Relaxing Bangalore in 2 Days

  1. Day 1: Lumbini Gardens
    30 minutes (10.6 km) from Bangalore Palace

    Start your trip to Bangalore off with a relaxing visit to Lumbini Gardens. This serene park offers a beautiful lake filled with pedal boats, lush greenery and refreshing breeze. Sit and relax in the well-manicured lawns, try the different street food or enjoy a stroll along the lake. For some thrill, ride the skywheel for the best views of the garden.

  2. Day 1: Nandi Hills
    1 hour 20 minutes (60 km) from Lumbini Gardens

    Next stop is the picturesque Nandi Hills. This beautiful hill station has served as a retreat for people of Bangalore for centuries. Take a hike or rent a bike to get around the hills and enjoy the view, or simply relax in one of the many spots to picnic while overlooking the town. The largest Nandi statue in the world, situated atop the hill, surrounded by melodious flute music and refreshing breeze, is not to be missed.

  3. Day 2: Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
    1 hour (10 km) from Nandi Hills

    Start day two with a stroll through Lalbagh Botanical Gardens, India's largest and most beautiful botanical garden. This 240-acre park features an aquarium, a lake, a variety of plants and flowers, and beautiful 19th century architecture. It's perfect for taking a relaxing walk while you connect with nature.

  4. Day 2: UB City Mall
    20 minutes (5.6 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Gardens

    End your trip with a touch of luxury at UB City Mall. This high-end shopping mall houses luxury brands, fine dining restaurants, and a cinema. Spoil yourself with some shopping and a spa, and wrap up the day with a nice dinner at one of the many trendy restaurants available.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lumbini Gardens (2 hours, INR 50)
  • Nandi Hills (3 hours, INR 500)
  • Lalbagh Botanical Gardens (2 hours, INR 100)
  • UB City Mall (3 hours, INR 1000)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1650

Useful Tips

If you have more time to spare, you can add a visit to Bangalore Palace, a majestic 19th-century palace that is now a tourist hotspot. If you want a change of scenery, head over to Cubbon Park, an urban park with beautiful trees and perfect for a picnic.

If you have less time, remove a visit to Nandi Hills or UB City Mall and add a tour of the Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace to your list. Be prepared for hot temperatures during summers, and light to medium rainfall during the monsoon season

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