3-Day Budget-Friendly Family Itinerary for Mangalore and Udupi

Day 1: Mangalore Exploration

Mangalore, India on May 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Ideal Cafe

Enjoy a budget-friendly South Indian breakfast featuring dosas and filter coffee at Ideal Cafe, a popular local eatery that opens from 7am to 11am.
INR100, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Kadri Manjunath Temple

Explore this ancient temple known for its bronze statues and peaceful ambience, open from 6am to 8pm.
INR0, 1h30m

11:30am

Stroll at Panambur Beach

Relax and enjoy the beachscape with your family; this clean beach is open all day and perfect for a budget-friendly outing.
INR0, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Giri Manja's Tandoor

Savor affordable Tandoori and North Indian dishes in a family-friendly setting, open from 12pm to 10:30pm.
INR250, 1h0m

3:00pm

Visit Sultan Battery

Visit this historic watchtower and enjoy views of the Arabian Sea; open all day and free to explore.
INR0, 1h0m

5:00pm

Check-in at Hotel Deepa Comforts

Affordable family stay option offering clean and comfortable rooms located centrally in Mangalore.
INR1200 per night, N/A

7:30pm

Dinner at City Centre Restaurant

Try local Mangalorean seafood and vegetarian dishes at modest prices, open till 10pm.
INR300, 1h0m
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Day 2: Udupi Temples & Food

Udupi, India on May 4, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Woodlands Restaurant

Start your day with traditional Udupi South Indian breakfast dishes like idli and vada served at affordable prices, open from 7am to 11am.
INR100, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Sri Krishna Temple

Explore the famous and historic Krishna temple, experience the morning rituals; the temple is open from 6am to 1pm, then 5pm to 9pm.
INR0, 1h30m

11:00am

Walk through Udupi Local Market

Experience the bustling market where you can buy local produce, spices, and handicrafts, open till afternoon.
INR0, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Woodlands Restaurant (Udupi)

Enjoy authentic Udupi cuisine including vegetarian meals served on a banana leaf, highly affordable and traditional, open until 3pm.
INR200, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Malpe Beach

Spend a relaxing afternoon at this beautiful beach; ideal for children and family activities and free entry.
INR0, 2h0m

5:00pm

Return to Mangalore

Travel back to Mangalore (around 1 hour by road) and check-in again at Hotel Deepa Comforts for convenience.
INR300 (transport), 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Sagar Ratna

Enjoy budget-friendly South Indian vegetarian dishes with a family-friendly atmosphere open till 10pm.
INR250, 1h0m
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Day 3: St. Mary's Islands Visit

Near Mangalore, India on May 5, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Hotel Deepa Comforts

Enjoy a simple, budget-friendly breakfast included with your stay to start early for the island visit.
Included, 0h30m

8:30am

Travel to Malpe Port

Reach Malpe Port to catch the ferry for St. Mary's Islands, about 30 minutes from Mangalore.
INR150 (taxi), 0h30m

9:30am

Ferry to St. Mary's Islands

Enjoy a short ferry ride (approx. 20 minutes) to the iconic St. Mary's Islands known for unique basalt rock formations and scenic views, ferries operate 9am to 5pm.
INR120, 4h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Malpe Beach shacks

Affordable fresh seafood and local snacks available at beachside shacks after your island trip.
INR300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Return to Mangalore and Shopping

Head back to Mangalore for some last-minute shopping for souvenirs in local markets.
INR0, 2h0m

6:00pm

Departure or relax at Hotel Deepa Comforts

Depending on your schedule, relax at your hotel or proceed to your onward journey.
N/A, Variable
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