Discover
Bengaluru.
From Lalbagh's ancient gardens to MG Road's electric nights — your complete guide to the Garden City.
1,200+
Tech Companies
240 acres
Lalbagh Garden
900m
Above Sea Level
12M+
Residents
A city of endless
discoveries.
Garden city, pub city, tech city — Bengaluru wears many faces. Explore its most iconic layers.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Cubbon Park
MG Road
Bull Temple
Vidhana Soudha
Food & Culture Trail
Must-see
landmarks.
From centuries-old palaces to modern art — Bengaluru's iconic destinations.
National Gallery of Modern Art
Over 500 exhibits spanning 150 years of Indian art. Housed in the historic Manikyavelu Mansion across 3.5 acres.
Bangalore Palace
A Tudor-style palace inspired by Windsor Castle, built in 1887. Fortified towers, battlements, and stunning woodwork.
ISKCON Temple
One of the largest ISKCON temples globally, a stunning blend of Dravidian, Rajasthani, and modern architecture.
Wonderla Amusement Park
South India's premier amusement park with 60+ rides, wave pools, and rain disco — perfect for all ages.
Tipu Sultan's Summer Palace
An exquisite example of Indo-Islamic architecture, built in teak and adorned with floral motifs and murals.
Ulsoor Lake
A 125-acre urban oasis with boating, morning walks, and migratory birds. The city's quiet escape.
Beyond
the city.
Palaces, coffee hills, ancient ruins — Bengaluru is the perfect base for South India's greatest escapes.
Mysore
Mysore Palace, Chamundi Hills, silk sarees
Coorg
Coffee estates, Abbey Falls, Namdroling Monastery
Nandi Hills
Sunrise views, Tipu Sultan's Drop, cycling
Chikmagalur
Mullayanagiri peak, coffee estates, Bhadra wildlife
Hampi
Vijayanagara ruins, Virupaksha Temple, boulder landscapes
Bengaluru
through a lens.
Every frame a story — from ancient temples to modern skylines.
Local
stories.
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From Vidyarthi Bhavan's legendary crispy dosas to the humble neighborhood darshinis — a 48-hour journey through Bengaluru's most beloved dish.
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Plan your
visit right.
Everything you need to know before arriving in the Garden City.
Getting There
- Kempegowda International Airport — 40km from city
- Bengaluru City Railway Station — central hub
- Majestic Bus Stand — Karnataka KSRTC & BMTC
- Namma Metro — Purple & Green Lines
Best Time to Visit
- Oct – Feb: Pleasant 15–25°C, ideal for sightseeing
- Mar – May: Warm 25–35°C, summer festivals
- Jun – Sep: Monsoon, lush greenery, fewer crowds
- Year-round: Garden City weather is rarely extreme
Getting Around
- Namma Metro: Affordable, AC, covers key areas
- Ola / Uber: Most convenient, surge pricing in peak
- BMTC Buses: Cheapest, extensive network
- Auto-rickshaws: Insist on meter, negotiate for suburbs
Where to Stay
- Indiranagar / Koramangala: Trendy, restaurants, pubs
- MG Road / Brigade Road: Central, shopping, business
- Whitefield: IT corridor, modern hotels
- Jayanagar: Quiet, traditional, local food
Food Essentials
- Must try: Masala Dosa, Bisi Bele Bath, Rava Idli
- Filter coffee at Brahmin's Coffee Bar, Basavanagudi
- Mysore Pak sweet from Krishna Sweets
- Street food: Gandhi Bazaar evening market
Emergency & Useful Numbers
- Police: 100 | Ambulance: 108 | Fire: 101
- Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike: 080-22660000
- BMTC Helpline: 080-22253311
- Tourist Helpline (Karnataka): 1800-425-4747