One-day itinerary to explore Bengaluru

1. 8:00 AM: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
   Located in the heart of the city, this garden has over 1000 species of plants and a lake making it an ideal spot for a morning stroll. The highlight here is the Glass House which hosts flower shows annually.
   Estimated time spent: 2 hours
   Distance from next location: 1.5 km, 10 min drive
2. 11:00 AM: Bangalore Palace
   Constructed in the Tudor style of architecture, the palace is spectacular and has sprawling gardens. It was built in 1887 by Chamaraja Wadiyar. It showcases the grandeur and history of the Mysuru Kingdom.
   Estimated time spent: 2 hours
   Distance from next location: 3.5km, 15 min drive
3. 1:30 PM: Lunch at Toit Brewery
   Located in Indiranagar, Toit Brewery serves a diverse selection of local and international craft beers to go with their amazing pizza and burgers! It is a bustling place with vibrant interiors.
   Estimated time spent: 1.5 hours
   Distance from next location: 6 km, 20 min drive
4. 3:30 PM: Kote Venkataramana Temple
   The temple is a famous pilgrimage site built during the Vijayanagar kingdom period and has a beautiful architecture. It is noted for its intricate carvings on the walls and pillars.
   Estimated time spent: 1.5 hours
   Distance from next location: 2.5 km, 10 min drive
5. 6:00 PM: Old Bengaluru
   The oldest part of the city, Old Bengaluru offers a stroll back in time with the ancient architecture and the markets. It is a bustling business district attracting locals and tourists alike.
   Estimated time spent: 1.5 hours
   Travel to your nearby accommodation or airport based on your itinerary plan.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hrs, INR 30 a person)
• Bangalore Palace (2 hrs, INR 250 a person)
• Toit Brewery (1.5 hrs, INR 1200 for two people)
• Kote Venkataramana Temple (1.5 hrs, INR 10 a person)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 1520

Useful tips:

If you have more time on your hands, there are plenty of other places to visit in Bengaluru. You can add a visit to the Shiva Temple, Wildlife Safari, Snow City, or museum. For a shorter day, you can skip a location or grab a quick street food instead of a sit-down lunch.