Bustling Bengaluru: A 10-Day City Experience Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Cubbon Park
    20 minutes (6km) from Bangalore Airport

    Immerse yourself in 100-acres of greenery with colourful flowers and plants, lawns, fountains, and historical statues. Perfect to relax and enjoy a picnic.

  2. Day 2: Bangalore Palace
    30 minutes (5km) from Cubbon Park

    Designed by the British in the Tudor style of architecture, this palace highlights the history of the Mysore Kingdom. Enjoy some of their intricate artwork, paintings, and artefacts with an audio tour.

  3. Day 3: Ulsoor Lake
    30 minutes (4 km) from Bangalore Palace

    Paddle-boat around the serene waters with city views while admiring the colourful birds that call the lake their home.

  4. Day 4: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    25 minutes (3.5 km) from Ulsoor Lake

    Take in the beauty and serenity of this 240-acre park with exotic trees, blooming flowers, and a beautiful glasshouse. Don't miss the aerial view of the park from the watchtower.

  5. Day 5: Bangalore Fort and Tipu Sultan's Palace
    30 minutes (4 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Discover the great history of Tipu Sultan's Palace featuring an outstanding collection of armaments and relics, as well as the remains of his father's fort.

  6. Day 6: HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum
    40 minutes (12 km) from Bangalore Fort

    Explore the history of India's aerospace and aviation research facilities, with an impressive collection of old photographs, fighter jets, and a flight simulator to try your hand at flying.

  7. Day 7: Vidhana Soudha
    30 minutes (9 km) from HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum

    The home of the legislative assembly, this impressive Neo-Dravidian-style building is famous for its massive dome and Corinthian Columns.

  8. Day 8: Bangalore Museum
    15 minutes (3 km) from Vidhana Soudha

    Take a dive into the culture and history of Karnataka with 18 galleries showcasing folk art, weaponry, sculptures, and inscriptions.

  9. Day 9: Attara Kacheri
    10 minutes (500m) from Bangalore Museum

    Located opposite Vidhana Soudha, visit the High Court of Karnataka building designed in the Gothic style of architecture and made of red bricks, that hold the distinction of being the third-largest court building in the world.

  10. Day 10: Commercial Street
    10 minutes (1.5 km) from Attara Kacheri

    Shop for everything from trendy clothing to beautiful jewellery, and trinkets at this bustling market street, a favourite with locals and visitors alike.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Cubbon Park (2 hours, free)
  • Bangalore Palace (1.5 hours, INR 230)
  • Ulsoor Lake (2 hours, INR 50 for 30mins boat ride)
  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Bangalore Fort and Tipu Sultan's Palace (2 hours, INR 15)
  • HAL Heritage Centre and Aerospace Museum (2-3 hours, INR 50)
  • Vidhana Soudha (1-2 hours, free)
  • Bangalore Museum (2 hours, INR 5)
  • Attara Kacheri (1-2 hours, free)
  • Commercial Street (1-2 hours, price varies per shop preference)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 375

Useful Tips

If you have more time, indulge in a spa treatment at Ayurvedagram, visit the Bangalore Palace Grounds for an event, or go cave exploring at Anthargange. For less time, choose any 6-7 activities with a maximum distance of 10km. Be careful with heavy traffic, aim to start early mornings - they offer the best weather for sightseeing

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