One Day in Bangalore: A Tour Guide Itinerary

  1. 9:00 AM: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Bangalore Palace

    Explore the 240 acres of gardens with over 1,800 species of plants. Be sure to visit the glass house modeled after London's Crystal Palace and see the famous Lalbagh Rock.

  2. 11:00 AM: Bangalore Palace
    15 minutes (4.5 km) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Built in 1887, this palace is a beautiful example of Tudor-style architecture. Take a guided tour of the grounds, including the palace interior, royal artifacts and the sprawling gardens.

  3. 1:00 PM: Lunch at MTR
    10 minutes (2.8 km) from Bangalore Palace

    Enjoy a traditional South Indian meal at Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR). It's famous for its masala dosa, idli, vada and filter coffee. Be prepared for long waiting times on weekends.

  4. 2:00 PM: Cubbon Park
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from MTR

    A perfect place to relax and take in the lush greenery of the city. This 300-acre park has a toy train, an aquarium and a museum. Take a stroll through the walking paths to see the statues of famous personalities.

  5. 4:00 PM: Bangalore Fort and Tipu Sultan's Palace
    15 minutes (3.6 km) from Cubbon Park

    The historic Bangalore Fort was built in the 16th century. It was later expanded by Tipu Sultan and converted into a palace. See the impressive teakwood pillars, beautiful frescoes and the famous Tiger Throne.

  6. 6:00 PM: ISKCON Bangalore
    20 minutes (5.3 km) from Bangalore Fort and Tipu Sultan's Palace

    The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) temple is a modern structure built in 1997. It has a beautiful architecture, serene atmosphere and a vegetarian restaurant inside. Join the evening aarti or watch the multimedia show.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2 hours, Rs. 20)
  • Bangalore Palace (2 hours, Rs. 260)
  • Lunch at MTR (1 hour, Rs. 200)
  • Cubbon Park (2 hours, Free)
  • Bangalore Fort and Tipu Sultan's Palace (2 hours, Rs. 200)
  • ISKCON Bangalore (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: Rs. 680
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