Family-Friendly Itinerary for 5 Days in Bangalore

  • Day 1: Lalbagh Botanical Garden
    20 minutes (5.3 miles) from Kempegowda International Airport

    Lalbagh Botanical Garden is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Bangalore. It has an expansive collection of exotic plants, aquarium and glasshouse. The garden also features several species of birds and a serene lake.

  • Day 2: Wonderla Amusement Park
    1 hour (15.5 miles) from Lalbagh Botanical Garden

    Wonderla Amusement Park is a perfect destination to spend time with family. The park offers several rides for all age groups, ranging from gentle to extreme thrill to water rides. The park also has a variety of food options, making it a wholesome experience.

  • Day 3: Bannerghatta Biological Park
    1 hour 10 minutes (20 miles) from Wonderla Amusement Park

    Bannerghatta Biological Park is a national park that houses a zoo, a museum, an aquarium and a butterfly park. The park also offers safari rides that take you through the forest and allow you to see wildlife up close.

  • Day 4: Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum
    40 minutes (13 miles) from Bannerghatta Biological Park

    Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum is a museum designed for children to learn about science and technology. The museum has several interactive exhibits and models that help in understanding complex scientific concepts through playing and experimentation.

  • Day 5: Bangalore Palace
    30 minutes (7.6 miles) from Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum

    Bangalore Palace is a perfect amalgamation of Tudor and Scottish Gothic architecture. The palace features magnificent halls, elegant woodcarvings, paintings, and antiques. The palace also has sprawling gardens, variety of birds and a toy train for children.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Lalbagh Botanical Garden (2-3 hours, INR 25)
  • Wonderla Amusement Park (6-7 hours, INR 1250)
  • Bannerghatta Biological Park (4-5 hours, INR 260)
  • Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum (3 hours, INR 40)
  • Bangalore Palace (3-4 hours, INR 230)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1805

Transportation

While in Bangalore, it's recommended to hire a cab or use app-based ride-sharing services like Ola or Uber. They are affordable and convenient for getting around the city. The average cost for a cab is around INR 15/km. It's advisable to avoid rush hour traffic for faster travel time.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, you can add exploring Cubbon Park or the Nandi Hills to your itinerary. However, if you have limited time, you can skip Bannerghatta Biological Park and extend your stay at other attractions. It's advisable to book tickets in advance for Wonderla Amusement Park to avoid long queues.

Airports

The primary airport in Bangalore is Kempegowda International Airport (BLR). The airport is located approximately 30 km from the city center and serves both domestic and international flights.

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