Family-Friendly 6 Day Itinerary to Mysore and Bangalore

  1. Day 1: Visit Mysore Palace
    20 minutes (7.7 km) from Mysore Zoo

    The Mysore Palace is the residence of the royal family of Mysore. The architecture is stunning with intricate details and vibrant colors. Audio guides are available to learn about the history and culture.

  2. Day 2: Explore Mysore Zoo
    20 minutes (8.5 km) from Chamarajendra Academy of Visual Arts

    Mysore Zoo offers a vast variety of animals. Visitors can see Indian and African elephants, Bengal tigers, Indian scops owl, bat, chimpanzee, white peacock, and many more. The zoo is well-maintained and perfect for a family outing.

  3. Day 3: Discover the Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
    45 minutes (13.5 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace is a beautiful monument from the 18th century. The palace offers a glimpse of the king's life and times, with numerous exhibits such as clothing, weapons, and artwork. The palace has intricate carvings, archways, and gardens.

  4. Day 4: Visit the Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    20 minutes (5.8 km) from Cubbon Park

    Lalbagh Botanical Garden is a major tourist destination in Bangalore. The garden has a vast variety of tropical plants, a glasshouse that serves as a site for various flower shows throughout the year. The garden has many walking paths, a lake, and a Japanese garden.

  5. Day 5: Explore Cubbon Park
    30 minutes (11.6 km) from Bangalore Palace

    Cubbon Park is a large public park enshrining some of Bangalore's wonders. The park has many sights such as statues of Queen Victoria, King Edward VII, and various famous Indian personalities. The park has a toy train, an aquarium, and a library.

  6. Day 6: Conclude the tour at the Bangalore Palace
    35 minutes (7.7 km) from Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

    The Bangalore Palace is a palace in mandalur, Bangalore. The palace is an epitome of rich baroque architecture, with splendid woodcarvings, Gothic-style windows, and wall designs. The palace has paintings, photographs, and other historical artifacts that the visitors can explore.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Mysore Palace (2-3 hours, INR 100-200)
  • Mysore Zoo (3-4 hours, INR 50-100)
  • Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace (1-2 hours, INR 100-200)
  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Cubbon Park (2-3 hours, INR 20-50)
  • Bangalore Palace (2-3 hours, INR 200-400)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 490-1000 (excluding transport and food)

Useful Tips

For those who want to spend additional days, they can take a day trip to Bandipur National Park from Mysore or explore various museums in Bangalore, such as The Government Museum, HAL Aerospace Museum, and Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum. However, before planning the day, it would be best to check the opening and closing times of the places.

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