Bengaluru Karnataka, India Travel Guide
Accessible locations within day-trip distance include Nandi Hills, Mysore, Shivanasamudra Falls, Savandurga, Skandagiri, and Channapatna.
Transportation to Nandi Hills, Savandurga, Skandagiri, and Channapatna is best by private car or taxi. Mysore and Shivanasamudra Falls have regular KSRTC buses, private tourist buses, and trains to Mysore. For Shivanasamudra Falls, a private car offers the most comfort.
Bengaluru's surroundings present beautiful natural landscapes, from national public gardens to seasonal waterfalls, ideal for a refreshing break.
Bannerghatta National Park, located on the city's outskirts, offers wildlife safaris. Muthyala Maduvu (Pearl Valley), southeast of Bengaluru, features a small waterfall and picnic spot.
Waterfalls like Shivanasamudra, Hogenakkal, and Muthyala Maduvu are spectacular during or immediately after the monsoon season (August-November).
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Find guided treks, wildlife safaris, and outdoor adventures just a short journey from Bengaluru.
Visit historical sites and cultural landmarks with organized tours that include transportation.
Discover options for multi-day trips to popular destinations like Mysore or Hampi.
Independent travel gives more flexibility for your itinerary, pace, and spontaneous stops. This option asks for more planning for transport and organization.
Organized tours offer ease, notably for single destinations, if you do not prefer to drive or manage public transport.
Several pilgrimage sites near Bengaluru offer spiritual journeys and architectural wonders.
This famous Jain pilgrimage site hosts the colossal monolithic statue of Gomateshwara Bahubali, carved from a single rock. It is one of the tallest free-standing statues globally.
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) temple in Bengaluru is a grand architectural marvel dedicated to Lord Krishna, known for its spiritual atmosphere and vegetarian meals.
This historic island town served as the former capital of Tipu Sultan. It features Tipu's Summer Palace, the Ranganathaswamy Temple, and the Gumbaz (Tipu Sultan's mausoleum).
An exquisite 13th-century Hoysala temple, an UNESCO World Heritage site nominee. It is renowned for its intricate carvings and detailed friezes, displaying a masterpiece of South Indian temple architecture.
Drive through the countryside towards Mysore or other towns to experience the traditional countryside scenery and agricultural practices of Karnataka.
Observe cultivation of local crops like ragi (finger millet), rice, and various vegetables.
Witness local life and traditional architecture in smaller communities.
Gain insight into farming methods and rural livelihoods in Karnataka.
For travelers with more time, extending your trip beyond Bengaluru allows for exploration of Karnataka and South India.
Extend your visit for 1-2 nights. See the Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, and historic Srirangapatna sites.
Spend 2-3 nights in these hill stations, known for coffee plantations, lush landscapes, and trekking.
A UNESCO World Heritage site, 2-3 nights. Requires flight/overnight train/bus to reach this ancient capital.
Easily accessible by road (private car or bus) from Bengaluru. Mysore also has convenient train connections.
Travel by overnight train or bus from Bengaluru to Hospet (the nearest railhead), or fly to Hubballi or Bellary and then drive.
Bengaluru has good connections to other Indian states by domestic flights, an extensive rail system, and inter-state buses.
