Best Places to Visit in Bangalore
Discover the top attractions, landmarks, museums, and hidden gems near Bangalore Metro stations - all accessible by metro with walking directions.
Cubbon Park
Bangalore's green lung - 300 acres of avenues, statues, an aquarium and the State Library, with a calm jogging loop right by the metro.
Opening Hours
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Morning walk or Sunday car-free hours
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 3 min walk
Activities
Walking, jogging, picnic, library, photography
How to Reach
Take metro to Cubbon Park station and walk 2 minutes
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
240-acre 18th-century botanical garden with a glasshouse, lake and centuries-old trees - hosts the famed flower shows on Republic Day & Independence Day.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Entry Fee
Rs 30 adults
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Flower show seasons or early morning
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 5 min walk
Activities
Walking, photography, glasshouse, lakeside picnic
How to Reach
Take metro to Lalbagh station and walk 3 minutes
MG Road
Premier shopping destination with numerous shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Evening
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 1 min walk
Activities
Shopping, dining, street food
How to Reach
Take metro to MG Road station
Bangalore Palace
Tudor-revival palace built in 1878 with turrets, woodwork and royal heirlooms - hosts concerts and exhibitions on its sprawling grounds.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
Rs 230 Indians, Rs 460 foreigners
Type
Monument
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons
Nearest Metro
Sampige Road· 20 min walk
Activities
Palace tour, photography, royal heirloom viewing
How to Reach
Take metro to Majestic station and take bus/auto
Vidhana Soudha
Iconic government building showcasing Neo-Dravidian architecture, seat of the Karnataka legislature.
Opening Hours
External viewing only
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Landmark
Best Time to Visit
Evening when illuminated
Nearest Metro
Dr. BR Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)· 2 min walk
Activities
Photography, architecture appreciation
How to Reach
Take metro to Vidhana Soudha station and walk 2 minutes
UB City Mall
Luxury shopping destination with premium brands and fine dining options.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 10 min walk
Activities
Luxury shopping, fine dining, entertainment
How to Reach
Take metro to Cubbon Park station and walk 10 minutes
Commercial Street
Tightly packed shopping lane famous for budget fashion, ethnic wear, jewellery and dosa stalls - haggle hard.
Opening Hours
10:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekday late afternoon
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 20 min walk
Activities
Shopping, street food, jewellery
How to Reach
Take metro to MG Road station and walk 8 minutes
Phoenix MarketCity
Large shopping mall with diverse retail options, food court, and entertainment zone in Whitefield.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Whitefield (Kadugodi)· 10 min walk
Activities
Shopping, dining, movies, gaming
How to Reach
Take metro to Whitefield station and walk 10 minutes
Electronic City IT Hub
Major IT hub housing Infosys, Wipro, TCS and numerous technology companies.
Opening Hours
24/7 (office hours vary)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Business
Best Time to Visit
Business hours
Nearest Metro
Electronic City· 5 min walk
Activities
Business meetings, office work
How to Reach
Take metro to Electronic City station and walk 5 minutes
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
Beautiful temple complex dedicated to Lord Krishna with stunning architecture.
Opening Hours
4:15 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:20 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Evening aarti time
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 20 min walk
Activities
Prayer, spiritual discourse, prasadam
How to Reach
Take metro to Indiranagar and take bus/auto
Dodda Basavana Gudi (Bull Temple)
16th-century Vijayanagara-era Nandi shrine - a 4.5 m granite bull monolith draws steady streams of devotees.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Mornings or Kadalekai Parishe festival
Nearest Metro
National College· 15 min walk
Activities
Darshan, temple walk, peanut festival (Nov)
How to Reach
Take metro to Lalbagh station and take auto/bus
Bannerghatta National Park
Wildlife sanctuary with safari, zoo, and butterfly park on the outskirts of Bangalore.
Opening Hours
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹80 for adults
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours
Nearest Metro
Jayadeva Hospital· 35 min walk
Activities
Safari, zoo visit, nature walk
How to Reach
Take metro to Jayadeva Hospital and take bus/cab
MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)
Legendary South Indian restaurant famous for authentic Karnataka cuisine since 1924.
