Start your day with a visit to the Bangalore Palace (10am-5:30pm), the city's most iconic landmark, inspired by the Windsor Castle. Next, head to the Cubbon Park (6am-6pm) to enjoy a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Grab lunch at the Vidyarthi Bhavan (7am-12pm, 2pm-8pm), a classic South Indian eatery with delicious masala dosas. Spend your afternoon exploring the HAL Aerospace Museum (9am-5pm) that showcases India's aviation history. End your day watching a Bollywood movie at PVR Cinemas (10am-11pm), the largest cinema chain in India.
Explore the stunning Mysore Palace (10am-5:30pm), one of the grandest palaces in India that boasts of Indo-Saracenic architecture. Walk over to the Devaraja Market (6am-9pm), a bustling market that offers a variety of spices, silk sarees, and authentic Mysore Pak. Indulge in some local fare at the Mylari Dosa (7:30am-12pm, 4:30pm-9pm) that serves crispy dosas with a dollop of butter on top. Spend your afternoon learning about the history of sandalwood at the Mysore Sandal Soap Factory (10am-5pm) and how it is used in the production of soap, incense, and oils. End your day with a visit to the magnificent Brindavan Gardens (6:30am-9pm), where you can see a spectacular water show in the evening.
If you have more time in Bangalore, consider visiting the Lalbagh Botanical Garden (6am-7pm) or the Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace (8:30am-5:30pm). In Mysore, you can also visit the Chamundeshwari Temple (7:30am-9pm) or take a tour of the Mysore Zoo (8:30am-5:30pm). If you have less time, you can skip the HAL Aerospace Museum or the Devaraja market.