3-Day Cultural and Culinary Journey Through Bengaluru

Day 1: Heritage and Markets

Bengaluru, India on May 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Vidyarthi Bhavan

Start your day with the iconic Masala Dosa at Vidyarthi Bhavan, a historic eatery famous for its traditional South Indian breakfast. Open from 7:30am to 11:00am.
INR200, 1h

9:30am

Visit Bangalore Palace

Tour the Bangalore Palace to admire Tudor-style architecture and royal history. The palace is open from 10am to 5:30pm, and guided tours last around an hour.
INR230, 1h30m

11:30am

Explore Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace

Visit this historic summer retreat with beautiful Indo-Islamic architecture and learn about Tipu Sultan’s reign. Open daily from 10am to 5pm.
INR15, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)

Enjoy authentic Karnataka cuisine including Rava Idli and Bisi Bele Bath at the legendary MTR restaurant, open from 11am to 10pm.
INR300, 1h

2:30pm

Shopping at Commercial Street

Souvenir shopping and exploring bustling Commercial Street’s vibrant markets for clothes, handicrafts, and accessories. Shops typically open until 9pm.
Varies, 2h

5:00pm

Coffee Break at Koshy’s Cafe

Relax with a coffee at Koshy’s, a historic cafe known for its charming colonial ambiance. Open until 11pm.
INR150, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Only Place

Dine on delicious continental dishes and steaks at The Only Place, open from 12pm to 11pm.
INR600, 1h30m

Day 2: Nature and Shopping

Bengaluru, India on May 30, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Airlines Hotel

Enjoy classic South Indian breakfast like Idli and Vada at the open-air Airlines Hotel, from 7am to 11am.
INR200, 1h

9:00am

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Stroll Lalbagh, a beautifully manicured botanical garden with exotic plants and a glasshouse inspired by London’s Crystal Palace. Open from 6am to 7pm.
INR20, 2h

11:30am

Visit Bull Temple

Explore the famous Bull Temple home to a gigantic granite Nandi statue, open from 6am to 8pm daily.
Free, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Nagarjuna

Taste traditional Andhra-style spicy biryani and thalis at Nagarjuna, open 11am to 11pm.
INR400, 1h

2:30pm

Explore Brigade Road and MG Road

Shop for trendy clothes, accessories, and browse cafes on these vibrant shopping streets. Most shops open until 9pm.
Varies, 3h

6:00pm

Evening Tea at Chaayos

Relax with authentic Indian chai and snacks at Chaayos, open until 11pm.
INR120, 30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Ebony

Enjoy rooftop dining with a panoramic view of the city featuring Indian and Asian fusion cuisine. Open 12pm to 11pm.
INR700, 1h30m

Day 3: Modern Bengaluru

Bengaluru, India on May 31, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe Coffee Day

Start with fresh coffee and light breakfast options at Cafe Coffee Day, the renowned Indian coffeehouse chain. Most locations open from 8am.
INR150, 1h

9:30am

Visit Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

Engage with interactive science and technology exhibits in this family-friendly museum, open 10am to 5pm.
INR40, 2h

12:00pm

Walk at Cubbon Park

Relax at Cubbon Park, a large green space in the city center, perfect for a stroll. Open 6am to 7pm.
Free, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Koshy's Restaurant

Enjoy a blend of continental and Indian dishes in this iconic Bangalore eatery, open 11am to 11pm.
INR500, 1h

2:30pm

Explore UB City Mall

Shop luxury brands or relax in high-end cafes at UB City, the upscale shopping mall open 10am to 10pm.
Varies, 2h

5:00pm

Evening Drink at Toit Brewery

Sample craft beers at Toit, one of Bangalore’s famous microbreweries. Open from 5pm to midnight.
INR500, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Karavalli

Savor authentic coastal Karnataka seafood dishes at Karavalli, open from 12pm to 11pm.
INR1000, 1h30m