Opening Hours
6:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Food
Best Time to Visit
Breakfast time
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 8 min walk
Activities
Traditional South Indian dining, heritage food experience
How to Reach
Take metro to Lalbagh station and walk 8 minutes
Toit Brewpub
Popular microbrewery serving craft beers and continental food in Indiranagar.
Opening Hours
12:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Food
Best Time to Visit
Evening
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 15 min walk
Activities
Craft beer tasting, continental dining, socializing
How to Reach
Take metro to Indiranagar station and walk 15 minutes
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Premier cricket stadium and home ground of Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL team.
Opening Hours
Match days and tours
Entry Fee
Match tickets vary
Type
Sports
Best Time to Visit
Match days
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 8 min walk
Activities
Cricket matches, stadium tours, sports events
How to Reach
Take metro to Cubbon Park station and walk 8 minutes
Cubbon Park
A sprawling 300-acre green oasis in the heart of Bengaluru, perfect for morning walks, jogging, and nature lovers. Home to diverse flora and fauna.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Early morning or evening
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 2 min walk
Activities
Walking, jogging, photography, bird watching
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Historic 240-acre botanical garden established in 1760, famous for its diverse flora, iconic glass house, and beautiful landscapes.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹10 for adults
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours, January & August for flower shows
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 3 min walk
Activities
Garden walks, photography, flower shows, boating
Bannerghatta National Park
Wildlife sanctuary spread over 104 sq km with safari, zoo, butterfly park, and rescue center.
Opening Hours
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Tuesdays
Entry Fee
₹80 (Zoo), ₹260 (Safari)
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
October to February
Nearest Metro
Jayadeva Hospital· 35 min walk
Activities
Safari, zoo visit, butterfly park, nature walk
Bangalore Palace
Magnificent Tudor-style palace built in 1878, inspired by Windsor Castle. Features royal artifacts, paintings, and beautiful grounds.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
₹230 (Indians), ₹460 (Foreigners)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours
Nearest Metro
Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)· 15 min walk
Activities
Palace tour, photography, heritage walk
Vidhana Soudha
Iconic Neo-Dravidian style building housing the Karnataka State Legislature. One of the largest legislative buildings in India.
Opening Hours
External viewing only
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Landmark
Best Time to Visit
Evening when illuminated
Nearest Metro
Dr. BR Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)· 2 min walk
Activities
Photography, architecture appreciation
Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
18th-century wooden palace showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture and Tipu Sultan's legacy. Known as 'Abode of Happiness'.
Opening Hours
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
₹15 (Indians), ₹200 (Foreigners)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours
Nearest Metro
Krishna Rajendra Market· 8 min walk
Activities
Historical tour, photography, museum visit
MG Road
Premier shopping boulevard with branded stores, restaurants, pubs, and entertainment. Connected to Brigade Road and Commercial Street.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Evening
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 1 min walk
Activities
Shopping, dining, nightlife
Commercial Street
One of Bangalore's oldest and most popular shopping destinations with over 800 shops selling clothes, accessories, and more.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Closed Sundays
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekday evenings
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 8 min walk
Activities
Shopping, street food, bargaining
UB City Mall
India's first luxury mall featuring high-end international brands, fine dining restaurants, and art gallery.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 10 min walk
Activities
Luxury shopping, fine dining, art gallery
Phoenix MarketCity Whitefield
One of Bangalore's largest malls with 280+ stores, multiplex, food court, and entertainment zone.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Whitefield (Kadugodi)· 10 min walk
Activities
Shopping, movies, dining, gaming
Orion Mall
Popular shopping destination in Rajajinagar with retail stores, food court, multiplex, and entertainment options.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Nearest Metro
Rajajinagar· 10 min walk
Activities
Shopping, movies, dining, bowling
Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
16th-century temple housing a massive monolithic Nandi bull statue carved from a single granite rock. Over 4.5m tall.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Early morning, Mondays
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 12 min walk
Activities
Prayer, temple visit, photography
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
One of the largest ISKCON temples in the world, featuring stunning architecture and spiritual atmosphere.
