Mysore Tour Packages From Bangalore

Mysore City has gained its recognition for rich cultural heritage, as it is home to a variety of ancient structures and royal palaces. Especially, the Mysore Palace is the real charm of the city and it is known for organizing festivities, especially the Jumbo Savari during the Dussehra Festival. This time, Mysore witnessed the arrival of plenty of tourists belonging to different regions of the world. The place has also gained its name for highlighting a variety of artwork collections, unique painting art, silk fabrics and form of art that is imbibed in its rich culture and heritage.

Other than this, if we talk about the cuisine, the city is famous for making one of the most delicious sweet dishes i.e. the Mysore Pak. This melt-in-the-mouth sweet is made with lots of ghee, sugar and gram flour and quite popular all over the country. Other popular items of the place are Mysore Masala Dosa, Mysore Ink, Mysore Soap and many Sandalwood products more. Another product that has put Mysore on the map is the Mysore Silk. Pick up a Mysore Peta which is a traditional turban made of silk or the Mysore Silk Saree.

Places To Visit In Mysore From Bangalore

1. Mysore Palace

What’s Special: Dussehra Festival, stunning architecture, and rich history

Nearby Attractions: Brindavan Gardens, Somanathapura Temple, Mysore Zoo, Chamundeshwari Temple, Shuka Vana, Bonsai Garden, Karanji Lake, GRS Fantasy Park

Entry Fees*: INR 70 (for an adult), INR 30 (for kids 10 to 18 years)

Timings: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Built By: Henry Irwin

Built-In: 1912

Mysore Palace is one of the largest palaces in India, known for its stunning architecture. The palace is also popularly known as Amba Vilas Palace and is a famous historical monument in Mysore. Visit the palace and see the enchanting light and sound show held daily from Monday to Saturday.

2. Somanathapura

What’s Special: Unique Hoysala architecture of temples

Nearby Attractions: Keshava Temple, Chennakeshava Temple, Talakad Panchalinga Temple, Mudukuthore Mallikarjuna Temple, Shivanasamudra Waterfall

Entry Fees*: INR 5

Timings: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Built By: Somanatha Dandanayaka

Built-In: 1258 CE

Somanathapura is a small serene town, known for the unparalleled work of Hoysala Architecture. The town is home to many sacred and divine temples, most of which were built by the Hoysala Dynasty. Visit the temple and admire the beautiful sculptures and carvings.

3. Brindavan Gardens

What’s Special: A wide variety of flora

Nearby Attractions: Krishnarajasagar Dam, Edmuri Falls, Balmuri Waterfalls, GRS Fantasy Park, Ashtanga Yoga Institute, Cheluvamba Park, Rail Museum, Folklore Museum

Entry Fees*: INR 15 (Per adult), INR 5 (5 to 10 years)

Timings: 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Weekdays) and 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Weekends)

Built By: Sir Mirza Ismail

Built-In: 1932

Brindavan Gardens in Mysore is one of most sought-after places to visit in Mysore. The stunning garden is spread in an area of around 60 acres. Visit the place and see an astounding garden filled with a wide variety of colorful flowers. The park is also known for its beautiful laser lights and musical fountain show, where you see a wide variety of color displays.

4. Mysore Zoo

What’s Special: Rare and endangered fauna

Nearby Attractions: Karanji Lake, Mysore Palace, St. Philomena Church, Mysore Rail Museum, Chamundi Hills, Lingabudi Lake, Daria Daulat Bagh

Entry Fees*: Weekdays (INR 50 - Adult and INR 20 - Child) Weekends (INR 60 - Adult and INR 30 - Child)

Timings: Wednesday to Monday (8:30 AM to 5:30 PM) and Tuesday (Closed)

Built By: Chamarajendra Wadiyar Bahadur

Built-In: 1892

Visit Mysore Zoo that boasts of a variety of fauna such as African Elephants, Zebras, Giraffes, White Deer, Bears, Rhinoceros, Tapir, Porcupines, and much more. The area covered by the zoo is around 157 acres and it is one of the oldest zoos in India.

5. GRS Fantasy Park

What’s Special: Thrilling rides

Nearby Attractions: Ashtanga Yoga Institute, Cheluvamba Park, Rail Museum, St. Philomena’s Church, Brindavan Gardens, Somanathapura Temple, Mysore Zoo, Chamundeshwari Temple, Shuka Vana, Bonsai Garden, Karanji Lake,

Entry Fees*: Adult (above 4’6” in height) - INR 749, Children (3’ to 4’6” in height) - INR 649, Infants (below 3’) - Entry Free, Senior Citizen (above 65 years) - INR 649. Entry After 3:30 PM: Adult (above 4’6” in height) - INR 599, Children (3’ to 4’6” in height) - INR 499

Timings: Monday to Saturday (10:30 AM to 6:00 PM) and Sunday (10:30 AM to 7:00 PM)

Built By: Baliga Investments Pvt. Ltd

GRS Fantasy Park in Mysore is spread in an area of around 40 acres. The amusement park is home to a plethora of wet and dry rides. Visit the park and spend some thrilling and exciting time with your family and friends.

