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Bangalore has some of the worst traffic in India. This tour has none.
The Bangalore tour by metro takes you through eight hours of the city's most extraordinary heritage without sitting in a single traffic jam. Starting at the magnificent granite legislature of Vidhan Soudha, the tour moves through Cubbon Park's Victorian gardens, a 1,000 year old Chola era temple, the overwhelming colour and devotion of the ISKCON temple, the 240 acre Lalbagh botanical garden planted by Hyder Ali in 1760, and the Bull Temple built by the city's founder Kempe Gowda in the 16th century.
No private car. No waiting. Just the city at street level with a cultural guide who knows every lane and every story.
English speaking cultural guide throughout, all metro travel, entry fees and a South Indian vegetarian lunch included.
5 Senses Tours is recognised by the Department of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our guide will meet you at the entrance of the station
The tour ends in Bull Temple.
Itinerary
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1Vidhana Soudha and Attara Kacheri
We visit Vidhan Soudha, one of the most famous buildings and landmarks of Bangalore. It houses the Legislative Chambers of the state government. The three hundred rooms of Vidhan Soudha accommodate approximately twenty-two departments of the state government. The building rises to a height of almost 46 m, making it one of the most imposing structures in the city of Bangalore. Since this is a working government office, we see it from outside.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cubbon Park
Cubbon Park was established in the year 1870 by Sri John Meade, the then acting Commissioner of Mysore. The park was planned over 100 acres but today has expanded to nearly 300 acres and provides a great respite to Bangaloreans. We will walk past magnificent trees, statues of towering personalities and some spectacular buildings.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
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Attara Kacheri is a remarkable building designed in Gothic style. Built in 1867, Attara Kacheri was commissioned by Tipu Sultan to house the offices of 18 departments of revenue and general secretariat. Today it serves as the High Court for the state of Karnataka.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is one of the oldest in Bangalore. The original temple was built in the Chola times nearly a thousand years ago with the main elements elements being a sanctum, vestibule and pillared hall. We will see a plethora of remarkable sculptures from Indian mythology.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
5ISKCON Temple Bangalore
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON was founded in 1966 in New York City by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada Its core beliefs are based on select traditional Hindu scriptures, particularly the Bhagavad-gītāand the Śrīmad Bhāgavatam. ISKCON was formed to spread the practice of bhakti yoga, in which those involved (bhaktas) dedicate their thoughts and actions towards pleasing the Supreme Lord, Krishna. We will visit the magnificent temple here located on a hill.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6Lalbagh Botanical Garden
- Our guide will meet and pick you up from your hotel. We will head to Lalbagh the magnificent botanical garden. The 240 acre Lalbagh Botanical Garden with more than 1,800 species of plants, shrubs and trees serves as the lungs of Bangalore. Built by the legendary Hyder Ali in 1760, Lalbagh Botanical Garden is a prominent landmark of Bangalore and is host to the world famous flower show making it a key destination among places to visit in Bangalore. Lalbagh Botanical Garden is not only a horticulturist’s paradise, but it also provides a respite to people of Bangalore from the ever-spreading concrete jungle.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
7Bull Temple
The Bull temple of Bangalore is dedicated to Nandi Bull, the vehicle of Lord Shiva. Situated in Basavanagudi, this temple has been built in the Dravidian style of architecture. Kempe Gowda, the founder of Bangalore, got the Bull temple built during his time. This temple counts amongst the oldest temples of the city and draws devotees from all over the country. There is huge idol of Nandi Bull inside the temple, measuring 4.5 m in height and 6.5 m in length. This idol is said to have been carved out of a single rock. The bull also has a small iron plate on its head. As per the tradition, this plate prevents the bull from growing.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Infants can be carried in a baby carrier bag on their person.
- Travel time is included on the tour duration.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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