Family-Friendly 2-Day Mysore Itinerary Without Own Vehicle

Day 1: Mysore City Tour

Mysore, India on April 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at RRR Restaurant

Start your day with a hearty South Indian breakfast of dosas and filter coffee at this popular Mysore eatery, known for its authentic flavours. The restaurant opens at 7:30am.
INR150, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the iconic Mysore Palace, an architectural marvel with grand halls, intricate artwork and royal history. The palace is open from 10:00am to 5:30pm.
INR70 per adult, INR30 per child, 2h0m

12:00pm

Stroll around Jaganmohan Palace Art Gallery

Just a short walk from Mysore Palace, this gallery showcases classic Mysore paintings and fine art. The gallery operates from 10:00am to 5:30pm.
INR40, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Vinayaka Mylari

Enjoy the famous soft dosas and other local delicacies in this small but highly recommended eatery near the palace, open till 9:00pm.
INR120, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit St. Philomena's Cathedral

Take an auto-rickshaw to this stunning neo-Gothic cathedral featuring beautiful stained glass and peaceful surroundings. Open till 6:00pm.
Free, 1h0m

4:30pm

Relax at Kukkarahalli Lake

Enjoy a leisurely walk or birdwatch around this serene lake popular with locals, easily accessible by local auto-rickshaw.
Free, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel Mylari

Conclude your day with traditional Mysore meals served in a simple, family-friendly setting. Open until 10:00pm.
INR200, 1h0m
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Day 2: Chamundi Hills & Zoo

Mysore, India on April 30, 2025

7:30am

Early Breakfast at Green Hotel

Start early with a wholesome breakfast at the Green Hotel’s café, known for organic and healthy options. They open at 7:00am.
INR250, 1h0m

8:30am

Visit Chamundi Hills

Take a local bus or shared auto to Chamundi Hills to visit the famed Chamundeshwari Temple and get panoramic views of Mysore. The temple is open from 6:00am to 7:00pm.
Free, 2h0m

11:00am

Explore Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)

Proceed by local transport to Mysore Zoo to see a variety of animals in well-maintained enclosures. The zoo is open from 8:30am to 5:30pm.
INR80 per adult, INR40 per child, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Vinayaka Mylari

Return to the city center and enjoy another round of Mysore’s famous dosas and light meals at Vinayaka Mylari to refuel.
INR120, 1h0m

3:00pm

Walk at Brindavan Gardens

Take a local cab to Brindavan Gardens and enjoy the vibrant botanical gardens and musical fountains. The gardens open till 7:30pm.
INR50, 2h0m

6:00pm

Return to Mysore City and Dinner at Dasaprakash

Enjoy an early dinner featuring traditional South Indian vegetarian meals at Dasaprakash before wrapping up your trip. Open till 9:00pm.
INR300, 1h0m
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