Opening Hours
4:15 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:20 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Evening aarti (7:00 PM)
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 20 min walk
Activities
Prayer, spiritual discourse, prasadam
Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple
Ancient cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Famous for the unique Makara Sankranti phenomenon when sunlight illuminates the deity.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Makara Sankranti (January)
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 15 min walk
Activities
Prayer, cave exploration, photography
MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)
Legendary restaurant since 1924, serving authentic Karnataka cuisine. Famous for masala dosa, idli, and filter coffee.
Opening Hours
6:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Breakfast (7-9 AM)
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 8 min walk
Activities
Traditional South Indian dining
Vidyarthi Bhavan
Iconic restaurant since 1943, famous for crispy masala dosa and traditional South Indian breakfast.
Opening Hours
6:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Early morning for fresh dosas
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 10 min walk
Activities
Traditional South Indian dining
Toit Brewpub
Popular microbrewery serving house-brewed craft beers and continental food. A favorite among young professionals.
Opening Hours
12:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Evening (6-9 PM)
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 15 min walk
Activities
Craft beer tasting, continental dining, socializing
Koshy's Restaurant
Iconic heritage restaurant since 1940, serving continental and Indian cuisine. A Bangalore institution with old-world charm.
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Breakfast and dinner
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 3 min walk
Activities
Heritage dining, people watching
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Premier cricket stadium with 40,000 capacity. Home ground of RCB and venue for international cricket matches.
Opening Hours
Match days
Entry Fee
Varies by match
Type
Sports
Best Time to Visit
IPL season (April-May)
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 8 min walk
Activities
Cricket matches, stadium tours
Wonderla Amusement Park
India's best amusement park with 60+ rides including water rides, roller coasters, and virtual reality experiences.
Opening Hours
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹899 onwards
Type
Entertainment
Best Time to Visit
Weekdays for shorter queues
Nearest Metro
Kengeri· 25 min walk
Activities
Rides, water sports, entertainment shows
HAL Aerospace Museum
India's first aerospace museum showcasing aircraft, helicopters, and aviation history. Run by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Mondays
Entry Fee
₹50 (Adults), ₹25 (Children)
Type
Museum
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 20 min walk
Activities
Aircraft viewing, flight simulators, aviation history
National Gallery of Modern Art
Premier art gallery in a historic mansion showcasing contemporary Indian art, sculptures, and international exhibitions.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Mondays
Entry Fee
₹20 (Indians), ₹500 (Foreigners)
Type
Museum
Nearest Metro
Trinity· 8 min walk
Activities
Art viewing, workshops, cultural events
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum
Science museum with interactive exhibits on space, engines, electricity, and biotechnology. Great for families and kids.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹60 (Adults), ₹25 (Children)
Type
Museum
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 5 min walk
Activities
Interactive exhibits, science shows, planetarium
ITPL (International Tech Park)
Bangalore's first IT park housing major tech companies. Pioneer of the IT revolution in India.
Opening Hours
24/7 (Office hours vary)
Entry Fee
Restricted access
Type
Business
Nearest Metro
Whitefield (Kadugodi)· 10 min walk
Activities
Business, conferences
Electronic City
India's largest electronics industrial park housing Infosys, Wipro, TCS, and 200+ tech companies.
Opening Hours
24/7 (Office hours vary)
Entry Fee
Restricted access
Type
Business
Nearest Metro
Electronic City· 5 min walk
Activities
Business, tech tours
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Best Places to Visit in Bangalore
Discover the top attractions, landmarks, museums, and hidden gems near Bangalore Metro stations - all accessible by metro with walking directions.
Cubbon Park
Bangalore's green lung - 300 acres of avenues, statues, an aquarium and the State Library, with a calm jogging loop right by the metro.
