Take a romantic sunrise walk on the peaceful Panambur Beach, watching the waves crash against the shore. Experience the Marine Aquarium and explore the Tannirbhavi Beach nearby. Relax with coconut water and seafood served at local stalls.
Experience the scenic Ullal Beach which has a combination of white and black sand. Visit the Someshwara Temple which is over 1000 years old and boasts of intricate carvings. Explore the architecture and local architecture of this ancient structure and take beautiful pictures of the sea.
Visit the St. Aloysius Chapel, which has frescoes painted by Bro. Antonio Moscheni and experience the colonial architecture built-in 1884. Later, head to the Mangaladevi Temple and take blessings from the 9-feet tall idol of Goddess Mangaladevi, believed to be 1000 years old.
Visit the old watchtower, Sultan Battery built by Tipu Sultan to protect the Mangalore port. Go on a boat ride in the Nethravathi River nearby and enjoy the scenic views. Visit the Kadri Hill Park, a natural hub of wild, beautiful and endangered species of flora and fauna in the city.
You can add a day trip to Coorg and experience the scenic beauty of coffee plantations, waterfalls and trekking. You can also visit the Springbird estate for their coffee tours and learn about the process of coffee-making. If you have less time, you can skip Sultan Battery or Kadri Hill Park. Don't forget to try the local delicacies of seafood and beef dishes which are famous in Mangalore.