27 Apr 2023

Places to visit in Mysore

Mysore is one of the famous tourist places in India, every backpacker across the country visit the City of Palace at least once in his/her lifetime. Here, one can witness excellent architectures, shrines and scenic places within a day and return with lifelong memories.
 

Places to Visit in Mysore in One Day

 

01. Sri Chamundeshwari Temple

It is believed that Goddess Durga slayed the demon king Mahishasura on the top of this hill which was ruled by him. The place was later known as Mahishooru (Place of Mahisha). The British changed it to Mysore and later Kannadized into Mysuru. The Chamundeshwari Temple is considered as a Shakti Peetha and one among the 18 Shakti Peethas.

Location: Chamundi Hill Road, Mysuru.
Timings: 7.30 am – 2.00 pm, 3.30 pm – 6.00 pm, and 7.30 pm – 9.00 pm.

 

02. Mysore Palace

Mysore Palace, also known as Amba Vilas Palace, is a historical palace and a royal residence (house). It is located in Mysore, Karnataka. It used to be the official residence of the Wadiyar dynasty and the seat of the Kingdom of Mysore. Mysore Palace is one of the most famous tourist attractions in India, after the Taj Mahal, with more than six million annual visitors.

Location: Sayyaji Rao Road, Mysuru.
Timings: 10.00 am to 5.30 pm.
Price: Rs. 20/- for children (10 – 18 yrs) and Rs. 40/- for adults.

 

03. Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens - Mysore Zoo

Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, commonly known as Mysore Zoo or Mysuru Zoo. It is one of the oldest and most popular zoos in India, and is home to a wide range of over 168 species. There are more than 1400 Mammals, Birds and Reptiles. It would be best to visit in the evening to watch the zoo.

Location: Zoo Main Road, Indiranagar, Mysore.
Timings: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (Tuesdays - Holiday)
Price: Rs. 30/- for children and Rs. 60/- for adults during weekdays.

 

04. Karanji Lake

Karanji Lake is a lake located in the city of Mysore in the state of Karnataka, India. The lake is surrounded by a nature park consisting of a butterfly park and a walk-through aviary.This aviary is the biggest 'walk-through aviary' in India. The total area of Karanji lake is 90 hectares. Karanji Lake was one of the favourite haunts of migratory birds like herons and egrets.

Things to do at Karanji Lake: Fishing, Boating, Photography, Sightseeing, Relaxing.

Location: Karanji Kere, Jockey Quarters, Mysuru.
Timings: 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (Tuesdays - Holiday)
Price: Rs. 10/- for children (10 – 18 yrs) and Rs. 20/- for adults.

 

05. Railway Museum

The Railway Museum at Mysore, India is an outdoor exhibit of vintage locomotives.

The Railway Museum was established in 1979 by Indian Railways, the second such museum after the National Railway Museum in Delhi. It has locomotives and a gallery of photographs and paintings depicting the growth of railways in India. The museum has a battery-operated mini-train giving a short ride for children on the grounds.

Location: Krishnaraja Sagar Road, Near Mysore Railway Station, Mysuru.
Timings: 10.00 am to 5.30 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Price: Rs. 10/- for children and Rs. 15/- for adults.

 

06. Mysuru Sand Sculpture Museum

Mysore Sand Sculpture Museum is the first sand sculpture museum in India, located in Mysore, Karnataka. Each of the sculptures was created by sand artist MN Gowri and based on a theme such as Mysore's cultural heritage, wildlife and religion. 

Location: Chamundi Hill Road, KC Layout, Mysuru.
Timings: 8.30 am to 6.30 pm.
Price: Rs. 20/- for children and Rs. 40/- for adults.

 

07. KRS Dam – Brindavan Gardens

Krishna Raja Sagara, also popularly known as KRS, is a lake and the dam that creates it. There is an ornamental garden, Brindavan Gardens, attached to the dam. The Brindavan Gardens is a show garden that has a botanical park, with fountains, as well as boat rides beneath the dam. 