Opening Hours
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Morning walk or Sunday car-free hours
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 3 min walk
Activities
Walking, jogging, picnic, library, photography
How to Reach
Take metro to Cubbon Park station and walk 2 minutes
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
240-acre 18th-century botanical garden with a glasshouse, lake and centuries-old trees - hosts the famed flower shows on Republic Day & Independence Day.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Entry Fee
Rs 30 adults
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Flower show seasons or early morning
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 5 min walk
Activities
Walking, photography, glasshouse, lakeside picnic
How to Reach
Take metro to Lalbagh station and walk 3 minutes
MG Road
Premier shopping destination with numerous shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Evening
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 1 min walk
Activities
Shopping, dining, street food
How to Reach
Take metro to MG Road station
Bangalore Palace
Tudor-revival palace built in 1878 with turrets, woodwork and royal heirlooms - hosts concerts and exhibitions on its sprawling grounds.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
Rs 230 Indians, Rs 460 foreigners
Type
Monument
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons
Nearest Metro
Sampige Road· 20 min walk
Activities
Palace tour, photography, royal heirloom viewing
How to Reach
Take metro to Majestic station and take bus/auto
Vidhana Soudha
Iconic government building showcasing Neo-Dravidian architecture, seat of the Karnataka legislature.
Opening Hours
External viewing only
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Landmark
Best Time to Visit
Evening when illuminated
Nearest Metro
Dr. BR Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)· 2 min walk
Activities
Photography, architecture appreciation
How to Reach
Take metro to Vidhana Soudha station and walk 2 minutes
UB City Mall
Luxury shopping destination with premium brands and fine dining options.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 10 min walk
Activities
Luxury shopping, fine dining, entertainment
How to Reach
Take metro to Cubbon Park station and walk 10 minutes
Commercial Street
Tightly packed shopping lane famous for budget fashion, ethnic wear, jewellery and dosa stalls - haggle hard.
Opening Hours
10:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekday late afternoon
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 20 min walk
Activities
Shopping, street food, jewellery
How to Reach
Take metro to MG Road station and walk 8 minutes
Phoenix MarketCity
Large shopping mall with diverse retail options, food court, and entertainment zone in Whitefield.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Whitefield (Kadugodi)· 10 min walk
Activities
Shopping, dining, movies, gaming
How to Reach
Take metro to Whitefield station and walk 10 minutes
Electronic City IT Hub
Major IT hub housing Infosys, Wipro, TCS and numerous technology companies.
Opening Hours
24/7 (office hours vary)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Business
Best Time to Visit
Business hours
Nearest Metro
Electronic City· 5 min walk
Activities
Business meetings, office work
How to Reach
Take metro to Electronic City station and walk 5 minutes
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
Beautiful temple complex dedicated to Lord Krishna with stunning architecture.
Opening Hours
4:15 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:20 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Evening aarti time
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 20 min walk
Activities
Prayer, spiritual discourse, prasadam
How to Reach
Take metro to Indiranagar and take bus/auto
Dodda Basavana Gudi (Bull Temple)
16th-century Vijayanagara-era Nandi shrine - a 4.5 m granite bull monolith draws steady streams of devotees.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Mornings or Kadalekai Parishe festival
Nearest Metro
National College· 15 min walk
Activities
Darshan, temple walk, peanut festival (Nov)
How to Reach
Take metro to Lalbagh station and take auto/bus
Bannerghatta National Park
Wildlife sanctuary with safari, zoo, and butterfly park on the outskirts of Bangalore.
Opening Hours
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹80 for adults
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours
Nearest Metro
Jayadeva Hospital· 35 min walk
Activities
Safari, zoo visit, nature walk
How to Reach
Take metro to Jayadeva Hospital and take bus/cab
MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)
Legendary South Indian restaurant famous for authentic Karnataka cuisine since 1924.
Opening Hours
6:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Food
Best Time to Visit
Breakfast time
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 8 min walk
Activities
Traditional South Indian dining, heritage food experience
How to Reach
Take metro to Lalbagh station and walk 8 minutes
Toit Brewpub
Popular microbrewery serving craft beers and continental food in Indiranagar.
