A Memorable Day Exploring Family Friendly Mysore in September 2023

  1. 9:00AM: Mysore Palace
    Located in the heart of the city; 20 minutes (3.2 miles) from Mysore Railway Station

    The Mysore Palace is a breathtaking treasure of architecture and history that’s perfect for all ages. The Palace has finely detailed carvings, paintings, and artworks that beautifully preserve the history and culture of the region for over many centuries.

  2. 11:00AM: St. Philomena's Cathedral
    19 minutes (2.5 miles) from Mysore Palace

    This beautiful Gothic-style Cathedral is one of the tallest in Asia and was built in honor of Saint Philomena. Its stunning stained glass windows and architecture are sure to leave both kids and adults in awe.

  3. 12:30PM: Hotel Dasaprakash
    8 minutes (1 mile) from St. Philomena's Cathedral

    For a lunch break, try the South Indian Thali at Hotel Dasaprakash, a family-friendly chain of restaurants serving the best authentic vegetarian food in Mysore.

  4. 2:00 PM: Railway Museum
    16 minutes (2.8 miles) from Hotel Dasaprakash

    Kids and adults alike will have fun at the Railway Museum, where they can learn about the history of Indian Railways and see numerous trains, engines, and different types of coaches.

  5. 4:00 PM: Brindavan Gardens
    36 minutes (12.4 miles) from Railway Museum

    End the day with the spectacular Musical Fountains show at the Brindavan Gardens. The gardens are located just outside the city and have beautiful fountains and a large botanical park. The Musical Fountain show is a stunning display of waterworks set to soulful music.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • Mysore Palace (1.5 hours, INR 50 per person)
  • St. Philomena's Cathedral (1 hour, free entry)
  • Hotel Dasaprakash (1 hour, INR 200 per person)
  • Railway Museum (1.5 hours, INR 40 per person)
  • Brindavan Gardens (2 hours, INR 20 per person)

  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 360 per person

Useful Tips:

If there's time to spare, there are also other great attractions such as the Zoo, Regional Museum of Natural History, and the Chamundi Hills that offer a great view of the city. Be careful of aggressive monkeys if visiting Chamundi Hills. To save time, book tickets in advance and hire a cab or auto rickshaw to get around.

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