Location: Krishnarajasagara, Mysuru.
Timings: 6.30 am to 9.00 pm.
Price: Rs. 5/- for children and Rs. 15/- for adults.

 

08. GRS Fantasy Park

GRS Fantasy is an amusement cum water park situated on KRS Road in Mysore. Built on an area of 25 acres The Park has about 40 dry and water rides. GRS sports a wide range of dry and wet rides that cater to the entire family for a fun filled safe vacation for all. It has as many as 7 National Awards for excellence, won at the International Amusement Expo held in Mumbai in 2013 and 2014.

Location: Off KRS Road, Metagalli, Mysuru.
Timings: 10.30 am to 6.00 pm (Upto 7.00 pm during weekends)
Price: Rs. 649/- for children, Rs. 749/- for adults, and Rs. 499/- for senior citizens.

 

Ask About Mysore

01. Which are the best places to visit in Mysore in one day with the family?

Sri Chamundeshwari Temple
Mysore Palace
Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens - Mysore Zoo
Karanji Lake
Railway Museum
Mysuru Sand Sculpture Museum
KRS Dam – Brindavan Gardens
GRS Fantasy Park
 

02. What is the best time to visit Mysore?

The best time to visit Mysore is from the month of October through February when the weather is cool and pleasant. The average temperature during this time fluctuates between 15°C and 27°C
 

03. How can I spend 1 day in Mysore?

There are several places to visit in Mysore in one day such as the magnificent Mysore Palace, Sri Chamundeshwari Temple, and Karanji Lake, to name a few. You can also witness the wonderful light and sound show at the Brindavan Gardens, go shopping, or try out the local delicacies. However, in order to enjoy all that this wonderful city has to offer you must spend at least 2 or 3 days here.
 

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

Breakfast:
Shivalli Restaurant - Mysore Rd, Channapatna
Maddur Tiffany’s - Shivapura, Maddur
Jai Bhuvaneshwari Miltry Hotel – Srirangapatna
Vaishali - Channapatna

Lunch / Dinner:
Sri Chamundeshwari Military Hotel 1960 - Baburayanakoppal
Hotel Shri Janardhan (Mysore Park Hotel) – Ramanagara
Hotel Hanumanthu - Mandi Mohalla, Mysuru
Hotel RRR - Mandi Mohalla, Mysuru
Mughal Durbar - New Sayyaji Rao Road, Mysuru 
Poojari Fish Land - Opp. White Orchid, Kalasthavadi
 

05. What are the best shopping places in Mysore?

Devaraja Market - Sayyaji Rao Road, Shivarampet, Mysore
Best buy: This is a great stop for those looking to buy gifts to take home.  Don’t miss the adorable Chenapatna Dolls.
Timing: 10 am to 9 pm.

Guru Sweets Mart - Devaraja Mohalla, Mysore
Best buy: The Mysore Pak is the best seller and rightly so. The pedas are also good.
Timing: 8 am to 11 pm.

The Heritage - Near Malabar Gold Showroom, Mysore
Best buy: The home décor items and pashmina shawls are worth checking out.
Timing: 10am to 7pm.

Sandalwood Oil Factory - Mananthavadi Road, Ashokapuram, Mysore
Best buy: All their products are good but the soaps and oils are standout.
Timing: 9.30am to 6.30pm.

Cauvery Arts & Crafts Emporium - Sayyaji Rao Road, Mysore
Best buy: The stone carvings are beautifully made, though they are a little pricey. Timing: 9.30am to 6.30pm.

Government Silk Factory - Sayyaji Rao Road, Mysore
Best buy: Silk starts at Rs 1000 for a simple square scarf.
Timing: 10.30am to 8pm.
 

06. How to reach Mysore from Bangalore?

Route 01: You can drive from Bangalore to Mysore by taking the Mysore Road via Kengeri, Ramnagaram, and Mandya to Mysore.

Route 02: You can also go from Jayanagar, Bangalore via Kanakpura, Malavalli, and Bannur on the Kanakpura Road.

 

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