Do you have just 3 days in the City of Lakes? Then you are at the right place! Want to know what you can do on your 3 days trip in Bangalore? Continue reading this post. In this post, you will find the perfect itinerary to spend your 3 days trip in Bangalore.
When you are visiting Bangalore, you need to know certain things so you can pre-plan and have a relaxing holiday in the city.
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3 Days Trip in Bangalore Summary
| Day # | Time of the Day | Sight-Seeing Places |
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| Day 1 | Morning | Lalbagh Botanical Garden |
| Afternoon | Tipu Sultan Summer Palace Bangalore Fort |
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| Evening | Vidhana Soudha Cubbon Park |
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| Night | Mahatma Gandhi (MG) Road Church Street Brigade Road |
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| Day 2 | Morning | Someshwara Swamy Temple Holy Trinity Church |
| Afternoon | Bangalore Palace | |
| Evening | Sankey Tank Kadu Malleshwara Swamy Temple |
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| Night | Malleshwaram | |
| Day 3 | Morning | Volunteer at Bannerghatta Biological Park |
| Evening | Art of Living International Centre |
3 Days Trip in Bangalore in Detail
You need at least 3 to 4 days to explore and see most of the sight seeing places in Bangalore. There are many things to do in the city and it caters for all kinds of travelers. From ancient and historical temples to the party lovers, this city has it all.
Do you have just one day in Bangalore? Then here is the perfect one day itinerary for Bangalore.
- Note that the entrance fee is different for foreign nationals.
Day 1 – Exploring the City
Morning – Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Start your day really early and have a beautiful and delicious breakfast at Mavalli Tiffin Room (MTR) that serves authentic South Indian food and is one of the must-try restaurants in Bangalore. Definitely try the Bisibele Bath!
Here is a complete food guide for Bangalore that will help you in deciding what to eat and where to find the authentic Bangalore food.
Lalbagh Botanical Garden
Once you are done with your breakfast, head to Lalbagh Botanical Garden which is right next to MTR. Spread for more than 200 acres, Lalbagh Botanical Garden is one of the main gardens in Bangalore. With more than 200 years of history, the botanical garden was started by Hyder Ali and then completed by Tipu Sultan. Take a stroll in this green space and see the various species of plants and trees.
Nearest Metro Station: Lalbagh Metro Station
Timings: 6 AM to 7 PM
Entrance Ticket: Rupees 30 per person
Afternoon – Tipu Sultan Summer Palace and Bangalore Fort
From Lalbagh Botanical Garden, take a metro to Krishnarajapura (K R) Market metro station. Tipu Sultan Summer Palace is just a short distance walk from the metro station.
- Note that the KR Puram area is very crowded and busy at all times.
Tipu Sultan Summer Palace
Used as a summer residence by the Mysore Ruler Tipu Sultan, Tipu Sultan Summer Palace is a place to go back in time. Completed in 1791, the ruler used the palace to conduct his court. You need to have a valid government ID to enter the place and you need around 30 minutes at the palace.
Nearest Metro Station: KR Market Metro Station
Timings: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Entrance Ticket: Rupees 20 per person
Bangalore Fort
After seeing Tipu Sultan Summer Palace, return to the metro station to visit the Bangalore Fort. Initially built as a mud fort by the founder of Bangalore, Kempegowda I, the Bangalore Fort is an amazing example of the 18th century military fortification.
By the way, did you know that Kempegowda I built four towers to mark the boundaries of Bangalore city? You can still see three of these watch towers.
Nearest Metro Station: KR Market Metro Station
Timings: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Entrance Ticket: Free
Evening – Vidhana Soudha and Cubbon Park
After seeing both the historical buildings, take a metro to Dr. Ambedkar Veedhi metro station. The Vidhana Soudha is right opposite to the metro station. It is best to have your lunch closer to Vidhana Soudha as you have a few restaurants in hotels such as Capitol Hotel or Radisson Blu.
Vidhana Soudha
Vidhana Soudha is the seat of the Karnataka State Legislature. It is one of the most attractive and iconic government buildings in the country. Completed in 1956, the Vidhana Soudha stands tall showcasing the city’s everlasting legacy and history.
Nearest Metro Station: Dr. Ambedkar Veedhi Metro Station
Timings: Anytime during the day; Sunset is the best time
Entrance Ticket: You cannot go inside
Cubbon Park
From Vidhana Soudha, walk to the Cubbon Park. Another striking and green space in the city is the Cubbon Park. Built in 1870, Cubbon Park is spread across 300 acres with many species of plants and trees. The park is named after Sir Mark Cubbon.
Nearest Metro Station: Cubbon Park Metro Station
Timings: 6 AM to 6 PM; Mondays Closed
Entrance Ticket: Free
Night – Mahatma Gandhi (MG) Road, Church Street and Brigade Road
Some of the most happening areas are the MG Road, Church Street and Brigade Road. With plenty of cafes, restaurants, and pubs, these areas are perfect to unwind and chill. You can have dinner at Bhimas Restaurant which is an Andhra restaurant.
Nearest Metro Station: MG Road Metro Station
Timings: Anytime
Entrance Ticket: Free
Day 2 – Exploring the Heritage
Morning – Someshwara Swamy Temple and Holy Trinity Church
Someshwara Swamy Temple
One of the old temples in Bangalore is the Someshwara Swamy Temple in Halasuru / Ulsoor. Start your second day paying respects at this temple and admiring the architecture of Cholas and Vijayanagara Empires. Part of Ulsoor Heritage Trail, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva in the form of Lord Someshwara.
