One Day Adventure in Bangalore: A Local's Guide

Day 1: Explore the Garden City

Bangalore, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at MTR

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms), where you can savour traditional South Indian dishes like crispy dosas and flavourful idlis.
Located at Lalbagh Road, it’s easily reachable from any part of the city by taxi.
INR350, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden

After breakfast, stroll through the lush Lalbagh Botanical Garden, famous for its stunning flower displays and serene lakes.
Lalbagh is a short 10-minute walk from MTR.
INR20, 1.5 hours

11:30AM

Explore Cubbon Park

Next, make your way to Cubbon Park, a beautiful green haven for a leisurely walk or a quick nap under the trees.
A 10-minute drive from Lalbagh; take a taxi or use a ride-hailing app.
Free, 1 hour

1:00PM

Lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan

Indulge in a famous Rava Idli and filter coffee for lunch at Vidyarthi Bhavan, a legendary eatery in Basavanagudi.
It's around 15 minutes from Cubbon Park by taxi.
INR300, 1 hour

2:30PM

Visit the Bangalore Palace

Post-lunch, visit the historic Bangalore Palace and explore its stunning architecture and royal artefacts.
A 10-minute drive from Vidyarthi Bhavan.
INR230, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Explore Commercial Street

Take some time to shop at Commercial Street, a vibrant shopping hub known for its trendy clothes, accessories, and local handicrafts.
About 15 minutes by taxi from the Bangalore Palace.
Varies, 2 hours

6:30PM

Dinner at Toit Brewpub

Finish your day with dinner at Toit, one of the best brewpubs in Bangalore, famed for its craft beers and delicious wood-fired pizzas.
It is a short 10-minute drive from Commercial Street.
INR800, 2 hours

8:30PM

Evening Walk at Brigade Road

Conclude your evening with a leisurely walk on Brigade Road, known for its lively atmosphere and street shopping.
Just a 5-minute drive from Toit.
Free, 1 hour
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