Two-Day Cultural and Culinary Escape from Bhopal to Indore

Day 1: Arrival and City Exploration

Indore, India on May 11, 2025

6:30am

Travel to Indore

Start early from Bhopal by train or taxi to Indore; the journey takes around 3 hours, allowing you to reach Indore by mid-morning.
INR500-1000, 3h0m

9:30am

Breakfast at Joshi Upachar

Enjoy a traditional Indore breakfast of poha and jalebi at the famous Joshi Upachar, open from 7am to 11am.
INR150, 1h0m

10:30am

Visit Rajwada Palace

Explore the historic Rajwada Palace, a seven-storey heritage building blending Maratha and Mughal architecture, open from 9am to 5pm.
INR20, 1h30m

12:00pm

Walk through Sarafa Bazaar

Experience the bustling Sarafa Bazaar, famous for its jewellery shops by day and vibrant street food at night.
Free, 30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Viva Garden Restaurant

Relish authentic Malwi Thali—a regional specialty—available at Viva Garden, open 12pm to 3pm.
INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Lal Bagh Palace

Tour the Lal Bagh Palace, a regal building showcasing royal artefacts, open from 10am to 5pm.
INR50, 1h

3:00pm

Relax at Indore Central Library and Kamla Nehru Park

Enjoy some peaceful moments at the Central Library adjacent to Kamla Nehru Park for some greenery and local ambience.
Free, 1h

5:00pm

Evening Snack at 56 Dukaan

Taste a variety of street food snacks like bhutte ka kees and samosas at 56 Dukaan, a famous street food cluster open until late.
INR150, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Mandu Restaurant

Dine at Mandu Restaurant for a delicious mix of North Indian and local cuisine; open from 7pm to 11pm.
INR400, 1h30m
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Day 2: Cultural Insights and Return

Indore to Bhopal, India on May 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Chappan Dukaan

Start your day with an extensive breakfast at Chappan Dukaan, sampling local favourites; open from 7am onwards.
INR200, 1h

8:30am

Visit Central Museum (Indore Museum)

Explore the Central Museum for insights into regional history and archaeology, open from 10am to 5pm (recommended to check if early visit permitted).
INR10, 1h30m

10:00am

Explore Khajrana Ganesh Temple

Visit the revered Khajrana Ganesh Temple, known for its spiritual significance and vibrant architecture.
Free, 1h0m

11:30am

Shopping and Snacks at Pitalpura Market

Browse traditional crafts and taste street snacks in Pitalpura Market, a great place to pick local souvenirs.
Variable, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Nafees Restaurant

Enjoy delicious Mughlai and North Indian dishes at Nafees Restaurant, open 12pm to 3pm.
INR350, 1h

1:30pm

Return Travel to Bhopal

Begin your journey back to Bhopal by train or taxi, concluding your two-day excursion to Indore.
INR500-1000, 3h
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