4-Day Bangalore City Experience Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Explore Bangalore's History
    Estimated time from previous location: 20 minutes (6.7 km)

    Start your day by heading to the Bangalore Palace, a beautiful and impressive mansion that was built in the 1800s. After that, visit the Tippu Sultan's Summer Palace which was built in the Indo-Islamic style. Finish the day by visiting the Kempegowda Museum, which celebrates the founder of Bangalore.

  2. Day 2: Explore the Central Business District
    Estimated time from previous location: 25 minutes (7.3 km)

    Head to the Vidhana Soudha, the legislative building of the state of Karnataka. After that, visit the Cubbon Park, a massive park in the heart of the city. Take a break by visiting the Bangalore Aquarium and then explore the stunning Attara Kacheri, a red brick and stone building that currently houses the Karnataka High Court.

  3. Day 3: Experience Bangalore's Culture
    Estimated time from previous location: 20 minutes (5 km)

    Start the day with a visit to the Bull Temple, one of the oldest temples in Bangalore. Then visit the Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium where you can enjoy various shows about astronomy and space. Finish your day by experiencing the local cuisine at the VV Puram Food Street, which is renowned for its street food.

  4. Day 4: Bangalore's Modern Side
    Estimated time from previous location: 30 minutes (10 km)

    Start the day by visiting the UB City Mall, a luxurious shopping complex which features international brands. Then experience the city's thriving nightlife at MG Road by visiting one of the many bars or nightclubs. Finish the day by visiting the Lalbagh Botanical Garden, a sprawling garden filled with exotic plants and flowers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Bangalore Palace (1-2 hours, INR 230-460)
  • Tippu Sultan's Summer Palace (1 hour, INR 15)
  • Kempegowda Museum (1-2 hours, INR 25-50)
  • Vidhana Soudha (1 hour, Free)
  • Cubbon Park (2 hours, Free)
  • Bangalore Aquarium (1-2 hours, INR 20-40)
  • Attara Kacheri (1 hour, Free)
  • Bull Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium (1-2 hours, INR 35-70)
  • VV Puram Food Street (2 hours, INR 200-500)
  • UB City Mall (1-3 hours, INR 300-1000)
  • MG Road (1-3 hours, INR 500-1000)
  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, INR 20-60)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1215-2765

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Bangalore Fort or the National Gallery of Modern Art. For those interested in Indian cricket history, visit the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. If you have less time, consider skipping the UB City Mall or MG Road nightlife. It's best to plan your itinerary around traffic, as Bangalore's traffic can get very congested at times. Consider using a ride-sharing app or renting a vehicle if you plan on travelling around the city.

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