Nearest Metro Station: Halasuru Metro Station
Timings: 6:30 AM to 12:30 PM; 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Entrance Ticket: Free
As this is a religious place, dress modestly and leave your footwear outside before entering the temple.
If you are not a religious person and do not want to visit the temple, you can start your day by visiting Kempegowda Museum, one of the museums in Bangalore, which is dedicated to the founder of Bangalore.
Holy Trinity Church
After visiting Someshwara Swamy temple, just walk up towards the MG Road and visit the Holy Trinity Church near Trinity Circle. Built for the British regiment, the church is a popular landmark in the city and is one of the churches on MG Road.
Nearest Metro Station: Trinity Circle Metro Station
Timings: 9 AM to 6 PM
Entrance Ticket: Free
Afternoon – Bangalore Palace
Have your lunch either at MG Road or in Mantri Mall. There are many restaurants and cafes at both these places. From MG Road metro station, take a metro to the Mantri Mall metro station. You can take an auto rickshaw from Mantri Mall to reach the Palace Grounds.
Bangalore Palace is a 19th century historical landmark and was once the residence of Chamaraj Wadiyar X. Today, a part of the palace is open to public and you can visit to see the architecture.
Nearest Metro Station: Mantri Mall Metro Station
Timings: Monday to Saturday 10 AM to 5:30 PM
Entrance Ticket: Rupees 250 per person
Ensure to take the audio tour.
Evening – Sankey Tank, Kadu Malleshwara Swamy Temple
Sankey Tank
After finishing with Bangalore Palace, you can either walk or take an auto rickshaw to Sankey Tank. Popular among the joggers and walkers, the Sankey Tank is a man-made lake in Malleshwaram area of Bangalore. You can stroll and watch the birds on the lake. It is an amazing place to see the sunsets as well.
Nearest Metro Station: Mantri Mall Metro Station
Timings: 6 AM to 10 AM; 4 PM to 8 PM
Entrance Ticket: Free
Kadu Malleshwara Swamy Temple
Just a short distance walk from Sankey Tank is the Kadu Malleshwara Swamy Temple. When you are here, you can also visit the Dakshinamukha Nandi Teertha Temple.
Built in the 17th century, Kadu Malleshwara Swamy Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The area of Malleshwaram got its name from the deity in Kadu Malleshwara Swamy Temple.
Nearest Metro Station: Mantri Mall Metro Station
Timings: 7 AM to 12 PM; 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Entrance Ticket: Free
As this is a religious place, dress modestly and leave your footwear outside before entering the temple.
Night – Malleshwaram
After visiting the temple, ensure to stroll around the busy streets of Malleshwaram. You can visit the 18th cross or the Malleshwaram flower markets for shopping and taking colourful photographs. For dinner, you can visit Pakashala, CTR or Halli Mane.
Nearest Metro Station: Mantri Mall Metro Station
Timings: Anytime
Entrance Ticket: Free
Day 3 – Exploring Nature and Wildlife
Morning – Volunteer at Bannerghatta Biological Park
Bannerghatta Biological Park
Start your day 3 at Bannerghatta Biological Park. Ensure to have your breakfast before reaching the park as there are not many good restaurants or cafes closer to the park.
Established in 1971, the Bannerghatta Biological Park is divided into two parts, one the zoo and the other wildlife conservation area. I am talking about the wildlife conservation area here. Home to many rescued animals, the wildlife conservation area is a great place to give back to the community and do something meaningful.
Nearest Metro Station: Vajarahalli Metro Station (14 kilometres from the park). It is best to hop on a bus from Kempegowda (Majestic) or Shivajinagar Bus stops to reach Bannerghatta Biological Park.
Timings: Be there by 8 AM
Entrance Ticket: Free
Spend a Day Volunteering at Bear Rescue Centre
Run by Wildlife SOS, the Bear Rescue Centre is part of the wildlife conservation area. They have around 60 rescued sloth bears at this rescue centre. At this centre, you can spend your day volunteering and participating in many different activities. This is truly a rewarding experience if you love wildlife and want to contribute to the conservation.
Note: You cannot touch or interact with the sloth bears. They are wild animals and will be treated like wild animals.
Evening – Art of Living International Centre
Art of Living International Centre
To get to the Art of Living International Centre, ensure to take an auto rickshaw or a taxi. Have your lunch along your way in one of the restaurants.
Promoting peace, happiness and simple way of life, the Art of Living International Centre is a retreat and an ashram you can visit. Spread across 65 acres, the ashram was founded in 1981 by Sri Ravi Shankar. You can spend your evening meditating and unwinding.
Nearest Metro Station: Silk Institute Metro Station
Timings: 8 AM to 8 PM
Entrance Ticket: Rupees 30 per person
Finish your day with a lot of memories and pictures at these beautiful places.
Where to Stay in Bangalore?
Bangalore is a very big city with heaps of accommodation options. There are hostels and hotels that cater for all kinds of travelers. You can look for best and comfortable hotels that are suitable for families or even stay in the heart of the city in places like Jayamahal Palace, a heritage hotel, or Taj Westend Bangalore. No matter what your needs are, you have a place in the city.
Transportation Within Bangalore
Bangalore has many transportation modes, including the public buses and metros. If you want something private, you can also hire an auto rickshaw or a taxi. The city has Uber and Ola for affordable cab services. It is very easy to get around the city but beware of the traffic. While planning for certain things, always ensure to take considerable amount of time for commutation.
Closing Notes
In conclusion, I hope this itinerary for your 3 days trip in Bangalore has helped you in providing an idea of where and how you can spend your days in the city. As I mentioned earlier, there are many more things to do in the city and each of the areas act as a city of their own. Hope you have a great time in this beautiful city that I call home.
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