09 May 2023

Places to Visit in Bangalore

Bangalore (Bengaluru), the capital city of Karnataka and the IT hub of India is popular for its nightlife and parks. Bangalore is also famous as the Garden City owing to its well-manicured parks. A tour to Bangalore present its visitors with many interesting choices to keep themselves entertained. There are many places to see in Bangalore, each promising a unique enriching experience. Bangalore known as Silicon Valley of India.

Places to Visit in Bangalore (Bengaluru)

01. Shivoham Shiva Temple

Shiva Temple located in Murgeshpalya locality, old airport road of Bangalore. Miniature forms of the 12 jyothirlingas can be seen in a cave within the temple premises. holy places like Hardwar, Rishikesh, Badrinath, Kedarnath & Amarnath are depicted in sequence here. You can find 65 Feet Tall Shiva Statue, 32 Feet tall Ganesh Statue, Navagraha Temple, 25 Feet Tall Shiva Ling, Pahadi Shiv Dham Yatra, Barah Jyotir Ling Yatra, Ganga Snaan, Light And Sound Show.

Location: HAL Rd, Murgesh Pallya, Bengaluru.
Timings: 9 AM to 9 PM.
Price: Rs. 150/-.

02. HAL Aerospace Museum

It boasts of being the first aerospace Museum of India. Established in the year 2001. It provides visitors with information of the various developments in India aviation. Along with helicopters and aircrafts, it also has display of Aircraft engine models, Flight simulators, a mock Air Traffic Control Tower, etc. It also presents a history of Indian Aviation industry.

Location: HAL, Varthur Road, Marathahalli, Bengaluru.
Timings: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Price: Rs. 30/- to 50/-.

03. Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum

VITM was established in memory of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya. The 4,000 m2 (43,000 sq ft) building was constructed in Cubbon Park, and was inaugurated by the first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, on July 14, 1962. The museum displays industrial products, scientific models and engines. Engine Hall exhibits engines of various cars, machines used in industry, a jet aircraft engine, and other mechanical devices. The Fun Science gallery that displays exhibits on the science of sound, optics, fluids, math and perception.

Location: Kasturba road, Bangalore.
Timings: 9:30 am–6 pm.
Price: Rs. 50/-.

04. Bangalore Aquarium

The Bangalore Aquarium, which is the second-largest aquarium in India. This diamond shaped building is loaded with a number of an assorted collection of exotic fishes such as Siamese, Goldfish, Fighters, Freshwater Prawns, Red Tail Shark, Catla, Moon Tail, Angelfish, Pearl Gourami, Hockey Stick Tetra etc.

Location: Kasturba Road, Shanthala Nagar, Bengaluru.
Timings: 10:30 am to 5:30 pm.
Price: Rs. 15/- per person.

05. Cubbon Park

Sri Chamarajendra Park, sometimes also referred to as Cubbon Park is a landmark 'lung' area of Bengaluru city. Other than being a wonderful sightseeing attraction it also houses a few major structures like Cubbon Park museum, Attara Kacheri, Sheshadri Iyer Memorial Park.

Location: Kasturba Road, Bangalore.
Timings: 6 am to 7 pm.
Price: NA.

06. Lal Bagh Botanical Garden

Lalbagh Botanical Garden is not only one of the largest botanical gardens in India, but also the first of its kind, with planned routes, glasshouses and ornamental flowers growing throughout the property. Lalbagh is home to exotic flowers that were imported by the Sultan from countries like France, Persia, Arabia, Afghanistan, etc. Trees that were imported by Tipu Sultan from all over the world can still be found growing here. Also catch sight of some rare birds such as the Myna, pond heron, purple moorhen, parakeets, Brahminy kites, the common egret and much more.

Location: O Mavalli, Bangalore.
Timings: 6 AM to 7 PM.
Price: Entry Fee: Rs. 20/-.

07. Big Bull Temple / Dodda Ganapathi Temple

The huge Ganesha of this popular temple is 18 ft tall in height and 16 ft wide. Just behind the Dodda Ganesa temple is the Bugle Rock Garden. The Dodda Ganesha Temple is also known as Shakthi Ganapathi and Satya Ganapathi.
Big Bull Temple was built to appease a wild bull who used to destroy the peanuts cultivated in this region. The temple depicts the Dravidian style of architecture and is touted as one of the oldest temples of Bangalore. The statue is 6.5 meters long and 4.5 meters high.