Opening Hours
12:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Food
Best Time to Visit
Evening
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 15 min walk
Activities
Craft beer tasting, continental dining, socializing
How to Reach
Take metro to Indiranagar station and walk 15 minutes
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Premier cricket stadium and home ground of Royal Challengers Bangalore IPL team.
Opening Hours
Match days and tours
Entry Fee
Match tickets vary
Type
Sports
Best Time to Visit
Match days
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 8 min walk
Activities
Cricket matches, stadium tours, sports events
How to Reach
Take metro to Cubbon Park station and walk 8 minutes
Cubbon Park
A sprawling 300-acre green oasis in the heart of Bengaluru, perfect for morning walks, jogging, and nature lovers. Home to diverse flora and fauna.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Early morning or evening
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 2 min walk
Activities
Walking, jogging, photography, bird watching
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Historic 240-acre botanical garden established in 1760, famous for its diverse flora, iconic glass house, and beautiful landscapes.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹10 for adults
Type
Park
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours, January & August for flower shows
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 3 min walk
Activities
Garden walks, photography, flower shows, boating
Bannerghatta National Park
Wildlife sanctuary spread over 104 sq km with safari, zoo, butterfly park, and rescue center.
Opening Hours
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Tuesdays
Entry Fee
₹80 (Zoo), ₹260 (Safari)
Type
Nature
Best Time to Visit
October to February
Nearest Metro
Jayadeva Hospital· 35 min walk
Activities
Safari, zoo visit, butterfly park, nature walk
Bangalore Palace
Magnificent Tudor-style palace built in 1878, inspired by Windsor Castle. Features royal artifacts, paintings, and beautiful grounds.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
₹230 (Indians), ₹460 (Foreigners)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours
Nearest Metro
Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Station (Majestic)· 15 min walk
Activities
Palace tour, photography, heritage walk
Vidhana Soudha
Iconic Neo-Dravidian style building housing the Karnataka State Legislature. One of the largest legislative buildings in India.
Opening Hours
External viewing only
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Landmark
Best Time to Visit
Evening when illuminated
Nearest Metro
Dr. BR Ambedkar Station (Vidhana Soudha)· 2 min walk
Activities
Photography, architecture appreciation
Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
18th-century wooden palace showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture and Tipu Sultan's legacy. Known as 'Abode of Happiness'.
Opening Hours
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Entry Fee
₹15 (Indians), ₹200 (Foreigners)
Type
Heritage
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours
Nearest Metro
Krishna Rajendra Market· 8 min walk
Activities
Historical tour, photography, museum visit
MG Road
Premier shopping boulevard with branded stores, restaurants, pubs, and entertainment. Connected to Brigade Road and Commercial Street.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Evening
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 1 min walk
Activities
Shopping, dining, nightlife
Commercial Street
One of Bangalore's oldest and most popular shopping destinations with over 800 shops selling clothes, accessories, and more.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, Closed Sundays
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekday evenings
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 8 min walk
Activities
Shopping, street food, bargaining
UB City Mall
India's first luxury mall featuring high-end international brands, fine dining restaurants, and art gallery.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 10 min walk
Activities
Luxury shopping, fine dining, art gallery
Phoenix MarketCity Whitefield
One of Bangalore's largest malls with 280+ stores, multiplex, food court, and entertainment zone.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Whitefield (Kadugodi)· 10 min walk
Activities
Shopping, movies, dining, gaming
Orion Mall
Popular shopping destination in Rajajinagar with retail stores, food court, multiplex, and entertainment options.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping
Nearest Metro
Rajajinagar· 10 min walk
Activities
Shopping, movies, dining, bowling
Bull Temple (Dodda Basavana Gudi)
16th-century temple housing a massive monolithic Nandi bull statue carved from a single granite rock. Over 4.5m tall.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Early morning, Mondays
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 12 min walk
Activities
Prayer, temple visit, photography
ISKCON Temple Bangalore
One of the largest ISKCON temples in the world, featuring stunning architecture and spiritual atmosphere.
