Bangalore to Mysore: A Weekend Getaway Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Bangalore

Bangalore, India

8:00AM

Breakfast at MTR

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast at Mavalli Tiffin Rooms (MTR), famous for its dosas and filter coffee.
Take an Ola or Uber to MTR located in Lalbagh.
INR 250, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Stroll through the beautifully landscaped paths of Lalbagh, where you can see exotic plant species and the famous glass house.
You can walk to the adjacent Lalbagh from MTR.
INR 20, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Nagarathpet

Savor a quick meal in Nagarathpet, where you can indulge in spicy biryani at the iconic Shivaji Military Hotel.
Take a short auto-rickshaw ride from Lalbagh to Nagarathpet.
INR 300, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Bangalore Palace

After lunch, head to Bangalore Palace, where you can admire the stunning architecture and learn about its royal history.
Take an auto-rickshaw from Nagarathpet to Bangalore Palace.
INR 230, 1.5 hours

3:30PM

Coffee Break at Third Wave Coffee

Enjoy a refreshing coffee break at Third Wave Coffee before wrapping up your Bangalore exploration.
A short walk from Bangalore Palace.
INR 150, 45 minutes

5:00PM

Travel to Mysore

Head to Mysore either by train or car, looking forward to the sights of the city.
Drive 145 km or take a train from Bangalore City Junction to Mysore Junction.
INR 200 (train ticket), 3 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at RRR

Enjoy a sumptuous dinner at RRR Hotel, known for its delicious Mysore-style meals, especially the biryani.
Roughly 20 minutes from Mysore station by taxi.
INR 400, 1.5 hours

9:30PM

Check-in at Hotel

Relax and settle down at your hotel in Mysore, preparing for the next day's adventures.
Pre-arranged taxi from RRR to your hotel.
INR 1500 (approximately, depending on the hotel), 30 minutes
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Day 2: Discover Mysore

Mysore, India

7:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Fuel up with a hearty breakfast at your hotel before venturing out to explore Mysore.
At the hotel restaurant.
Included, 1 hour

8:30AM

Visit Mysore Palace

Start your day by visiting the iconic Mysore Palace, known for its stunning grandeur and rich history.
Short taxi ride from the hotel to Mysore Palace.
INR 50, 1.5 hours

10:00AM

Explore St. Philomena's Church

Next, visit St. Philomena's Church, one of the largest churches in India with beautiful architecture.
A quick 10-minute taxi ride from Mysore Palace.
Free, 1 hour

11:30AM

Visit Chamundi Hill

Ascend Chamundi Hill to visit the Chamundeshwari Temple and enjoy panoramic views of Mysore.
Take a taxi or a private cab for around 30 minutes.
Free (if walking), INR 200 (taxi), 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Hotel RRR

Return to the city for lunch at Hotel RRR, where you can enjoy local thalis and traditional fare.
Travel back to city center and find Hotel RRR.
INR 300, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore Mysore Zoo

Post-lunch, take a trip to Mysore Zoo, one of the oldest and most well-maintained zoos in India.
Catch a short taxi cab to Mysore Zoo.
INR 100, 2 hours

5:30PM

Shopping at Devaraja Market

Head to Devaraja Market for some local shopping, where you can find spices, silk, and more.
A quick 10-minute ride from Mysore Zoo.
Free (depends on purchases), 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at The Olde Hampi Restaurant

Finish your day with dinner at The Olde Hampi Restaurant, experiencing Mysore's rich culinary scene once more.
A short drive from Devaraja Market.
INR 350, 1.5 hours

8:30PM

Return to Hotel

Return to your hotel and relax, reflecting on the memories of the past two days.
Taxi back to hotel.
INR 150, 30 minutes
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