Location: Bull Temple Road, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru.
Timings: 6:30 AM are to 01:00 PM and 4:30 PM to 8.00 PM.
Price: NA.

08. Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple

Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple also Gavipura Cave Temple, an example of Indian rock-cut architecture, is located in Bengaluru. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva where on the day of Makar Sankranti the arc over the horns of Nandi allows the sunbeams to pass through the cave and illuminate the Shiva lingam.

Location: Gavipuram, Bengaluru.
Timings: 6 AM to 8 PM.
Price: NA

09. ISKCON Temple

This splendid architecture was first erected by Sri Madhu Pandit Das and inaugurated in the year 1997 by the then President of India, Shankar Dayal Sharma. The temple also has a gift shop of its own, known as Matchless Gifts, selling aromatic incense and other devotional products. These items are manufactured from natural products, and any profit gained is donated to charitable organizations.

Location: Hare Krishna Hill, Chord Road, Rajaji Nagar, Bangalore.
Timings: 4:15 AM to 5 AM, 7:15 AM to 1 PM, 4:15 PM to 8:20 PM.
Price: NA

10. Bangalore Palace

Located in Palace Gardens, this palace was built in 1887 during the reign of Wodeyar Dynasty. Built in the Tudor-style architecture, this palace mesmerizes everyone with its captivating architecture comprising of intricate wooden carvings, lush green gardens, gothic windows, fortified towers, etc. Bangalore Palace show resembles the palaces of England to an extent. Presently this palace is used for organizing various events and programs.

Location: Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore.
Timings: 10 AM to 5.30 PM.
Price: Entry fee: Rs.225/-.

11. Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium

The Bangalore Planetarium has a Science Park where kids can enjoy witnessing their classroom taught Physics experiments like resonance in an open space. Administered by Bangalore Association for Science Education (BASE), the Sky Theatre at the planetarium is the key attraction. This dome-shaped theatre hosts several shows that kindle the curiosity of people of all ages to know more about the celestial objects like the sun, moon, planets, meteors, black holes, and many others. The second huge draw at the planetarium is the “Telescope” which is placed in an observatory.

Location: High Grounds, Bangalore.
Timings: 10 AM to 5.30 PM.
Price: Entry Fee: Rs. 35/-.

12. Vidhana Soudha

“A Temple Dedicated to The Nation,” is what Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru called Vidhana Soudha in Bangalore, which houses the State Legislature along with the Secretariat of Karnataka. Vidhana Soudha is one of the biggest state legislative constructions in India. It has 4 diverse entrances and comprises of 4 floors and one basement. This building is 150 feet tall and is a well-designed and superb Neo-Dravidian technique of architecture.

Location: Near Sampangi Rama Nagara, in Bengaluru.
Timings: 09:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.
Price: NA

13. Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain Park

Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain Park was inaugurated in 1995 and is the first computerized Fountain Park in India. The fountain flanked by lush green gardens hosts two light and sound shows each day in order to pay tribute to the valor of Bengaluru. Fountain Dance is one of the spectacular displays of art at the Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain. They play together to make an arresting blend of 15 formations and 27 combinations.

Location: Vasanth Nagar, Bangalore.
Timings: 7 PM - 8:30 PM.
Price: Rs. 15/- per person.

14. Bannerghatta National Park

The biological park is also home to a large variety of butterfly species. On a safari here, you can catch a glimpse of various animals, including tigers, bears, deer, elephants as well as monkeys. The Bannerghatta Biological Park is also the first biological park in all of India, which has a fenced forested elephant sanctuary. Located on the outskirts of Bangalore, and usually known as BBBP, the Bengaluru Bannerghatta Biological Park is amongst the most popular and frequently visited destinations in the city.

Location: Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore.
Timings: 9.30 AM to 5.00 PM.
Price: Rs. 80/-.

