Bangalore is a vibrant capital city of Karnataka. Known for its wonderful weather year around and IT Offices there are plenty of places to visit in Bengaluru. It is also known as the “Silicon Valley of India”. Below is a list of the top 20 best places to visit in Bengaluru.

Bangalore Palace

No Bangalore trip is ever complete unless the Bangalore Palace is visited. It was built in the 1873 AD and is known its appearance resembles Windsor Castle. The beautiful lawns, beautiful wood sculptures, and old furniture are what make it worthy of visiting.

The best time to go:  End of May to August

Things to do: Visit the palace and, enjoy the architecture, 

Attractions: Planning of zephyr towers, sights of gothic windows, walls with crenellations

Attractions: Interior design, Gothic windows, turrets, and battlements

Lalbagh Botanical Garden

Lalbagh is a historical park of about 240 acres that houses exotic species of plants along with an exotic glasshouse based on the Crystal Palace of London. It is arguably the best place to visit in Bangalore for nature enthusiasts.

Best time to go: Any time during the day 

Things to do: Go for a nature walk, visit the glass house, visit the bonsai garden

Places of interest: Variety of flora, Lalbagh rock which is more than 3000 million years old

How to reach: Located about 5 km from the city, the park is easily approached by bus or auto.

Cubbon Park

Cubbon Park is one of the many parks in the city which is good for families with kids and nature lovers. It covers an area of 300 acres making it suitable for morning walks, picnics, family walks, evening strolls, and outings with friends amidst nature.

Best time to go: Mostly in the mornings and in the evenings

Things to do: Jogging for physical exercises, relaxing in the park, or having a closer look at interpretative stations of the park

Attractions: Bandstand, statues and Bangalore aquarium

How to reach: Centrally located, easy to reach by local transport like Bus and Metro.

Tipu Sultan’s Palace

This palace has now been transformed into a museum. It was especially a mud fort at the beginning that was turned into a stone fort by Sultan Tipu. The construction was crucial during the several fights, which were against the British.

Best time to go: Any time of the year

Things to do: Walk around the treasury and the history of the fort

Attractions: The Delhi gate and other remnants of Tipu Sultan’s palace, Teakwood construction

How to reach: Easily accessible by bus and metro

ISKCON Temple

This is one of the largest ISKCON temples in the world, dedicated to Lord Krishna. The beautiful architecture of the temple and the kirtan make it one of the best spiritual attractions in Bengaluru. The temple is one of the unique places to go in Bangalore.

Best time to go: Early morning or evening is the best time for aarti.

Things to do: Attend the prayer services, and wander through the temple.

Attractions: Lovely shrines, spiritual bookstore, vegetarian café.

How to reach: Accessible by bus or taxi.

Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum:

This is one of the best museums in Bangalore if you are with children, as it gives an interesting insight into science and technology. The museum features industrial products, scientific models, and engines, making it one of the top 10 places to visit in Bengaluru.

Best time to go: Anytime you feel like going

Things to do: Participate in fun activities, and watch engaging science shows.

Attractions: There are lots of other galleries for space, electronics, fun science, etc.

How to reach: Bus and Metro.

Bannerghatta National Park:

A good spot for nature and wildlife lovers, the Bannerghatta National Park is a large area that consists of a zoo, butterfly park, and safari park with lions, tigers, and other wildlife.

Best time to go: November to June

Things to do: Go on a jeep safari, enjoy the butterfly park, take a trek across the reserve

Attractions: Animal viewing and jungle safari.

How to reach: 22 km from the city center, can be reached via taxi or bus.

Ulsoor Lake

Ulsoor Lake is located in the heart of Bangalore, and it is a nice place for boating as well as spending summers. The lake houses many small islands where families and couples can find a perfect weekend getaway, making it one of the top 20 places to visit in Bengaluru at night.

Best time to go: Early morning and evening

Things to do: Boating, and sitting near water

Attractions: Beautiful islands in the water, and parks around

How to reach different places: 5 km from the city center and the place can be reached by auto or taxi.

Wonderla amusement Park

One of the top attractions near Bangalore for those who enjoy some excitement and adventure is Wonderla Amusement Park. It features many types of water rides, foam slides Exhilarating rides, and activities for children and the whole family.