Opening Hours
4:15 AM - 1:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 8:20 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Evening aarti (7:00 PM)
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 20 min walk
Activities
Prayer, spiritual discourse, prasadam
Gavi Gangadhareshwara Temple
Ancient cave temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Famous for the unique Makara Sankranti phenomenon when sunlight illuminates the deity.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Makara Sankranti (January)
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 15 min walk
Activities
Prayer, cave exploration, photography
MTR (Mavalli Tiffin Rooms)
Legendary restaurant since 1924, serving authentic Karnataka cuisine. Famous for masala dosa, idli, and filter coffee.
Opening Hours
6:30 AM - 11:00 AM, 2:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Breakfast (7-9 AM)
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 8 min walk
Activities
Traditional South Indian dining
Vidyarthi Bhavan
Iconic restaurant since 1943, famous for crispy masala dosa and traditional South Indian breakfast.
Opening Hours
6:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Early morning for fresh dosas
Nearest Metro
Lalbagh Botanical Garden· 10 min walk
Activities
Traditional South Indian dining
Toit Brewpub
Popular microbrewery serving house-brewed craft beers and continental food. A favorite among young professionals.
Opening Hours
12:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Evening (6-9 PM)
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 15 min walk
Activities
Craft beer tasting, continental dining, socializing
Koshy's Restaurant
Iconic heritage restaurant since 1940, serving continental and Indian cuisine. A Bangalore institution with old-world charm.
Opening Hours
8:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free entry
Type
Restaurant
Best Time to Visit
Breakfast and dinner
Nearest Metro
MG Road· 3 min walk
Activities
Heritage dining, people watching
M. Chinnaswamy Stadium
Premier cricket stadium with 40,000 capacity. Home ground of RCB and venue for international cricket matches.
Opening Hours
Match days
Entry Fee
Varies by match
Type
Sports
Best Time to Visit
IPL season (April-May)
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 8 min walk
Activities
Cricket matches, stadium tours
Wonderla Amusement Park
India's best amusement park with 60+ rides including water rides, roller coasters, and virtual reality experiences.
Opening Hours
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹899 onwards
Type
Entertainment
Best Time to Visit
Weekdays for shorter queues
Nearest Metro
Kengeri· 25 min walk
Activities
Rides, water sports, entertainment shows
HAL Aerospace Museum
India's first aerospace museum showcasing aircraft, helicopters, and aviation history. Run by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Mondays
Entry Fee
₹50 (Adults), ₹25 (Children)
Type
Museum
Best Time to Visit
Weekends
Nearest Metro
Indiranagar· 20 min walk
Activities
Aircraft viewing, flight simulators, aviation history
National Gallery of Modern Art
Premier art gallery in a historic mansion showcasing contemporary Indian art, sculptures, and international exhibitions.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Mondays
Entry Fee
₹20 (Indians), ₹500 (Foreigners)
Type
Museum
Nearest Metro
Trinity· 8 min walk
Activities
Art viewing, workshops, cultural events
Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum
Science museum with interactive exhibits on space, engines, electricity, and biotechnology. Great for families and kids.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹60 (Adults), ₹25 (Children)
Type
Museum
Nearest Metro
Cubbon Park· 5 min walk
Activities
Interactive exhibits, science shows, planetarium
ITPL (International Tech Park)
Bangalore's first IT park housing major tech companies. Pioneer of the IT revolution in India.
Opening Hours
24/7 (Office hours vary)
Entry Fee
Restricted access
Type
Business
Nearest Metro
Whitefield (Kadugodi)· 10 min walk
Activities
Business, conferences
Electronic City
India's largest electronics industrial park housing Infosys, Wipro, TCS, and 200+ tech companies.
Opening Hours
24/7 (Office hours vary)
Entry Fee
Restricted access
Type
Business
Nearest Metro
Electronic City· 5 min walk
Activities
Business, tech tours
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