15. Fun World Amusement Park

Located in the heart of the city centre, the Fun World Amusement Park is one of the finest and oldest amusement parks in India that promises a heavy dose of excitement with an experience filled with unlimited fun, laughter, and luxury. Rides and Activities at the Fun World: Sky Drop, Power Surge, The Loop Roller Coaster, Tsunami, The Palace Eye, Crazy Fireball, Water Park Rides

Location: opposite TV Tower, J.C.Nagar, Bengaluru.
Timings: 11:00 am – 7:30 pm.
Price: Rs.1200/-.

16. Snow City

You will be surrounded by icy-cold snow all around with the temperature of subzero degrees to experience the first-ever snowfall of your life. You will further find the 9D cinema and a lot of exciting games here that draw both kids and adults alike. Things to Do - Games Zone, 9D Cinema, Birthday Events, Dance Floor, Snow Activities.

Location: opposite TV Tower, J.C.Nagar, Bengaluru.
Timings: 06:00 am to 06:00 pm.
Price: Rs.500 - Rs. 600.
Games: Rs.250 for 10 games.
9D Cinema: Rs.100 for about 15 min show.

Ask About Bangalore / Bengaluru.

01. Which are the best places to visit in Bengaluru?

Day 1:
01. Shivoham Shiva Temple
02. HAL Aerospace Museum
03. Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum
04. Bangalore Aquarium
05. Cubbon Park
06. Lal Bagh Botanical Garden
07. Big Bull Temple / Dodda Ganapathi Temple
08. Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple
09. ISKCON Temple
10. Bangalore Palace
11. Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium
12. Vidhana Soudha
13. Indira Gandhi Musical Fountain Park

Day 2:
14. Bannerghatta National Park
15. Fun World Amusement Park
16. Snow City

02. What is the best time to visit Bengaluru?

October to February: The winter months in Bangalore are the best time to visit the city. With so many lakes and gardens to visit, sightseeing and outdoor activities are most comfortable at this time.

03. How can I spend 1-2 day in Bengaluru?

With plenty of parks, museums, temples and lakes around, you will need ample time to soak in the views. So, if you want to enjoy a leisure holiday in Bengaluru, you will have to set aside 2 days. You can visit the most popular tourist spots in 2 days.

04. Which are the best food places to visit in Bengaluru?

We can’t help you with the hotels and restaurants because in Bangalore, each and every area that you visit has a special and authentic food locations. Few are noted.

Street Food Locations:
Food Street V V Puram - Old Market Road, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru
Shri Sagar CTR - Malleshwaram
Brahmin’s Coffee Bar - Basavanagudi
Khan Saheb Grills and Rolls - Indiranagar
Karnataka Bhel House – Basavanagudi
Eat Street - Koramangala
Chatar Patar - Banashankari
BBQ Ride - Marathahalli
Veena Stores - Malleshwaram

Hotels:
Mavalli Tiffin Room  MTR – Mavalli
Shivaji Military Hotel – Jayanagar
Iyer Mess - West Park Road
Nagarjuna Restaurant - Residency Road / Jayanagar / Banarghatta Road
Mangalore Pearl - Halasuru, Bengaluru
Empire Restaurant – Many outlets around Bangalore

05. What are the best shopping places in Bengaluru?

Brigade Road
Location: Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru.
Specialty: Great bargains on apparel and accessories.

Commercial Street
Location: Tasker Town, Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru.
Specialty: Apparel, unstitched fabric, jewelry.

Jayanagar 4th Block
Location: Jayanagar, Bengaluru.
Specialty: Clothing and shoes.

Chickpet Market
Location: Chickpet, Bengaluru.
Specialty: Sarees, festive outfits

Shivajinagar
Location: Shivaji Nagar, Bengaluru.
Specialty: Furniture and home furnishings, quirky antiques for home accents, shoes.

Majestic Market
Location: Near Hong Kong Market, Bangalore.
Specialty: Imported electronics, footwear and novelty clothing.

Avenue Street
Location: Avenue Road, Bengaluru.
Specialty: Old books, Xeroxed college notes.

Residency Road
Location: Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru.
Specialty: Handcrafted products.

Malleswaram Market
Location: Sampige Rd, Malleshwaram.
Specialty: Flowers.

06. What are best stay’s at Bengaluru?

You can find many Hometsays, Lodges, Hifi Stays and many more in Bangalore.

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