Philomena's Cathedral (1.5 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,010

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