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3-Day Ultimate Mysore Itinerary: Explore Palaces, Temples, and Gardens

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Day 1: Heritage and Culture

Mysore, India on June 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at RRR Restaurant

Enjoy a traditional South Indian breakfast with fresh dosas and filter coffee, a Mysore staple. The restaurant opens by 7am, ensuring a good start to your day.

INR400, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Mysore Palace

Explore the grand Mysore Palace, the former royal residence, known for its stunning Indo-Saracenic architecture and lavish interiors. Open daily from 10am to 5:30pm.

INR70, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Mylari Hotel

Savor Mysore’s famous soft dosas and flavorful chutneys in this local favorite eatery, open from 9am to 8pm.

INR300, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Jaganmohan Palace and Art Gallery

Discover a rich collection of traditional and modern Indian artwork housed in the former royal palace, open from 9am to 5pm.

INR35, 1h30m

3:30pm

Relax at Brindavan Gardens

Experience the beautiful terraced gardens and the musical fountain show that starts in the evening; gardens open until 7:30pm, fountain show at 7pm.

INR50, 2h30m

7:30pm

Dinner at Hotel RRR

Enjoy varied South Indian and North Indian dishes in a comfortable setting, open until 11pm.

INR600, 1h0m

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Day 2: Nature and Wildlife

Mysore, India on June 6, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Vinayaka Mylari

Start with a popular Mysore dish – butter dosa with chutney; the place opens from 7am.

INR250, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Mysore Zoo (Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens)

One of India’s oldest zoos, home to diverse animal species in a well-maintained environment; open 8:30am to 5:30pm.

INR80, 3h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Green Hotel Forest Restaurant

Dine amidst greenery serving healthy Indian and continental cuisine, open until 3pm.

INR700, 1h0m

2:30pm

Chamundi Hill and Chamundeshwari Temple

Climb or drive up Chamundi Hill to visit this historic hilltop temple offering panoramic views of Mysore; open 6am to 7pm.

Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Visit Nandi Bull Statue

On the way down from Chamundi Hill, see the giant monolithic Nandi statue, a spectacular example of sculptural art.

Free, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at The Old House

Experience a cozy European-style dining with great pasta and seafood options, open till 10:30pm.

INR900, 1h0m

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Day 3: Architecture and Markets

Mysore, India on June 7, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe Aramane

Light breakfast with coffee and baked goods in a calm atmosphere, café opens at 7am.

INR350, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit St. Philomena's Cathedral

Explore this majestic Neo-Gothic church known for its stained glass and towers, open from 8am to 6pm.

Free, 1h0m

11:00am

Explore Karanji Lake

Relax in the park, visit the butterfly garden and enjoy boating; open 8am to 7pm.

INR30, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Vinayaka Mylari (again for authentic Mysore taste)

Try the Mysore masala dosa or idli paired with coconut chutney, great local flavors, open until 3pm.

INR300, 1h0m

2:30pm

Shopping at Devaraja Market

Browse vibrant market stalls selling flowers, spices, silk, and handicrafts, perfect for souvenirs; open until 7pm.

Variable depending on purchases, 2h0m

5:00pm

Visit St. Bartholomew's Church

Historic Anglican church with colonial architecture, open during daylight hours for visitors.

Free, 0h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Vinayaka Mylari or dinner at Jazzbird Cafe & Restaurant

Choose casual dining with local dishes or try the Jazzbird Cafe for contemporary Indian and fusion cuisine open until 10:30pm.

INR700, 1h0m

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3-Day Ultimate Mysore Itinerary: Explore Palaces, Temples, and Gardens

Day 1: Heritage and Culture

8:00am

9:30am

12:00pm

1:30pm

3:30pm

7:30pm

Day 2: Nature and Wildlife

8:00am

9:30am

1:00pm

2:30pm

5:00pm

7:00pm

Day 3: Architecture and Markets

8:00am

9:30am

11:00am

1:00pm

2:30pm

5:00pm

7:00pm

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