Like any metropolitan city, Bengaluru has many identities and acronyms. This one day tour attempts to show you some such identities – medieval history, gardens, temples and culture.
This tour starts from the old city area - the vibrant city market, Bengaluru Kote(Fort) and the summer palace. It then winds its way to the Bull Temple in Basavanagudi, a traditional lunch, followed by a walk and drive through the quieter lanes of Cubbon Park, the Vidhana Soudha (State Parliament),MG Road and ends at the royal Bangalore Palace.
Venue: Near Dargah Hazrat Syed Pasha Qadri Mosque, opp.
K R Market bus stop, Bengaluru
Duration: 7-8 hours
City Tours
History, Temples, Palaces, Culture, Food and Markets
The tour starts from the vibrant City Market with all its colorful wares. It then takes you towards Bangalore Fort that stands as a testimony to the city's battles and then to the popular Summer Palace of Tipu Sultan.
From the buzz of the market the tour then shifts to quieter lanes of the ancient Bull Temple of Basavanagudi and Dodda Basava temple and a walk through Gandhi bazaar in Basavanagudi. You can shop in this busy commercial street and then stop for a traditional lunch in in the area.
After lunch head over to Cubbon Park for a bit of quiet and peace and know more about the English history of the city through a walk and drive of Cubbon Park and the nearby MG Road. Drive by Vidhana Soudha(State Parliament) and High Court and know its story as you admire the different architectural styles. End the tour at the royal Bangalore Palace.
Venue: Near Dargah Hazrat Syed Pasha Qadri Mosque,opp KR Market bus stop, Bengaluru
Duration: 7-8 hours
Attractions: Vidhana Soudha, Bangalore Fort, Summer Palace, Dodda Basava (Big Bull) & Dodda Ganesha temples, DVG road & Gandhibazaar, Cubbon Park, MG Road, Bangalore Palace
Inclusions: Guided tour,Entry fee at Tipu's summer palace and lunch
Exclusions: Transport, Toll, Entry fee at Bangalore Palace, Parking fee
Toilet: Summer Palace and Cubbon Park, western toilet at the Eateries
Parking: Opposite Summer Palace
