A Family-Friendly Day in Bangalore

  1. 8:00AM: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (2.5 miles) from MG Road

    Lalbagh Botanical Garden is the perfect place to start your day. This 240-acre garden has over 1,000 species of plants and trees. Take a walk, enjoy the fresh air, and maybe even catch a sunrise amidst the greenery.

  2. 10:00AM: Bangalore Palace
    20 minutes (3.3 miles) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Explore one of the city's most famous landmarks, Bangalore Palace. This beautiful estate, built in the 19th century, is a mixture of Tudor and Scottish Gothic architecture. Take a guided tour to learn more about the palace's rich history and see some of the royal family's memorabilia.

  3. 12:00PM: Cubbon Park
    15 minutes (2.7 miles) from Bangalore Palace

    Take a break and enjoy a picnic lunch at Cubbon Park, one of the city's most popular green spaces. The park has several walking trails, a toy train for children, and several statues and memorials to explore.

  4. 2:00PM: Vidhana Soudha
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from Cubbon Park

    Visit Vidhana Soudha, the seat of the Karnataka government, and one of the city's most impressive buildings. Take a guided tour to see the building's unique architecture and learn about the state's history and future development plans.

  5. 4:00PM: Bangalore Aquarium
    15 minutes (3 miles) from Vidhana Soudha

    End your day at Bangalore Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in India. With over 100 species of fish, turtles, and other marine animals, this is a great place for families to learn about marine life.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hours, free)
  • Bangalore Palace (1 hour, INR 230 per person)
  • Cubbon Park (2 hours, free)
  • Vidhana Soudha (1 hour, free)
  • Bangalore Aquarium (1 hour, INR 55 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 515 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you might want to visit the Bannerghatta Biological Park or Innovative Film City. If you have less time, consider skipping Bangalore Aquarium or Vidhana Soudha. Remember to bring sunscreen, insect repellent, and comfortable walking shoes.

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