24 Hours Shoestring Budget Tour in Bangalore

1. 8:00AM: Breakfast at VB Bakery
   Located in the heart of the city, this bakery has been serving delicious baked goods since 1953. The great atmosphere and affordable prices make it a favorite among locals and tourists alike.
   Estimated Time Spent: 1 hour
   Estimated Distance from Previous Location: 1.5 km
2. 10:00AM: Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden
   Spend the morning at one of Bangalore’s most beautiful green spaces. The garden is home to a large collection of tropical plants and some rare species of birds. Do not miss the stunning glasshouse and the serene lake.
   Estimated Time Spent: 2 hours
   Estimated Distance from Previous Location: 5.4 km
3. 12:30PM: Lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan
   One of the oldest and most famous restaurants in Bangalore. Vidyarthi Bhavan is known for its crispy and fluffy dosas that come in a variety of flavors. Be sure to arrive early to avoid the crowds.
   Estimated Time Spent: 1 hour
   Estimated Distance from Previous Location: 2.5 km
4. 2:00PM: Tour Bangalore Palace
   Built to resemble England's Windsor Castle, this royal residence boasts of opulent interiors and an extensive collection of paintings. Make sure you take a guided tour of the palace to bring alive the stories associated with it.
   Estimated Time Spent: 2 hours
   Estimated Distance from Previous Location: 3.6 km
5. 5:00PM: Explore the Bangalore street markets
   Make your way to Commercial Street or Chickpete to indulge in some street shopping. You’ll find everything from clothes, jewelry, accessories to leather goods and more. With bargain prices, this is a perfect spot for souvenir shopping.
   Estimated Time Spent: 2 hours
   Estimated Distance from Previous Location: 5.3 km
6. 7:30PM: Dinner at MTR
   Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR) is another iconic eatery with over 90 years of serving up delicious south Indian vegetarian food. Do not miss their Rava Idli and Masala Dosa, and a cup of filter coffee to end your day in the right way.
   Estimated Time Spent: 1 hour
   Estimated Distance from Previous Location: 6.1 km

Time and Costs Estimates

• Breakfast at VB Bakery (1 hour, £3)
• Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hours, £1.5)
• Lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan (1 hour, £4)
• Tour Bangalore Palace (2 hours, £5)
• Explore the Bangalore street markets (2 hours, £10)
• Dinner at MTR (1 hour, £4)
Total Estimated Costs: £27.5

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the ISKCON Temple or taking a stroll at the Cubbon Park. For those interested in the tech industry, the Signal Hill Viewpoint and HAL Aerospace Museum are good options. If you have less time, skip the street markets or the Bangalore Palace.