Best time to go: November to February

Activities: Enjoy water park slides, exhilarating rides, and entertaining family rides

Adventures: Wave pool, high-thrill rides

Location: Located at a distance of 28 km from the heart of the city and can only be reached by bus or taxi.

Devanahalli Fort

This fort has been captured multiple times by various rulers. It was established in 1501 and was initially made of mud but was later constructed in stone by Hyder Ali..

Best time to go: All seasons

Activities: Look around and see how the fort looks inside, if possible, take a guide and get information on his background.

Attractions: Khas bagh memorials, 6-foot tall enclosed structure, Tipu’s Stone Tabloid

Location: Can be reached by train or bus and Taxi.

Nandi Hills

The Nandi Hills, located just a short distance from Bangalore is a frequent weekend venture and one of the best places to visit in Bangalore for 1 day. It is a breathtaking experience to see the sun from the top of the hill.

Best time to go: The early mornings would be the best time to go, especially for the sunrise.

Things to do: Exploration, trekking, and paragliding.

Attractions: Scenic views are offered as well as great historical walls.

How to reach: 60 km from Bangalore city by either a car or motorcycle,

MG Road

MG Road is a place where there are many boutiques, shops, and restaurants which are ideal for shoppers. Whether it is purchasing hands-on local artifacts or  eating out, MG Road is a place to hang out with your buddies in Bangalore.

Best time to go: Evenings for shopping and experiencing the nightlife.

Things to do: Shopping, eating, experiencing nightlife.

Attractions: Local and foreign shops and lively street culture.

How to reach: Reachable by metro or bus with ease.

Innovative Film City

Located around 40 km from Bangalore, there are many fun-filled activities for children and adults. It offers everything from film sets to attractions such as a mirror maze and dinosaur park, this is the best film city in Bangalore.

Best time to go: Any time of the year.

Things to do: Visit the sets of movies and ride the rides in the amusement parks.

Attractions: Wax museum, Art museum of Ripley’s believe it or not.

How to reach: 40 Kms from Bangalore by road.

Jawaharlal Nehru Planetarium

The planetarium is one of the best places to visit with families for children. It has fascinating materials and formation of the stars and space thus being the most informative center of tourism in Bangalore.

Best time to go: All seasons.

Things to do: Watching the sky theater shows.

Attractions: Exhibit of Science and showing the solar system.

How to reach: Accessible by bus and auto.

Commercial Street

For the people wanting some shopping, Commercial Street is a crowded place with many shops related to clothes, accessories, etc. It’s one of the most popular shopping places in Bangalore.

Best time to go: Evening time

Things to do: Shop and eat

Attractions: Sidewalk café and shops

How to reach: City center area, very easy to go by auto or bus

St. Marys Basilica

It is one of the oldest churches in Bangalore, St. Mary’s Basilica includes a gothic church and religious elements. This is one of the spiritual sights which all tourists must visit.

Best time to go: Morning mass or Christmas season

Things to do: Attend a mass or go around to see the walls

Attractions: Glass artworks and statues of the Virgin Mary

How to reach: Easily accessible by bus or taxi.

Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath

Multi-ethnic multiculturalism assimilates society and this gallery comprehensively displays Indian traditional pictures along with modern paintings and Other Art of Indian Art. For art lovers, it is a place to visit.

Best time to go: Afternoon

Things to do: Visit the galleries, participate in art activities

Attractions: Exhibitions of visual arts and collections of folk arts

How to reach: Bus, Metro

Vidhana Soudha

Vidhana Soudha which is the seat of the state legislature of Karnataka is an impressive government structure, known for its Neo-Dravidian architecture and construction. 

Best time to go: Evenings, when it is all lit up

Things to do: Click pictures, appreciate the structure

How to reach: Located at the heart of the city

Lumbini Gardens

A lovely lakeside park built on the western side of Nagawara Lake, Lumbini Gardens is a themed park that integrates dining, boating facilities, and a children’s play area.

Best time to go: Morning hours

Things to do: Activities like swimming and water sliding

Attractions: Wave pool, boat ramp

How to reach: Cab, auto, Bus available

HAL Aerospace Museum

The museum is a window to the beautiful past of aviation in India where various airplanes, rotary craft, and flight simulators can be seen as exhibits.

Best time to go: All around the year.

Things to do: Looking at the exhibits, practice in the flight simulator

Attractions: models of aircraft, history of aviation

How to reach: On the Airport road and is reachable by bus easily.

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