One Day Tour of Mysore in May 2023

  1. Chamundi Hill
    9:00AM
    20 minutes (6.8 km) from Mysore Railway Station

    Chamundi Hill is a major tourist attraction in Mysore, with a magnificent statue of Nandi at the top of the hill and Lord Shiva's temple. The hill offers a panoramic view of the city and is a great spot for photography.

  2. Mysore Palace
    10:30AM
    20 minutes (5.4 km) from Chamundi Hill

    The Mysore Palace is a remarkable example of Indo-Saracenic architecture and is one of the most visited tourist spots in Mysore. The palace is illuminated with thousands of lights during the Dussehra festival, and it is a sight to behold.

  3. Jaganmohan Palace and Art Gallery
    12:00PM
    15 minutes (2.7 km) from Mysore Palace

    The Jaganmohan Palace was once the residence of the Wadiyars, and now it has been converted into a museum and art gallery. The palace displays a stunning collection of artefacts, paintings, and sculptures from the Wadiyar dynasty.

  4. Lunch at Hotel RRR
    1:30PM
    10 minutes (1.4 km) from Jaganmohan Palace and Art Gallery

    Hotel RRR is a popular restaurant in Mysore and offers delicious South Indian cuisine. The restaurant is known for its authentic taste and friendly service.

  5. Mysore Zoo
    3:00PM
    15 minutes (3.9 km) from Hotel RRR

    The Mysore Zoo is one of the oldest and most popular zoos in India. It is home to a wide variety of animals, including tigers, lions, elephants, and chimpanzees. The zoo is also involved in several conservation programmes.

  6. Brindavan Gardens
    5:00PM
    25 minutes (20.3 km) from Mysore Zoo

    The Brindavan Gardens is a beautiful garden complex situated near the Krishna Raja Sagara dam. The garden is sprawling and is known for its musical fountain and colourful light displays in the evenings. It is a perfect place to unwind at the end of the day.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Chamundi Hill (1 hour, Free)
  • Mysore Palace (1.5 hours, INR 40 per person)
  • Jaganmohan Palace and Art Gallery (1 hour, INR 35 per person)
  • Lunch at Hotel RRR (1 hour, INR 500 for two people)
  • Mysore Zoo (2 hours, INR 80 per person)
  • Brindavan Gardens (1.5 hours, INR 15 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 670 for two people
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