Fun-filled One Day Birthday Trip to Mysore from Bangalore with a Toddler

Day 1: Family and Fun

Mysore, India on May 5, 2025

6:30am

Departure from Bangalore

Start your day early by leaving Bangalore at 6:30am to avoid city traffic, aiming to reach Mysore by around 9:00am. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours by car on NH275.
INR 0, 2h30m

9:15am

Breakfast at RRR Restaurant

Begin your Mysore day with a wholesome South Indian breakfast including dosas and idlis at RRR Restaurant, known for its hygienic environment and delicious traditional food. It opens at 7:00am.
INR 300 approx., 45m

10:15am

Visit Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)

Spend an hour and a half exploring Mysore Zoo, a fantastic place for children to see animals like elephants, giraffes, and butterflies in well-maintained enclosures. Zoo timings are 8:30am to 5:30pm, so morning visit helps avoid crowds and heat.
INR 80 adults, INR 20 children, 1h30m

12:00pm

Explore Mysore Palace

Next, visit the grand Mysore Palace to marvel at its stunning architecture and royal artifacts. The palace is stroller-friendly and opens from 10:00am to 5:30pm, perfect for a midday visit. The colorful interior and the large grounds will keep your daughter fascinated.
INR 70 adults, INR 30 children, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Mylari Restaurant

Enjoy a light lunch featuring Mysore’s famous soft dosas at Mylari Restaurant, a popular spot close to the palace. It's kid-friendly and quick service makes it perfect for young children.
INR 400 approx., 45m

2:00pm

Relaxing break at Kukkarahalli Lake

Take a relaxing stroll around Kukkarahalli Lake, a calm environment perfect for young children to enjoy nature and feed the birds, with shaded pathways for easy movement with a stroller.
Free, 45m

3:00pm

Visit Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion & Children's Museum

Head to Jayalakshmi Vilas Mansion which includes a small children's museum and interactive exhibits that your toddler will enjoy discovering in a historic setting. Open from 10:00am to 5:00pm.
INR 30 approx., 1h

4:15pm

Birthday Cake and Snacks at RRR Restaurant (or similar)

Arrange for a customized birthday cake and some kid-friendly snacks at RRR or a nearby bakery to celebrate your daughter's birthday in a cozy setting before the return journey.
INR 600 approx., 45m

5:00pm

Departure back to Bangalore

Leave Mysore by 5:00pm to reach Bangalore by around 7:30pm, timing to avoid late-night road fatigue for your toddler.
INR 0, 2h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at home or nearby Bangalore restaurant

You can choose to have a light dinner back at home or at a stroller-friendly Bangalore restaurant depending on your preference and energy levels after the day trip.
Varies, Flexible
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