6. St. Philomena’s Church

What’s Special: Excellent architecture and majestic church

Nearby Attractions: Mysore Palace, Mysore Zoo, Mysore Rail Museum, Karanji Lake, Chamundi Hills, Daria Daulat Bagh, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary

Entry Fees*: No Entry Fee

Timings: 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Built By: Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV

Built-In: 1933

St. Philomena’s Church is one of the biggest churches in India, the church is famous for excellent architecture and blissful ambiance. The church is dedicated to Saint Philomena and is a symbol of peace and harmony.

7. Chamundeshwari Temple

What’s Special: Dravidian style of architecture

Nearby Attractions: Bonsai Garden, Shuka Vana, Mysore Zoo, Mysore Mandala Yoga Shala, Karanji Lake, Lalitha Mahal Palace, Dr. Ambedkar’s Park, Mysore Palace

Entry Fees*: No Entry Fee

Timings: Monday to Sunday (7:30 AM - 2:00 PM, 3:30 AM - 6:00 PM, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM)

Built By: Hoysala Rulers

Built-In: 12th century

The sacred Chamundeshwari Temple is settled at a height of 1000 ft on Chamundi Hills. The temple is dedicated to Hindu Goddess Durga and is among the most ancient temples in Mysore. Visit the temple and admire the stunning architecture of Chamundeshwari Temple.

Best Time To Visit Mysore From Bangalore

Mysore in Summer

The summers in Mysore can be hot and dry. The temperatures during summer can vary from 20°C to 30°C. The temperature during daytime in Mysore is warm and in the evening it's cool and pleasant and you can continue your activities. On your Bangalore to Mysore tour package for 2 days, you can visit many of the city’s attractions in the evenings such as the Mysore Palace and the Brindavan Gardens. Evenings are also great to visit Chamundi Hills and enjoy the breathtaking views. This is also a great time to avail excellent discounts on hotel rooms and resorts.

Mysore in Monsoons

Monsoons in Mysore are from July to September, where the city receives a huge amount of rain. The temperature during these months is between 20°C to 29°C. The falling rain provides for the much sought after respite from the summer heat. It washes and paints the whole of the city’s surroundings into a fresh and bright shade of green. This is a delightful time to visit Mysore especially if you really enjoy rain and natural surroundings. The gently blowing breeze is very relaxing, especially while you are visiting attractions like the Mysore Palace or magnificent Brindavan Gardens and other historical monuments and attractions.

Mysore in Winters

Winter season in Mysore commences from the month of October, while it continues up to March. If you want to make the most from your Bangalore to Mysore Package, you should visit Mysore during winters. The temperature during this time goes below 15degree Celsius. Winter is perfect to explore Mysore's architectural marvels, which include famous forts, palaces and sacred temples. As Diwali festival falls during winters, you will get a chance to view the city adorned with lights, decorations and fireworks. The grand celebration of Dussehra at Mysore Palace is a sight to behold. This could really be stated as the ideal time to visit Mysore. Overall, we should say that monsoons and winters are perfect times to explore the city of Mysore based on its tropical savanna climate. The weather remains pleasant to captivate the visitors with its myriad attractions.

How To Reach Mysore From Bangalore?

Mysore is one of the closest holiday destinations near Bangalore and it is the perfect weekend getaway for the people residing in the silicon city of India.

By Air

The distance from Mysore to Bangalore is about 130 kms. Although there are several airlines plying from Bangalore to Mysore, this is still not the easiest way to get to Mysore. The flight time is only about 15 minutes due to the short distance.

By Road

Mysore is well connected by road from Bangalore. the distance by road is about 150 km and it takes close to 3 hrs to reach Mysore. There are many private and state buses that are easily available from Bangalore to Mysore. Kempegowda Bus Station is the best place to board these buses. You can also hire cabs that can take you directly to your hotel or resort. It is also an easy drive to Mysore if you wish to self drive.

By Train

The city of Mysore remains well connected via rails in the entire region and the best part is that the railway station is only 2 kilometers from the center of the city. There are several trains connecting Bangalore to Mysore and the journey time is approximately 3 hours.