Bengaluru, the Garden City, mixes royal history, green parks, temples and science museums. Most central attractions – Cubbon Park, the Visvesvaraya Museum and Bengaluru Palace – sit within a few kilometres of MG Road, so several can be covered in one day.
Planning your visit
Best time: October to February for pleasant weather; parks are best early morning.
Getting around: Namma Metro reaches MG Road, Cubbon Park and Lalbagh; use cabs or autos for the palace and ISKCON.
Tickets: Lalbagh, Bengaluru Palace and the museum charge entry; check timings and closed days before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top tourist places in Bengaluru?
Popular attractions include Bengaluru Palace, Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Cubbon Park, ISKCON Bangalore and the Visvesvaraya Industrial & Technological Museum.
Which Bengaluru attractions are close to MG Road?
Cubbon Park and the Visvesvaraya Museum on Kasturba Road are next to MG Road; Bengaluru Palace is a short drive away.
Is there an entry fee for Lalbagh?
Yes, Lalbagh Botanical Garden charges a small entry fee. Check current timings before visiting.
How do I reach ISKCON Bangalore?
ISKCON Bangalore is on Hare Krishna Hill, Chord Road, Rajajinagar. It is reachable by metro and road.
Bengaluru has 5 listings for Tourist Places on MassClick. They are spread across 5 areas, with the most in Cubbon Park (1), Kasturba Road (1) and Lalbagh (1). 5 show a phone number and 5 list their opening hours. Pincodes covered: 560001, 560004, 560010 and 560052.