Things to Do in Bangalore

A 300-acre green lung in the city centre, with walking paths, statues and the State Central Library. Ideal for a cheap day out.

🕐 6:00am - 6:00pm daily

💡 The bandstand area has free yoga sessions at 7am on Sundays. Bring a book to read under the old banyan trees.

A 240-acre botanical garden with a glasshouse modelled on London's Crystal Palace, rare trees and a central lake. Great for morning walks or picnics.

🕐 6:00am - 7:00pm daily

💡 Go before 8am to avoid the entry fee and crowds. The flower show in January and August is worth timing your visit for.

The imposing state legislature building in neo-Dravidian style. Best viewed from outside; photography is easy from the front plaza.

🕐 Always accessible externally

💡 Illuminated at night from 7pm—go after dark for dramatic shots. No entry inside, but the garden on the side is free and quiet.

A Tudor-style palace built by the Wodeyar dynasty, with sprawling grounds and ornate interiors. Entry is cheap by palace standards.

🕐 10:00am - 5:30pm daily

💡 Students with ID get half price. Skip the audio guide—just wander the rooms. Weekday mornings are quietest.

A spacious gallery in a heritage bungalow housing modern Indian art, including works by Tagore and Husain. Entry costs less than a coffee.

🕐 10:00am - 5:00pm, closed Mondays

💡 Free entry on the first Saturday of every month. The cafe garden is lovely for a cheap snack—₹20 samosas.