Bengaluru Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bangalore Palace which includes château or palace, heritage elements and heritage architecture
ISKCON Temple
ISKCON Temple featuring a temple or place of worship, heritage elements and heritage architecture
ISKCON Temple featuring religious aspects as well as a small group of people
ISKCON Temple featuring religious aspects

India’s Garden City is famous for its public parks, colonial-era architecture, bustling bazaars and heritage museums.

Fast-paced Bengaluru, also still known as Bangalore, blends traditional life with a contemporary identity. In this bustling capital of Indian’s Karnataka state, you’ll find history museums and modern art galleries and centuries-old temples vying for space with new office blocks and traditional bazaars.

This is India’s third-biggest city, where locals speak English as well as their official language Kannada. It’s well-served by the country’s extensive bus and train network and the international airport is 25 miles (40 kilometres) from the city centre.

Get around by using low-cost taxis, auto-rickshaws and the metro. The city boasts one of India’s most appealing climates, which makes exploring on foot an option. April is the hottest month June to October is the monsoon season.

Bengaluru’s architecture showcases the city’s heritage. Marvel at the Tudor-style Bengaluru Palace, built in 1887. Visit the opulent ISKCON Temple and watch movies about the Hare Krishna movement. Admire the Dravidian-style Bull Temple, built in the 16th-century and often the setting for wedding processions. Spot the giant elephant statue at the Dodda Ganesha Temple.

See ancient coins and archaeological relics at the Government Museum. Some of the museum’s artefacts date back 5,000 years.

Find work by national artists, including Raja Ravi Varma, at the National Gallery of Modern Art. Learn about India’s aeronautical history at the Hal Aerospace Museum. Enjoy interactive exhibits at the Visvesvaraya Industrial and Technological Museum.

The Garden City got its nickname from its many green spaces, most notably central Cubbon Park. Find one of India’s biggest collections of tropical plants at Lalbagh Botanical Gardens. Join a safari at Bannerghatta National Park and spot a deer, bear or bison.

Rise early and visit City Market to let the flower, spice and fruit stands awaken your senses. Experience the organised chaos of Gandhi Bazaar, with spices, jewellery, fabrics and electronics everywhere. Finish your day in the Shanthala Nagar area, where traditional teahouses and restaurants have the same appeal as Westernized bars and cafés.

Where to stay in Bengaluru

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Bangalore City Center

4/5(67 area reviews)

Bangalore City Center is a destination travellers like for its spas, and you might hop aboard the metro at Mahatma Gandhi Road Station or Cubbon Park Station to explore sights like UB City.

Bangalore City Center
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Whitefield

3.5/5(38 area reviews)

Discover Whitefield, memorable for its spas. Popular attractions in Whitefield include Forum Neighbourhood and Park Square Mall, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Pattandur Agrahara Station.

Whitefield
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Koramangala

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and spas in Koramangala. You might want to make time for a stop at St. John's Auditorium or 100 Feet Rd.

Koramangala
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Indiranagar

4/5(7 area reviews)

Restaurants and shopping are some noteworthy features of Indiranagar. Make a stop by 100 Feet Rd while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Indiranagar Station to get around town.

Indiranagar
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HSR Layout

4/5(7 area reviews)

HSR Layout is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bengaluru area, you might plan a trip to Central Mall Bengaluru or St. John's Auditorium.

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Bellandur

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Bellandur is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Central Mall Bengaluru and Bellandur Lake.

Bellandur
ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bengaluru

ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bengaluru

5 out of 5
No.1, Residency Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka
The price is Rp1.994.379 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp1.994.379
Rp2.353.367 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bengaluru. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (430 reviews)
Wouldn't stay anywhere else
"Great hotel in a great location"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

ITC Gardenia, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Bengaluru
Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Richmond Road, Bengaluru

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Richmond Road, Bengaluru

5 out of 5
46 Richmond Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.438.537 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.438.537
Rp1.697.474 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bengaluru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (356 reviews)
"Ok"

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Welcomhotel by ITC Hotels, Richmond Road, Bengaluru
Taj Bangalore

Taj Bangalore

5 out of 5
Near Kempegowda International Airport, Devanahalli, Karnataka
The price is Rp1.828.180 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.828.180
Rp2.157.252 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Devanahalli. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"gr8"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Taj Bangalore
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tranquil Orchid Serviced Apartment

Tranquil Orchid Serviced Apartment

3 out of 5
Abhaya Sai Apartment, No. 173/H, Hosur Road, Singasandra, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Bengaluru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Bannerghatta Road and Lalbagh ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Very Spacious Room, Comfortable layout. Safe place for families, 24 hours care taker and more over 24 house of assistance from management."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2024

Tranquil Orchid Serviced Apartment
Airport Southgate

Airport Southgate

3.5 out of 5
BK Halli Rd, Bengaluru, KA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Bengaluru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Devanahalli Fort and Padukone and ...
7.2/10 Good! (26 reviews)
Value for the money
"Photos looked too good. Upon arrival- neighbourhood area seemed scary as it was in a remote location- felt a bit insecure but turned out to be a great place. Will certainly consider once again for a transit stop"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Airport Southgate
Rainbow Services

Rainbow Services

2.5 out of 5
#139/1, Saravabouma Industrial Area, 1 St Main Road, 2nd Cross, Behind HSBC, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bengaluru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Bannerghatta Road and Lalbagh Botanical ...
Rainbow Services
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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