One Day in Bangalore: The City Experience

  1. 9:00AM: Lalbagh Botanical Gardens
    15 minutes (3.5 km) from Bangalore Palace

    The Lalbagh Botanical Gardens is a 240-acre garden that houses hundreds of plant species. It is renowned for its famous glass house, which hosts flower shows on a regular basis. Spend some time strolling through the gardens and appreciating the flora.

  2. 11:00AM: Bangalore Palace
    20 minutes (6.2 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Gardens

    The Bangalore Palace is a beautiful palace built in the Tudor style of architecture. The palace is spread across 450 acres and features exquisite wood carvings, paintings and architecture from the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Take a stroll around the palace and marvel at the beautiful architecture.

  3. 1:00PM: Lunch at MTR
    10 minutes (2.7 km) from Bangalore Palace

    MTR is a popular restaurant chain that serves authentic South Indian food. You must try the idlis, vadas and dosas - they are all absolutely delicious.

  4. 2:30PM: Bangalore Fort
    20 minutes (6 km) from MTR

    The Bangalore Fort is a history lover's paradise. It was initially built in the year 1537 by the founder of Bangalore, Kempe Gowda. The fort has seen many rulers and was later expanded by Tipu Sultan - a popular figure in Bangalore's history. Today, only remnants of the fort remain, but it is still an important historical site of Bangalore.

  5. 4:00PM: Vidhana Soudha
    20 minutes (4 km) from Bangalore Fort

    The Vidhana Soudha is the seat of the Karnataka State Legislature and is one of the most impressive buildings of Bangalore. Constructed in the neo-Dravidian style of architecture, the building is a sight to behold. You can take a guided tour of the premises or simply enjoy the views from the outside.

  6. 6:00PM: Shopping on Brigade Road
    15 minutes (2.4 km) from Vidhana Soudha

    Brigade Road is one of the most popular shopping spots in Bangalore. You can head to the popular M.G Road or enjoy some street shopping on Brigade Road. There are plenty of options for clothing, handicrafts, and souvenirs. Make sure to bargain for the best prices!

  7. 8:00PM: Dinner at Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR)
    10 minutes (3 km) from Brigade Road

    If you enjoyed your lunch at MTR, you'll love their dinner menu too. Head back to Mavalli Tiffin Room for some delicious thalis and filter coffee. It's a great way to end a day of sightseeing!

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Gardens (2 hours, free)
  • Bangalore Palace (2 hours, ₹230 per person)
  • Lunch at MTR (1.5 hours, ₹300 per person)
  • Bangalore Fort (1.5 hours, free)
  • Vidhana Soudha (1 hour, free)
  • Shopping on Brigade Road (2 hours, cost varies)
  • Dinner at MTR (1.5 hours, ₹250 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs (₹) - ₹1030 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add the following places to your itinerary: The National Gallery of Modern Art, The ISKCON Temple, and the Bangalore Museum. If you have less time, you can skip shopping on Brigade Road and dine at MTR earlier.

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