Explore Mangalore: A 3-Day Coastal Adventure in Karnataka

Day 1: Beach and City Sights

Mangalore, India on July 1, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Ideal Café

Enjoy a traditional Mangalorean breakfast including neer dosa and kadak chai at this iconic café open from 7am to 11am.
INR150, 45m

9:00am

Visit Panambur Beach

Relax at Panambur Beach, a clean and well-maintained beach popular for camel rides and water sports. Open all day.
Free, 2h

11:30am

Explore City Centre

Walk through Hampankatta area for sightseeing of local markets and historical buildings.
Free, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Giri Manjas

Savour authentic Mangalorean seafood and local dishes at this popular restaurant open 12pm to 3pm.
INR400, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Tannirbhavi Beach

Enjoy the serene sunset views at Tannirbhavi Beach, accessible by ferry from Sultan Battery. Beach accessible all day.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Machali

Relish fresh Mangalore-style fish curry and fried fish in a cozy beachside ambience. Open from 7pm to 11pm.
INR450, 1h 30m
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Day 2: Cultural and Historical

Mangalore, India on July 2, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pabbas Ice Cream, Ideal Ice Cream Parlour

Start your day with delicious local ice creams and quick bites. Open 8am to 12am.
INR100, 30m

9:00am

Mangaladevi Temple Visit

Explore this ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Mangaladevi, the namesake of the city, open from 6am to 8pm daily.
Free, 1h

10:30am

Sultan Battery Fort

Discover this historical watchtower on the Arabian Sea built by Tipu Sultan, open from 9am to 6pm.
INR20, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at Woodlands Restaurant

Enjoy South Indian vegetarian meals with a variety of dosa and thali options from 12pm to 3pm.
INR300, 1h

2:00pm

Pilikula Nisargadhama

Visit this integrated nature park with a zoo, science centre and botanical gardens. Open 9am to 6pm.
INR200, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Machani's

Try local Mangalore cuisine including neer dosa, kori rotti and seafood specialities, open 7pm to 10:30pm.
INR450, 1h 30m
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Day 3: Heritage and Shopping

Mangalore, India on July 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel Deepa Comforts

Relish a simple South Indian breakfast in a local favourite spot from 7am to 11am.
INR150, 45m

9:00am

St. Aloysius Chapel

Admire the world-famous chapel mural paintings and architecture, open 8am to 5pm.
INR10, 1h

10:30am

Kudroli Gokarnath Temple

Visit this important Hindu temple noted for its striking architecture and religious significance, open 6am to 9pm.
Free, 1h

12:00pm

Lunch at Ocean Pearl

Enjoy a variety of Indian and seafood dishes with fresh catches from the Arabian Sea. Open 12pm to 3pm.
INR400, 1h

2:00pm

Shopping at Mangalore Central Market and City Centre

Buy local spices, handicrafts, and textiles in these bustling markets open till 7pm.
Varies, 2h

6:00pm

Evening Walk at Panambur Beach

Relax and enjoy your last evening at the beach watching the sunset.
Free, 1h

7:30pm

Farewell Dinner at Attavar Sea Restaurant

Dine on fresh seafood with views over the harbour to end your trip. Open 7pm to 11pm.
INR500, 1h 30m
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