Discovering South Bangalore in 5 Days

  1. Day 1: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    15 minutes (6.4 km) from Bangalore city center

    Explore one of the oldest botanical gardens in India which was created during the time of Hyder Ali and later expanded by his son Tipu Sultan. Lalbagh Botanical Garden is spread over 240 acres of land and features more than 1000 species of plants. Highlights of the garden include the Glass House, Kempegowda Tower, and the iconic Lalbagh Rock.

  2. Day 2: Basavanagudi
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Visit the old cultural neighborhood of Basavanagudi located in South Bangalore. The area is known for its colorful streets, quaint residences, and ancient temples. Visit the Bull Temple which has a unique statue of Nandi the Bull, South India's largest monolithic statue. Explore Gandhi Bazaar, one of Bangalore's oldest marketplaces selling a variety of local items including traditional sweets, silk sarees, and handicrafts.

  3. Day 3: ISKCON Temple
    25 minutes (12.8 km) from Basavanagudi

    Visit the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) Temple located in Rajajinagar. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and was built in a neo-classical style. The temple complex includes a museum, a lecture hall, an auditorium, and a restaurant serving vegetarian food. Take a guided tour and learn about the philosophy and teachings of Hare Krishna Movement.

  4. Day 4: Bannerghatta Biological Park
    50 minutes (26.5 km) from ISKCON Temple

    Discover the wilderness of South Bangalore by visiting the Bannerghatta Biological Park. The park is home to a variety of animals including tigers, lions, elephants, bears, and deer. Experience the park's safari rides, butterfly park, and snake park. Adventurous travelers can participate in the park's trekking and camping activities.

  5. Day 5: Wonderla Amusement Park
    1 hour (22.5 km) from Bannerghatta Biological Park

    End your trip with a thrill by visiting the Wonderla Amusement Park located in Mysore Road. The park is packed with exhilarating rides such as roller coasters, water slides, and vertical drops. Enjoy the park's live events, laser shows, and 3D movies. The park has a wide range of food options available including Indian, Chinese, and European cuisine.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, INR 20 per person)
  • Basavanagudi (2-3 hours, free)
  • ISKCON Temple (2-3 hours, free)
  • Bannerghatta Biological Park (4-5 hours, INR 300 per person)
  • Wonderla Amusement Park (5-6 hours, INR 1000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1340 per person

Useful tips

If you have more time, you can explore other nearby attractions such as the Bangalore Palace, Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace, and the Rangashankara Theatre. If you have less time, skip some of the attractions and spend more time exploring the area around your hotel or try some of Bangalore's famous street food.

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